This long-established service provided by experienced senior solicitors is used frequently by members for speedy resolution of property related disputes. Forms for referring a dispute are available on request. Each party must be represented by a solicitor, and there must be an agreed statement of facts.
Mediation is offered if preferred by the parties.
This service is offered on similar lines to the property law service. It concentrates more on disputes arising out of sale or purchase of businesses and franchising, and extends to appropriate issues in taxation, stamp duty and other business law related matters. The Committee will give rulings on the interpretation and application of the Practitioner Remuneration Order where some aspect of it is in dispute. The Committee will provide opinions to members of the Law Institute of Victoria on principles of costing and the application of the Practitioner Remuneration Order where there is no dispute. An opinion does not constitute a ruling of the Committee, although in some cases the Committee may refer to previous rulings on a particular question.