What We Do

  • Buying and Selling

    Ardent Lawyers provides a refined and efficient conveyancing service for clients buying and selling property. We combine practical legal advice with modern digital systems, including PEXA, to ensure each transaction is managed with care, clarity and efficiency.

    We offer fixed-fee conveyancing for local residential transactions involving houses and vacant land. Additional fees may apply for units, strata or community title properties. Our fee covers our professional costs, with some disbursements and third-party charges excluded.

    We also advise on contracts, mortgages, guarantees and related property matters.

    Leasing

    Ardent Lawyers advises landlords and tenants on commercial and retail leasing matters with a focus on protecting our clients’ interests and achieving practical commercial outcomes. Whether preparing a new lease or reviewing an existing agreement, we provide clear, strategic advice tailored to the transaction.

    Our leasing services cover key issues including lease terms, rent and outgoings, repair obligations, fit-out rights, default, security and dispute resolution. Fixed-fee services are available for many leasing matters.

  • Consent Orders – Property and Parenting

    Where parties have reached agreement about parenting arrangements or property division, those terms can often be formalised by consent orders. This provides certainty while avoiding the cost, delay and stress of contested court proceedings.

    Fixed-fee services are available.

    Property and Parenting Disputes

    Ardent Lawyers assists clients with property and parenting disputes arising from separation. We provide clear, practical advice focused on resolving matters efficiently and, where possible, achieving negotiated outcomes without the need for litigation.

    Fixed-fee services are available in suitable matters.

    Divorce

    A divorce application may be filed after 12 months of separation. Where there are children under 18, the Court must also be satisfied that proper arrangements are in place for their care. Ardent Lawyers can assist with the preparation and filing of divorce applications, with fixed-fee services available.

    Binding Financial Agreements

    Binding Financial Agreements can be used to set out how property and financial matters will be dealt with in the event of separation. Ardent Lawyers advises on and prepares these agreements with a focus on clarity, enforceability and long-term protection. Fixed-fee services are available.

  • Advocacy in relation to criminal matters in the Local Court including DUI, Licence suspensions and other summary offences. Additionally can serve as agent for a variety of court matters.

    The Local Court aims to balance various sentencing objectives being primarily rehabilitation and deterrence. Our team will help you navigate the complexities of the court system whilst also giving you clear information related to expected sentencing outcomes.

  • Wills and Estate Planning

    Ardent Lawyers assists with wills and estate planning tailored to your circumstances, whether you require a straightforward will or more complex arrangements. We also advise on Powers of Attorney and Enduring Guardianship to help ensure your affairs are properly managed and your wishes clearly documented. Fixed-fee services are available for many estate planning matters.

    Probate and Letters of Administration

    Administering an estate can be complex, particularly during a difficult time. Ardent Lawyers assists executors and administrators with probate and letters of administration in New South Wales, providing clear guidance throughout the process. We help clients navigate the legal requirements involved in administering deceased estates with care and efficiency.

  • Mediation is a practical and confidential way to resolve disputes without the time, cost and stress of going to court. It allows parties to work towards a mutually acceptable outcome with the assistance of an independent and trained practitioner.

    Ardent Lawyers offers mediation-related services in the Shoalhaven. Our Principal Solicitor, Kim Aziz, is a qualified Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner and provides support to clients seeking to resolve family law matters in a constructive and child-focused way.

  • Commercial Law

    Ardent Lawyers advises businesses and individuals on a broad range of commercial matters, including urgent and sensitive disputes. We provide practical, strategic advice across debt recovery, business sales and purchases, business disputes, NCAT matters, contract and agreement review, and business structuring.

    Leases

    Ardent Lawyers assists landlords and tenants with commercial and retail leasing matters, including the preparation and review of leases. We provide clear advice on key lease terms such as rent, outgoings, repair obligations, fit-out rights, security, default, termination and dispute resolution. Fixed-fee services are available for many leasing matters.