Compulsory Acquisition

Tisher Liner FC Law’s compulsory acquisition lawyers have expertise in compulsory acquisitions under the Land Acquisition and Compensation Act 1986 (Vic) (“LACA”) and have acted in various major projects undertaken by the Victorian Government. Under the provisions of the LACA, the Victorian Government can acquire privately owned land for public purposes, either compulsorily or by negotiation. As compulsory acquisition lawyers based in Melbourne, we can assist clients dealing with compulsory acquisition with all government projects in Victoria including:

• Melbourne Metro Rail Project
• Bass Coast Shire Council Acquisitions
• Level Crossing Removal Project
• Sky Rail and Sky Rail Voluntary Compensation Scheme
• Mernda Rail Project
• West Gate Tunnel Project; and
• Charman Road and Park Road Cheltenham Level Crossing Removal and Sky Rail and road relocation project.

We have acted for a significant number of land owners and tenants and have been able to achieved excellent outcomes during the compulsory acquisition process.

If you own a property or a business in the affected areas and may have your property acquired or affected directly, you should obtain advice from our experts immediately.

If you are part of one of the above projects or any other compulsory acquisition under the Land Acquisition and Compensation Act, our legal costs are recoverable from the relevant authority during the acquisition process up to any Court or Tribunal proceedings being issued.

To view our Frequently Asked Questions on compulsory acquisition, please click here. 

For advice and assistance please contact Phillip Leaman. Phillip is an expert in compulsory acquisition matters and obtaining the best achievable outcomes.