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Victoria · Melbourne CBD & inner

Lawyers in Melbourne CBD

Lawyers of Preston acts for people and businesses in Melbourne CBD and across Melbourne CBD & inner — from family and injury matters to property and commercial. Speak to a lawyer online, or from our Reservoir office.

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How we help in Melbourne CBD

One firm for life & business in Melbourne CBD

Whatever's brought you here — a family matter, an injury, a property deal or a business decision — we'll explain it plainly and give Melbourne CBD residents a clear next step.

Melbourne CBD is Victoria's business and professional heart, where established firms, startups, and service providers navigate complex commercial dealings daily. Residents and business owners in the CBD typically seek legal advice on commercial contracts, leasing disputes, employment matters, and corporate governance. The fast-paced nature of city work often brings questions around liability, intellectual property, and regulatory compliance that need prompt, practical solutions.

CBD-based businesses often face lease renegotiations, tenant disputes, and shared-space agreements that differ from suburban arrangements. Partnership breakdowns and shareholder disagreements also arise more frequently in this concentrated business environment. Before escalating a dispute, it helps to gather copies of all written agreements, email chains, and notes on what was promised verbally—then sit down with a lawyer to map out what actually happened and what outcome you're realistically after.

Family Law

Separation, parenting & property settlements.

Personal Injury

TAC, WorkCover & public liability claims.

Not-at-fault Car Claims

Repairs, hire car & costs recovered.

Wills & Estates

Wills, powers of attorney, probate.

Conveyancing

Buying, selling & transferring property.

Criminal & Traffic

Charges, court & licence matters.

Commercial & Business

Contracts, leases, disputes.

Court Representation

We appear for you across VIC.

Serving Melbourne CBD & nearby: Carlton · Docklands · East Melbourne · Flemington · Kensington.  Consultations online across VIC, or in person at our Reservoir office.
Your local court & court appearances: If you have a hearing, your nearest Magistrates' Court is the Melbourne Magistrates' Court — we appear there in person, and for many mentions and hearings we can appear online, so you don't have to travel or lose a day's work. We also represent clients at the County and Supreme Courts and at Magistrates' Court venues right across Victoria.
Common questions

Lawyers in Melbourne CBD — FAQs

Our startup is sharing office space in a CBD building with another company, and they've stopped paying their share of the common costs. Do we have to keep paying our full amount?
Shared office arrangements can be tricky because the cost-split terms depend entirely on what your agreement says and whether there's a written lease. Write down the payment history, what the arrangement was supposed to cover, and what the other party has or hasn't paid. Gather your lease, any emails about the arrangement, and payment records. A lawyer can look at these with you to work out what the agreement actually requires and what your options are.
Do you have lawyers in Melbourne CBD?
Yes — we act for people and businesses in Melbourne CBD and right across Melbourne CBD & inner. You can speak with a lawyer online from anywhere in Victoria, or in person at our Reservoir office.
Which court would my matter go to near Melbourne CBD?
The nearest venue to Melbourne CBD is the Melbourne Magistrates' Court, and that is where most local matters are heard. Where a matter is actually listed depends on the charge and the stage it has reached — committals and some specialist lists sit at other venues, and matters can be transferred — so we confirm the venue before any date rather than assume it. We appear in person, and for many mentions and hearings we can appear online, so you don’t have to travel or lose a day’s work.
Do you offer fixed fees and online consultations for Melbourne CBD clients?
Many of our services are fixed-fee and quoted upfront, and consultations are available online across Victoria or in person — so getting clear legal help in Melbourne CBD is simple and predictable.
How quickly can I speak to a lawyer?
In office hours we reply within one business hour — otherwise first thing the next business day. Take the free claim check or call us, and we’ll tell you where you stand and the next step — at no cost.

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