Tim is dedicated to all aspects of his work and clients, tackling any obstacles in an enthusiastic and pragmatic style.
Tim is a Principal within the firm's Commercial division. Acting for a broad cross-section of clients, including both private industry and government sectors, he has a particular interest in the areas of agriculture, marinas and independent education.
Tim's extensive experience involves advising local governments, marina clients and incorporated associations, agri-business transactions, negotiating and drafting Land Access Agreements, as well as commercial property leasing, acquisitions and reviewing.
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CAREER highlights
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Client Solutions
Independent School Owner and Operator
Land Acquisition
Client problem
Complex land acquisition for a new school.
outcome achieved
Tim assisted his client in negotiating and entering into a collaboration arrangement with a private developer to facilitate the acquisition of land to establish a K -12 co-educational school. This involved addressing complex tax concerns, as well as meeting the requirements and timelines of multiple stakeholders.
Marina Owner and Operator
Commercial Dispute
Client problem
Difficult commercial dispute with berth owners.
outcome achieved
Tim assisted his client by negotiating and finalising a settlement without litigation commencing. He was also responsible for ensuring that the settlement terms were carried out. This involved complex land tenure transactions, including transitioning the marina's seabed tenure from administration as a port asset, amendment of the relevant legislation, and transitioning to registered berth leases for the entire marina.
Farming Enterprise
COMPANY Acquisition
Client problem
Complicated acquisition of a cropping and grazing enterprise in Queensland's Western Downs district. The transaction involved:
outcome achieved
Tim aided in all aspects of the transaction, including legal due diligence, contract drafting and negotiating, liaising with other stakeholders, and completing the purchase.
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Tim Smith's INSIGHTS & Success
Commercial, Technology and Digital Economy