5 Best Conveyancers in Wollongong
Updated 22 September 2026 · How we rank law firms
Compare the 5 highest-rated conveyancers in Wollongong, ranked by Google rating across 546 client reviews (average 5.0 stars). A Wollongong property purchase is settled electronically and registered with NSW Land Registry Services, and a private residential sale carries a 5 business day cooling-off period from exchange. A Wollongong solicitor or licensed conveyancer prepares or reviews the contract, runs the searches and books settlement.
Best conveyancers in Wollongong
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Wollerman Shacklock Editor's pick
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CVC Conveyancing
4.92score -
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CONVEII
4.85score -
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Open House Conveyancing
4.84score -
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Active Property Conveyancing
4.83score -
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Hanna Lawyers - Family, Property, Criminal and Estate Lawyers
4.79score
Editor's picks are chosen by our editors and labelled; the firms below them are ordered by score. Source: Google Maps business listings for “conveyancer wollongong”, checked 22 September 2026. Ordered by a review-weighted rating. How we rank law firms
Standouts among conveyancers in Wollongong
Highest weighted score
CVC Conveyancing: 5.0 stars from 191 reviews.
Most reviewed
CVC Conveyancing: 191 Google reviews, rated 5.0.
Highest rated with 100+ reviews
CVC Conveyancing: 5.0 stars from 191 reviews.
Where is a Wollongong property transfer processed?
Wollongong transfers are lodged with NSW Land Registry Services, which operates the NSW land titles register, through an electronic lodgment network such as PEXA or Sympli. Transfer duty is assessed and collected by Revenue NSW. The planning certificate attached to a Wollongong contract under section 10.7 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act 1979 (NSW) is issued by Wollongong City Council.
What NSW-specific rules apply?
In NSW, conveyancing is done by a solicitor or by a conveyancer licensed under the Conveyancers Licensing Act 2003 (NSW). A residential buyer has a 5 business day cooling-off period after exchange, ending at 5pm on the fifth business day, or 10 business days for an off-the-plan purchase. A buyer who rescinds during that period forfeits 0.25% of the purchase price, and the right can be waived with a section 66W certificate under the Conveyancing Act 1919 (NSW). There is no cooling-off period for a property bought at auction or on auction day after it is passed in.
How much does a conveyancer cost in Wollongong?
Fees for conveyancers in Wollongong depend on the matter, the lawyer's seniority and the fee model (hourly, fixed fee or conditional). Before any work starts, a law firm must disclose its costs in writing when they are likely to exceed the disclosure threshold. See How Much Does a Lawyer Cost in Australia? for typical ranges and fee models.
Free and low-cost legal help in Wollongong
LawAccess NSW (1300 888 529), a free legal information and referral line attached to Legal Aid NSW, takes calls from Wollongong on weekdays from 9am to 5pm, and NSW Fair Trading (13 32 20) handles conveyancer licence checks and complaints. See Free Legal Advice in Australia for more options.
Wollongong conveyancer FAQs
Should I use a solicitor or a licensed conveyancer in Wollongong?
Both can handle a standard Wollongong purchase or sale, because NSW allows solicitors and conveyancers licensed under the Conveyancers Licensing Act 2003 (NSW) to do conveyancing. A solicitor can also advise on wider legal issues such as disputes, estates or complex titles.
Do first home buyers in Wollongong pay stamp duty?
First home buyers in Wollongong pay no transfer duty on a home valued up to $800,000 under the First Home Buyers Assistance Scheme, and a concessional rate applies below $1 million (as at September 2026). Revenue NSW sets the residence and eligibility conditions.
How do I check a Wollongong conveyancer's licence?
NSW Fair Trading keeps a public register of licences issued under the Conveyancers Licensing Act 2003 (NSW), searchable through the Verify NSW licence check. It shows licence status and any disciplinary history.
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