Strata Levy Recovery Lawyers Sydney, NSW
PBL Law Group is NSW’s leading strata law firm for the swift & effective recovery of unpaid strata levies.
- Swift Legal Action to Recover Unpaid Levies.
- Protecting Your Strata Scheme’s Financial Health.
- Expert Representation in NCAT & Court.
- Maximising Recovery of Levies, Interest & Costs.
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Who Our Strata Levy Recovery Lawyers Help
Existing Owners Corporations
We recover unpaid strata levies; enforce judgments against debtors; & manage complex debt recovery cases to protect your finances & more...
Strata Managers
We manage the entire levy recovery process; issue compliant demand notices; & provide full support in all recovery proceedings & more...
New Owners Corporations
We help establish effective levy recovery policies; provide initial advice on unpaid levies; & manage your first debt recovery actions & more...
Strata Lot Owners & Home Owners
We provide clear advice on levy disputes; help you understand your payment obligations; & navigate recovery proceedings against you & more...
Property Developers & Builders
We advise on initial levy collection post-completion; help manage early levy disputes; & ensure the new OC's financial stability & more...
Our NSW Strata Levy Recovery Services
Full-Service Debt Recovery
Unpaid levies threatening your scheme’s finances? We manage the entire recovery process, from initial demands to final payment.
Effective Demand Notices
We issue legally compliant demand letters, often prompting immediate payment & avoiding the need for further costly legal action.
Swift Legal Action
When demands are ignored, our lawyers act fast, initiating legal proceedings in the appropriate NSW court or tribunal to recover the debt.
Securing Court Judgments
We pursue legal action to secure a formal judgment against the debtor for the unpaid levies, interest & all recoverable legal costs.
Enforcing Your Judgment
A judgment is only the beginning. We implement effective enforcement strategies, including garnishee orders & writs, to ensure you get paid.
Strategic Recovery Advice
We provide ongoing strategic advice throughout the process, guiding your OC to make cost-effective decisions that maximise total recovery.
Real 5-Star Client Reviews
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Our 4-Step Process to Recovering Your Unpaid Strata Levies
Step 1
Case Review & Planning
Our strata levy recovery lawyers review your levy arrears, calculate all recoverable costs & set a focused, cost-effective recovery plan.
Step 2
Preparation & Demand
Our strata lawyers draft & issue a legally compliant Letter of Demand, formally putting the debtor on notice & demanding full payment.
Step 3
Fierce Advocacy
If payment is not made, our strata litigation lawyers commence swift legal action in NCAT or court to secure a judgment for the full debt.
Step 4
Enforcement & Recovery
Our strata levy recovery lawyers enforce the judgment using garnishee orders or writs, ensuring the debt is collected & your scheme’s finances are restored.
Get the Authors of Strata Law to Recover Your Levies
Recovering unpaid levies is a legal process governed by strict rules. You need lawyers who know the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015 (NSW) inside & out. Our team includes Raea Khan & Alex Ilkin, the published author of textbooks including “Strata Legislation Handbook NSW” (often called the “Strata Bible”) and “NSW Strata and Community Schemes Management and the Law“.
We use this deep, foundational expertise to enforce your OC’s rights, navigate the process flawlessly & give your recovery claim the ultimate legal authority from day one.
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Why Choose Our Strata Levy Recovery Lawyers?
Clear Communication
We provide clear, strategic advice on your levy recovery matter. You’ll have direct access to your senior lawyer for regular updates.
Swift & Decisive Action
We understand the urgency. Our lawyers act fast to issue demands & commence legal proceedings, preventing debts from escalating.
Proven Recovery Record
Our lawyers have a formidable record of success recovering unpaid levies for OCs in NCAT & NSW courts. We know how to get results.
Cost-Effective Process
Our deep expertise resolves levy debts efficiently. We focus on maximising your recovery of all costs & protecting your scheme’s bottom line.
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Is Unpaid Strata Levy Debt Costing You a Fortune?
Unpaid levies are a direct threat to your strata scheme’s finances. This cash flow drain delays essential repairs, forces compliant owners to pay more through special levies & can send your building into a downward spiral.
Delaying legal action is the most expensive mistake an OC can make. Our strata levy recovery lawyers act fast to recover what you are owed, protecting your scheme’s financial stability & stopping the problem from getting worse.
A Winning Strategy for NCAT & Court Action
When demand letters are ignored, swift legal action is the only answer. Levy recovery matters are won or lost in the NSW Civil & Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) or the Local Court, where a perfectly prepared case is essential.
Our strata litigation lawyers have a proven record of winning levy recovery cases in these forums. We manage the entire fight for you—from filing the claim to enforcing the judgment—to ensure your debt is recovered.
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FAQs about Strata Levy Recovery in NSW
When can an owners corporation start recovering unpaid strata levies?
An owners corporation in New South Wales can begin recovering unpaid strata levies one month after the contribution becomes due and payable. This may include interest on the outstanding amount and reasonable recovery expenses.
What notice must be given before starting legal proceedings for levy recovery?
Before commencing legal proceedings, the owners corporation must provide the debtor with at least 21 days’ notice of the intended legal action.
What information must the 21-day notice include?
The 21-day notice must clearly state the amount owed, including the levy contribution, interest, and recovery expenses. It must also outline the proposed recovery action, the due date, available payment methods, the option to enter into a payment plan, and any steps the debtor can take to arrange payment.
What is the first step typically taken in the levy recovery process?
The levy recovery process usually begins with issuing a formal letter of demand. This letter commonly serves as the required 21-day notice before legal proceedings are commenced.
What happens if the strata levy debt remains unpaid after the notice period?
If the debt remains unpaid after the 21-day notice period, the owners corporation may commence legal proceedings in a court or tribunal with appropriate jurisdiction to recover the outstanding levies.
Can the owners corporation recover legal costs incurred in levy recovery?
Yes. Under New South Wales law, including section 86 of the Strata Schemes Management Act 2015, an owners corporation may recover reasonable expenses incurred in recovering unpaid levies, including legal costs.
What methods can be used to enforce a judgment debt for unpaid levies?
Once a judgment is obtained, enforcement options may include garnishee orders against bank accounts or wages, writs for the levy of property to seize and sell assets, bankruptcy proceedings for individuals, and statutory demands that may lead to the winding up of companies.
What is a garnishee order?
A garnishee order is a court order requiring a third party, such as a bank or employer, to pay funds from the debtor’s account or wages directly to the owners corporation to satisfy the debt.
What is a writ for levy of property?
A writ for levy of property is a court order authorising the sheriff to seize and sell the debtor’s assets in order to recover the judgment debt owed to the owners corporation.
Visit Our Sydney Strata Lawyers
We provide expert strata law advice to clients across NSW. Meet with our team at our central Sydney CBD office, or at our regional offices in Gosford, Gorokan & Coffs Harbour.
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How Our NSW Strata Lawyers Can Assist You
Strata Building Defects >
Building defects? We seek rectification and compensation for Owners Corporations and lot owners, safeguarding your investment.
Resolving Strata Disputes >
Resolving strata conflicts, from owner disagreements to OC disputes, with strategic advice for effective outcomes.
Strata By-Laws >
Crafting, reviewing & enforcing compliant by-laws for harmonious strata living and effective management.
Strata Property Development >
Assisting developers with strata schemes, subdivisions, easements, and redevelopment projects.
Strata Levy Recovery >
Ensure your Owners Corporation's financial stability by recovering unpaid levies and enforcing payment through effective legal strategies.
NCAT Strata Disputes >
Expert representation at NCAT for strata disputes. Resolve issues like by-law breaches, repairs, and owner conflicts effectively.
Strata Renewal >
Expert advice for strata renewal & collective sale. We help owners maximise value and ensure compliance.
For Owners Corporations >
Expert legal advice to Owners Corporations, guiding strata committees on governance, compliance & dispute resolution.
Strata Building Management Agreements >
Expert advice on management & caretaker agreements. We draft & review to protect your scheme.
Supreme Court Strata Litigation >
High-stakes strata litigation & appeals. Expert representation in the Supreme Court for complex disputes.
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