
About Us
Providing you with holistic commercial, conveyancing and personal legal services that deliver practical, cost-effective and timely results
With Batten Sacks at your side, complex legal problems become straightforward solutions
Our Legal SOlutions
Conveyancing, property, commercial, family and estate law services, litigation and so much more…
Conveyancing
Buy or sell with confidence, free of the anxiety that comes with complex title transfers, legal obligations, or settlement issues.
Be protected when buying or selling property. Our conveyancing lawyers in Melbourne will help you through the entire process, from contract to settlement.
Commercial Law
Commercial law is no longer difficult and confusing.
Enjoy peace of mind across the life cycle of your business. Receive practical commercial legal solutions whether you’re an established business, in a period of transition, or just getting started.
Personal Injury Litigation
Many people are happy to “let things slide” when they’re injured at work or by another individual’s negligence. If you ask us, this isn’t right or just.
You shouldn’t suffer without recompense as a result of someone else’s negligence. Obtain appropriate redress for an injury caused by the actions of someone else with our lawyers in Melbourne. We will champion your rights.
Commercial Litigation
You’ve worked hard to build your business. Now it’s time to protect it, and ensure that your assets and rights are protected.
Have your disputes resolved in the most practical and cost effective way. We will guide you through each step of the process and ensure your case reaches a satisfactory conclusion.
Will & Estates
Far too many people don’t think about wills or estate planning, leaving behind debts, confusion and uncertainty during a highly sensitive period.
Protect the future financial security of your loved ones when you are no longer around with an estate plan that suits you.
Family Law
You can’t change what’s happened, but with the right legal advice, you can minimise the disruption, conflict and confusion that family law cases often come with.
We use care and sensitivity to help you achieve a positive outcome through negotiation or litigation if necessary.
Property Law
With an experienced property lawyer on your side, you will be more informed and educated, and be able to make the right call whether you’re a buyer, seller, landlord or renter.
With 100+ years collective experience, we help achieve the best outcome on your behalf.
Employment Law
Most people don’t understand their rights as employees, or their obligations as employers.
Confused by employment law? Need your legal rights translated into plain English? We act for both employers and employees at the start, end, and during the term of their employment relationship, protecting the rights of both parties.
Bankruptcy & Liquidations
Too many individuals and businesses find themselves struggling to recover when faced with bankruptcy and insolvency.
But you don’t have to be one of them. Get back on the road to financial freedom – we provide strategic advice for debtors dealing with insolvency and for creditors to maximise their prospects of recovery.
Immigration
Some people spend years applying for permanent residency or citizenship, only to be denied time and again because of a legal problem or an area of immigration law they didn’t know about.
We can assist with all of your migration requirements. Our immigration lawyers will optimise your application and assist you every step of the way on your journey to becoming an Australian resident or citizen.


Why Us
Our commitment to you
Many people are scared to take legal action and stand up for their rights because they’re intimidated by the process or confused about the law.
With more than 100 years of combined experience, our lawyers in Melbourne have helped thousands of people just like you to:
- Understand their rights
- Meet your legal obligations
- Resolve disputes
- Take action for injustices
Our team of legal professionals specialise in 10 different distinct areas of civil law. You will find our team to be totally dependable and supportive. We handle problems “head on” instead of delegating or delaying critical issues.
Who we help
what our clients say
Testimonials
I recently used Batten Sacks services and I was extremely impressed. They were very helpful, considerate and understanding. They sorted out an issue that I had and gave me peace of mind. It’s a pleasure to know that there are such kind and efficient people out there, who can help you when you have a problem. I highly recommend using Batten Sacks. Many Thanks!!!
Sean
Great legal firm. Good prices and professional advice. Thanks guys!
Dylan
Batten Sacks have assisted me over a number of years. They are most trustworthy with all the dealing I have had with them.
Isaac
Extending my gratitude to Colin, Niki and the team!
From the very beginning, they took the time to explain each step clearly, ensuring I felt informed and confident. Their attention to detail and prompt communication helped everything run smoothly, even when timelines were tight. I truly appreciated their calm, reassuring approach and their ability to handle everything with such efficiency and care.
I highly recommend Batten Sacks Lawyers to anyone looking for a reliable and highly competent conveyancing team. Thank you once again for your outstanding support!
Ash was helpful throughout the process even though we had lots of questions and anxious about the settlement as first home buyers. Ash presented us with all the options, patiently explained the process and ensured that the settlement was smooth and on time.
Colin and Ash were confident and knowledgeable which gave us the peace of mind. We’re happy to recommend their services.
I have used the services of Batten Sacks a number of times now.
On each occasion I have been treated politely and in a patient manner. Also, I have had clear explanations given to me and
I have always been kept updated. I will not hesitate to use their services in the future.
I had been pressing with multiple emails dated 07/07/2024, 19/07/2024, 23/07/2024 and finally 24/07/2024 all of which remain unanswered.
Although we had 60 days to settle Batten Sacks chose to not provide replies to emails or information when requested. Simply put I was given 1 business day prior to settlement (29/07/24) to arrange for funds to be transferred.
I feel that if Batten Sacks had respond to any of my 4 specific emails in all likelihood we would have avoided the unfortunate outcome.
07/07/2024 “if finance is ready is it worth settling earlier?”
19/07/2024 “Just a quick touch base is there anything I need to do for you understanding 60 days for settlement falls around 29/07/24.
Is there $$ that needs to be transferred forms that need signing ? anything else you need from our side?“
23/07/2024 Just checking less than 6 days to settle I need time to move $$ where I need them can I please have an update where we're are at asap please?
24/07/2024 “I am growing concerned with my recent emails going unanswered. Can you please advise of next steps.”
I feel that Batten Sacks has a duty of care to respond in a timely manner and to provide information also provide contingencies which may asist in avoiding unfortunate outcomes.
I really feel let down in this circumstance especially as I tried multiple times over a period of more than 3 weeks to gain the specific information which would have allowed me more time and so to avoid incurring additional costs.
Ultimately we were referred by a close and trusted family friend and as such placed significant level of trust in in your practice to look after our best interests I now feel this has not been the case.
I am not sure if your practice has a grievance / complaints policy however I would like this email forwarded to the managing partner or principle as I really feel that my experience needs to be noted and reviewed.
Colin, Ash & Madonna provide amazing support and follow up to ensure things runs smmothly through the settlement process.
Highly recommend !
Colin and the team at Batten Sacks assisted us in our conveyancing and related legal work, and could not have been more attentive, prompt and professional in the lead up to our settlement and beyond - including a ten day wait for settlement to complete due to issues on the vendor's side. In very short order a License Agreement was arranged between all parties and we were lucky enough to be able to move in before settlement finally went through.
I'll definitely be recommending Colin and his team to anyone looking for conveyancing and other legal needs.
I have been using your property services now for over two years and I couldn't recommend yourself and your firm any more highly.
I have an absolute comfort level that you will help my clients professionally and sensitively in the best way with their property transactions.
Thank you & Regards Tom
Tom Ryan Vendor Advocacy
Colin was very friendly, patient and provided guidance whenever I needed. The team was also nice and polite. Emails replied promptly, etc.
I will definitely choose to work with Colin and his team again. Highly recommended.👍👍
Highly recommend
He handled everything from checking the section 32 prior to purchase, to attending to and completing the settlement process with a minimum of fuss.
He is a complete professional and an absolute pleasure to deal with.
Thank you Colin and your team at Batten Sacks
From the initial contact to post settlement support Colin and Niki were there, going above and beyond. The experience was seamless but yet with such great attention to details at every stage ensuring everything was in order for the settlement.


