Scott Edwards

Scott Edwards, Director - Legal, is a highly respected lawyer with a dual degree in arts and law, adding depth to his practical and outcome-driven approach. He excels in navigating the complexities of land use and development approvals in Victoria, having secured numerous successes for major clients. His notable achievements include obtaining approvals for significant hospitality operators and complex developments such as those at the former Alphington Paper Mills. Scott has also facilitated substantial CBD projects, including an office tower behind the heritage-listed Shell House and residential and hotel towers in Melbourne's core. Scott's proficiency extends to diverse planning matters, successfully overturning proposed heritage overlays and handling Supreme Court proceedings as well as appeals from VCAT and the Building Appeals Board. His peers recognize his legal acumen, evidenced by his role as Co-Chair of the Law Institute of Victoria’s Planning & Local Government Committee and his continued recognition in Doyle's Guide. His career at Planning & Property Partners has seen him provide strategic legal advice on a broad range of matters, including planning permit applications, VCAT reviews, planning scheme amendments, and more. Prior roles have furthered his expertise, including his foundational experience as a law clerk at Kellehers Australia. Scott's academic foundation from Deakin University and the Australian National University, coupled with his practical experience, underpins his distinguished career. When not practising law, Scott enjoys running, supporting Collingwood at the MCG, and catching up on his ever-growing reading list.