Strata Law

At Jenkins Legal & Advisory, our strata law team provides practical, commercially focused advice across a broad range of residential, commercial and mixed-use strata matters.

Led by Micah Jenkins and Annie Shumack, our strata law practice combines experience in strata governance, property law, by-laws, commercial arrangements and dispute resolution.

We understand the challenges involved in managing strata schemes, balancing competing property interests and navigating the legal obligations of owners corporations and lot owners. From everyday governance and by-law matters to complex common property disputes and NCAT proceedings, our team works collaboratively to achieve clear, practical and cost-effective outcomes.

Our Strata Law Services

Strata Disputes and NCAT Proceedings — We advise and represent owners corporations, strata managers and individual lot owners in disputes concerning common property, repairs and maintenance, statutory obligations and the management of strata schemes. Our team assists with dispute resolution, negotiation, mediation and proceedings before the NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT), including representation where permitted.

By-Laws and Exclusive Use Rights — We have particular experience preparing, reviewing and amending strata by-laws, including exclusive use and special privilege arrangements. Our work includes car parking rights, commercial premises, alterations to common property and the creation of clear legal arrangements governing the use of shared spaces.

Strata Governance, Meetings and Special Levies — We advise owners corporations and strata committees on their statutory powers, responsibilities and decision-making processes. Our services include preparing motions and resolutions for general meetings, advising on voting requirements, special levies, governance procedures and disputes arising from strata decisions.

Common Property Repairs and Maintenance — We advise on the legal obligations of owners corporations to maintain and repair common property, including disputes about responsibility for building defects, maintenance works and associated costs. We act for both owners corporations and lot owners in resolving these matters.

Planning, Development and Common Property — We assist with legal issues arising from proposed improvements, redevelopment and changes to common property, including planning approvals, development applications and associated strata requirements.

Commercial Strata and Leasing — Our broader commercial and property law experience enables us to advise on matters affecting commercial strata premises, including leasing arrangements, parking, access rights, by-laws and disputes between lot owners, tenants and owners corporations.

Our Strata Law Team

Micah Jenkins — Micah brings extensive experience in strata law, property law, commercial matters and governance. He has advised owners corporations, strata managers, strata committees and individual lot owners on a broad range of strata matters, including common property disputes, exclusive use by-laws, special levies and NCAT proceedings. His practical understanding of strata governance and dispute resolution enables him to provide commercially informed advice focused on achieving effective outcomes.

Annie Shumack — Annie is a member of the firm's strata law team, working alongside Micah and the broader legal practice to assist clients with strata-related legal matters. Her involvement strengthens the firm's capacity to provide responsive, coordinated legal services to strata managers, owners corporations, strata committees and lot owners.

The Strength of Our Team Strata matters frequently involve overlapping issues of property law, commercial arrangements, governance and dispute resolution. Our collaborative approach enables clients to draw upon the complementary experience of our legal team, providing continuity of service and the resources to address both routine strata matters and more complex disputes.

Speak to Our Strata Law Team — Whether you are a strata manager seeking ongoing legal support, an owners corporation requiring advice or a lot owner concerned about your rights, Micah, Annie and the team at Jenkins Legal & Advisory can assist. Contact our strata law team to discuss your matter.