ADVICE BEFORE YOU SIGN
Your signature.
Your understanding.
When you are asked to obtain independent legal advice, the point is to understand your obligations. We review the documents with you and explain the risks within the agreed scope.
Request an advice appointmentTHE WORK BEHIND YOUR TRANSACTION
An opportunity to ask the questions that matter.
A lender or another party may require independent advice before you sign. The appointment gives you space to understand the document, what it requires from you and the consequences relevant to the transaction.
What is independent legal advice for a property transaction?
Independent legal advice helps a person understand a document and its consequences through a lawyer acting independently of another party. Rindi Law first confirms the document, lender requirements and whether the firm can act.
Advice and representation are different
Independent legal advice usually concerns advice on specified documents or a transaction. Independent legal representation involves acting as your lawyer in the transaction within an agreed scope. Send the requesting party’s instructions so we can confirm what is actually required.
Documents first. Appointment second.
We need the documents, any required certificate, the names of the parties and the deadline before confirming an appointment. That allows us to check whether we can act and identify the work involved.
Signing follows the advice process
We explain the relevant obligations and give you an opportunity to ask questions. A certificate is not simply a document to witness; it follows the applicable advice and signing requirements.
Ask about a virtual appointment
Virtual arrangements depend on identification requirements, the documents and the requesting party’s instructions. Our team confirms the appropriate process when reviewing your request.
A LITTLE CLARITY
Before you
get started.
How much does it cost?
The fee depends on the documents and whether advice or representation is required. We confirm the scope and quote before the appointment.
Can you just sign the certificate?
The certificate must reflect an advice process that meets the applicable requirements. We need to review the documents and speak with you first.
Can the same lawyer advise everyone?
Independence and conflicts need to be considered. We confirm whose interests we can advise before accepting the request.
YOUR NEXT STEP
Let’s confirm the advice you need.
Send the request details and deadline. Our team will confirm scope, fee and appointment arrangements.