Webinar: Proper authority to commence litigation in strata

Webinar: Proper authority to commence litigation in strata

Are you confident your body corporate has the proper authority to commence litigation?

Join Queensland Partner and leading strata law expert, Michael Kleinschmidt, as he outlines the key steps to correctly authorise property litigation. This webinar, hosted by Nikki Jovicic from LookUpStrata, was presented live on 1 May 2025. Watch the recording below.

In this webinar, you’ll discover:

• Why Proper Authority Matters: Understand the potential pitfalls and legal consequences of commencing litigation without the correct approvals.
• State-Specific Rules: Learn the distinct requirements and levels of approval for different types of litigation in Queensland, New South Wales, Victoria, and Western Australia.
• Navigating Urgent Situations: Discover the options available when you need to initiate litigation quickly, especially in light of recent Queensland case law.
• Practical Steps for Authorisation: Gain a clear understanding of the procedures your body corporate must follow to ensure valid authorisation.

Discover the risks of getting it wrong, what each state requires, and how to act fast in urgent cases—all grounded in recent legal decisions.

Resources Mentioned

• Qld case: Body Corporate for Oceana on Broadbeach CTS 24163 v 21 Broadbeach Blvd Pty Ltd [2025] QSC 68
• NSW Case: 2 Elizabeth Bay Road Pty Ltd v The Owners – Strata Plan No 73943 [2014] NSWCA 409 (5 December 2014)
• Vic case: Burbank Australia Pty Ltd v Owners Corporation [2015] VSC 160 (29 April 2015)

Presentation slides

Download the slide pack: Proper Authority to Commence Litigation – how to avoid losing the fight before you even get started