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Waterfront Lawyers

Waterfront Lawyers

5.0(45 reviews)See reviews ↓·Sydney

About the company

Waterfront Lawyers is a boutique law firm that has been operating for over twenty years. The firm has five practitioners and is led by Managing Director and founder Ally Xiong, who specialises in residential and commercial conveyancing, property transactions, and client relationship management. Aakanksha Khurana is a Licensed Conveyancer and holds an LLB(hons) degree from the UK, a Graduate Diploma of Applied Corporate Governance and Risk Management, and an Advanced Diploma in Conveyancing.

Megan Joy Sterling is a Principal Solicitor admitted as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of NSW in 2010, practising across property law, civil law, commercial transactions, estate matters and dispute resolution. Ryan Fletcher is a Principal Solicitor with undergraduate and Master's Degrees in Law (UTS & Sydney University) and an Executive MBA (RMIT/AGSM), and has over 20 years of experience providing in-house policy and legal advice to State and Commonwealth regulators and policy makers, corporates and not-for-profits.

Garth Brown is a Business Consultant with more than 24 years of experience in the conveyancing industry, and has delivered conveyancing training and professional development programs across Australia for organisations including InfoTrack, Smokeball, AICNSW and The Education Network. The firm's practice areas are Property & Conveyancing, Family Law, Commercial Law, and Administrative Law, and it works with clients nationwide.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Waterfront Lawyers, based in Sydney, is consistently described by clients as a conveyancing practice that handles property transactions with diligence and care. Several customers note that Aakanksha, named repeatedly in feedback, is responsive and helpful across multiple purchases, including interstate matters and first-home purchases. Reviewers frequently highlight her clear explanations of complex legal matters, her proactive approach to identifying and resolving issues before settlement, and her meticulous attention to detail. Communication is a recurring theme: clients mention being kept informed at every stage, having questions answered patiently, and receiving advice that is both clear and practical.

The firm’s work on SMSF property purchases is also singled out, with customers noting the expertise required for these more complex transactions. An aspect raised across a number of reviews is the smooth and stress-free nature of settlements, with clients describing the process as well coordinated with other parties such as vendor conveyancers. The team is portrayed as professional and thorough, and many reviewers express a willingness to return for future matters. Feedback centres on property purchases and conveyancing, with clients describing confidence in the outcome and a sense of being well supported throughout.

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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tej gahlot27 July 2026

We engaged Aakansha at Waterfront Lawyers for our SMSF property purchase and couldn't be happier with the experience. SMSF purchases come with their own layer of complexity, and Aakansha handled every step with real expertise and care. She's genuinely solution-oriented — whenever an issue came up, she focused on finding a way forward rather than just flagging problems. She was always accessible, quick to respond, and consistently went above and beyond to help us. Highly recommend her to anyone navigating a SMSF or property transaction.

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Mitali Ross4 July 2026

As first-home buyers, navigating the purchasing process was completely new to us, but Aakanksha made the experience smooth and stress-free from start to finish. Her knowledge and expertise were evident throughout every stage of the process, and we always felt confident that we were in very capable hands. No matter how many questions we had, Aakanksha was always patient, responsive, and generous with her time. She took the time to explain everything clearly, never made us feel like any question was too small, and ensured we understood each step along the way. Her professionalism, attention to detail, and excellent communication gave us complete confidence throughout the transaction. We truly appreciated the care and support she provided, and we're so grateful for everything she did to help us purchase our first home. We would highly recommend Aakanksha to anyone looking for a knowledgeable, professional, and approachable conveyancer. Thank you for making such an important milestone such a positive and seamless experience.

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Chris Liew24 June 2026

Aakanksha has been very responsive and helpful throughout two of my property purchases. She coordinated effectively with the vendor's conveyancer and ensured the process went smoothly from start to finish. I would definitely recommend her services.

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Fiona Saheed23 June 2026

Excellent service from Waterfront Lawyers and Conveyancing. The team and Aakanksha were professional, responsive, and made the entire process smooth and stress-free. They kept me informed every step of the way and were always available to answer my questions. Highly recommend their services.

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Sunil Saxena23 June 2026

We have purchased 2 properties with Aakansha now and I cannot recommend her enough. You can leave all the stress of settlement with her and watch her diligently work through if and any issue that's comes along the way. We always knew she had our back and wouldn't hesitate recommending her at any time. We look forward to a continued relationship with you and wish you all the best.

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Uloopi Vorra17 June 2026

We have been dealing with Aakanksha and her firm for the last couple of years for multiple property transactions. We have found these interactions extremely professional and valuable. She is not only knowledgeable on various state laws but also very prompt with responses . She ensures that the dates and conditions are fulfilled on time leading to smooth settlements and completed transactions. We would recommend her for anyone looking for a conveyancer for their properties / investments.

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Alieraj Raja16 June 2026

Aakanksha is a very knowledgeable conveyancer with a great attitude and is very high on professional ethics and integrity. Always on top of things and following up proactively with all parties to ensure timelines are met and as clients you feel very comfortable being updated of minor details. I would highly recommend her for all your conveyancing and legal work across all states. She is definitely one of the best!!

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Contact
+61272406730www.waterfrontlawyers.com.auLevel 1/60 Martin Pl, Sydney NSW 2000
Working hours
Monday09:30–17:00
Tuesday09:30–17:00
Wednesday09:30–17:00
Thursday09:30–17:00
Friday09:30–16:00
SaturdayClosed
SundayClosed