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Legal guide · Victoria

Do I need a lawyer to sell my house in Victoria?

You’re not required to, but as a seller you must prepare a Section 32 statement and contract — and getting these right protects your sale. We handle it for you.

Property & conveyancing

You can use a conveyancer or a lawyer to sell a house in Victoria — but as a seller you must prepare a Section 32 vendor statement and a contract of sale, and errors can let a buyer walk away.

A seller’s obligations

You must give buyers a Section 32 disclosing key information about the property before they sign, plus a contract of sale. A defective statement is a common way sales fall over.

When a lawyer is worth it

A lawyer is often preferred where there are legal complications — deceased estates, trusts, company sellers, disputes, or unusual title issues.

How we help

We prepare a correct Section 32 and contract, and manage settlement — protecting your sale. Book a consult to get started.

Common questions

Good to know

What is a Section 32 statement?

A vendor statement giving buyers key information about the property before they sign — it’s a seller’s legal obligation in Victoria.

Can a conveyancer sell my house instead of a lawyer?

Yes, for a standard sale. A lawyer is usually preferred where there are legal complications or disputes.

General information only — for advice about your situation, see more guides or book a consult with ORLA Legal.

Selling? Get your Section 32 done right.

Speak with an experienced Victorian lawyer — book online, or call us 24/7.

The ORLA group · one team

Buying, selling or refinancing? We handle the whole move.

ORLA Legal works hand-in-glove with our sister services, so your loan, your conveyancing and your property search are coordinated by one team — all the way to settlement.