Does a family transfer still require written notice to the owners corporation?

Fabienne Loncar is a partner at Chambers Russell Lawyers with over 20 years of experience providing strategic, results-driven legal services to a diverse range of industry stakeholders. She advises on all aspects of owners corporation law including defect claims, legislative compliance, and dispute resolution. Fabienne combines technical expertise with a client-focused approach. She brings a strategic perspective and innovative thinking to each matter, delivering practical, actionable advice while anticipating future challenges. She is dedicated to being approachable and accessible and is recognised for her ability to guide committees and managers through complex legal and regulatory landscapes efficiently and effectively. Her expertise includes advising and representing owners corporations in defect claims, non-compliant cladding disputes and recovery actions. This work also involves providing guidance on the interpretation and application of owners corporation legislation and rules, ensuring ongoing compliance with legislative changes. Fabienne’s experience extends to managing plan of subdivision and boundary disputes that impact property rights and shared spaces, as well as representing clients in VCAT and other tribunal hearings with a strong focus on advocacy and dispute resolution. Fabienne’s additional expertise includes drafting and amending special rules, contracts and other governance documentation and coordinating multi-jurisdictional litigation, including urgent injunctions, complex claims and both commercial and residential disputes. There is also a strong focus on thought leadership and industry engagement through presenting at seminars, contributing to publications and delivering tailored education to committees, managers and other stakeholders.