Tayla Wescott

Profile

Tayla is a property and public law lawyer advising local councils, public land managers, utilities and private clients on land use, leasing, property transactions and statutory compliance. She is part of Hunt & Hunt’s public sector team and regularly assists on matters involving Crown land, road discontinuance and compulsory acquisition.

Her practice combines transactional property work with statutory and public law advice, giving her a strong appreciation of both legal risk and practical implementation. Tayla is particularly valued for her ability to navigate detailed statutory processes while keeping matters commercially and operationally on track.

Tayla’s previous experience with Homes Victoria and Owners Corporations provides her with first-hand insight into the realities of property ownership, management and development, strengthening her advice for both government and private sector clients.

Areas of Focus

• Property acquisitions and disposals
• Commercial and retail leasing
• Council and government property transactions
• Crown land and statutory land processes
• Subdivisions and development agreements

Experience & Authority

Local Government & Public Land Matters
Tayla advises local councils and public land managers on a wide range of statutory land matters, including Crown land management, leasing arrangements, road discontinuance and compulsory acquisition processes.

She regularly assists with compliance under relevant state legislation and supports councils in navigating regulatory requirements efficiently and accurately.

Property & Leasing Transactions
Tayla has experience preparing and advising on commercial and retail leases, licences and associated documentation for both Crown and freehold land. Her work includes coordinating with DELWP and other authorities to ensure statutory and regulatory requirements are met.

Statutory Instruments & Documentation
Tayla is experienced in preparing property and statutory instruments, including section 173 agreements, easement documentation and acquisition materials under the Land Acquisition and Compensation Act.

She assists with drafting, review and execution of documents that require precision and strict statutory compliance.

Road Discontinuance & Transfer Processes
Tayla has worked on statutory processes for discontinuing and transferring roads and laneways for urban councils, preparing notices, title documentation and associated compliance materials.

Statutory Interpretation & Advisory
Tayla assists with advice on statutory powers and obligations under the Local Government Act and related legislation, including delegated authority and council property responsibilities.

Style & Approach
Tayla is known for her practical, client-focused approach and her ability to manage complex property matters with clarity and care. Clients value her steady, solution-oriented mindset and her attention to detail in matters where statutory compliance is critical.