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Application for New Titles / Subdivision

It’s not just paperwork, it’s your future investment.

At Flat Rate Settlements, we offer premium service without the premium attitude. We’ve streamlined our process to make life easy for you, without ever cutting corners on quality or legal protection.

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How our settlement lawyers can help you

Fixed price applications.

Application for new titles or to register (survey) strata plans

From $1000 +GST

Once you receive the Western Australian Planning Commission’s approval, we’ll:

  • Prepare the necessary application documents.
  • Coordinate your signature on the documents.
  • Lodge the completed application with Landgate.
  • Notify you promptly once Landgate issues the new titles.
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Why people choose Flat Rate Settlements

Premium support from a legal team that knows its stuff.

01.
Human-first service

We care about your experience, not just the paperwork. Real humans. Real help. Real knowledge.

02.
Clear pricing, smart value

A fixed price for your settlement, itemised before you commit.

03.
A law firm behind your settlement

Most settlements are straightforward. If yours isn’t, our legal team are here ready to help you.

Meet our team

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

Michael Hodgkins
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...
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Lucy Dickens
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,...
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Laura Gaunt
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...
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Chris Hansord
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...
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Testimonials

What our clients say

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
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
We had an amazing experience working with Flat Rate Settlements. Laura and her team provided exceptional service throughout our property transaction. She made the entire process incredibly smooth, transparent, and completely stress-free for us. Her professionalism and prompt support were truly outstanding. We highly recommend Laura and Flat Rate Settlements to anyone looking for a reliable settlement team!
Mr W - Flat Rate Settlements Client
July 3, 2026
To Laura and her team, both Jenny and myself can’t thank you enough for your professionalism during the past two settlements which went so smooth and we were always kept informed of the process and what we needed to do. We highly recommend your services to anyone who needs an honest and very reliable settlement agent.
Mr J - Flat Rate Settlements Client
July 2, 2026
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