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About

About

Trusted by Western Australians for over 40 years.

When it comes to buying or selling property, confidence is key. With Flat Rate Settlements, you’re partnering with a firm that brings over 40 years of legal expertise to the table.

Our approach combines:

  • Professionalism with personality: We make the process personable and stress-free.
  • Comprehensive legal support: Beyond settlement, we offer insights and advice on related legal matters.
  • Proactive problem solving: Anticipating and addressing potential issues before they arise.

Our clients value the peace of mind that comes with our commitment to excellence and our track record of success.

our purpose

We exist to help people simplify and solve legal problems.

Flat Rate Settlements is a service of lawyers Curae Law

We work across four areas: deceased estates, wills and estate planning, real estate conveyancing, and debt collection. Some of these matters are routine. Some come at the hardest moments of a person’s life. We bring the same care and honesty to both.

Meet our team

We’re lawyer-led, backed by 40+ years of experience, and here when it counts.

Legal Practitioner Director
Michael is an experienced succession and property lawyer and has served the Western Australian community as a legal practitioner since 1997. He has represented clients in and out of court...
Legal Practitioner Director
Lucy leads our non-contentious Wills and estates team, delivering clear, compassionate, and practical advice on succession planning and estate administration. Her approach combines legal expertise with a passion for innovation,...
Settlements team leader
Settlements are a series of dates you can’t miss. Laura Gaunt is the reason you don’t. Laura leads the settlements team at Curae Law in Perth. She looks after the...
Senior Paralegal
Between signing a contract and settling, a lot has to happen that nobody explains to you. Chris Hansord is the paralegal who handles it. Chris works in the settlements team...
Testimonials

What our clients say

Fantastic experience working with Flat Rate Settlements – Chris and Laura made the process seamless, and stress free. I am really appreciative of the support and advice provided. Thankyou
Ms N - Flat Rate Settlements client
September 2, 2026
Very friendly and professional advice and I was kept well informed and advised throughout the settlement process. Thanks again Laura.
Andrew Symes
September 2, 2026
I used Flat Rate Settlement for my [suburb] property, Laura informed me about the whole process from the start and kept me in the loop with the communication with all parties involved. Laura responded quickly if I had any question. I would highly recommend Flat rate Settlement. In my humble opinion, I wanted to choose someone independent instead of referral from selling agent or mortgage broker, so when they can, they are protecting my rights if needs be. At the end of the day, I am extremely happy that I choose flat rate and found Laura, who did an excellent job.
Mr A - Flat Rate Settlements Client
September 2, 2026
Second time them for a property settlement and again they were fantastic
Ms W - Flat Rate Settlements Client
August 14, 2026
Chris did a great job with our settlement. Everything was simple and quick and well explained, he did all the organizing and contacting of all parties. Second time we’ve used Flat Rates Settlements and very happy with their service.
Ms W - Flat Rate Settlements Client
July 21, 2026
We are incredibly grateful for your guidance and support throughout this settlement. You’ve made what could have been a very stressful process feel completely straightforward and seamless from day one. We really appreciate how smoothly you handled everything for us. Thanks again for all your hard work!
Ms S - Flat Rate Settlements Client
July 16, 2026