The Director of Consumer Affairs Victoria has suspended western suburbs businessman Anh Ngoc Nguyen from acting as a conveyancer.
Mr Nguyen, trading as Compact Conveyancing Services, had his conveyancer’s licence suspended based on serious concerns about his business practices. He had about 40 conveyancing matters in progress.
Consumer Affairs Victoria has contacted those clients to inform them of the situation.
Anyone who has concerns about conveyancing work done by Mr Nguyen should contact Consumer Affairs Victoria for advice.
The Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal has begun a disciplinary inquiry into Mr Nguyen’s conduct. His licence will remain suspended until the tribunal makes further orders.
Consumers should never engage a conveyancer who is suspended or unlicensed, as it can affect claims on professional indemnity insurance or the Victorian Property Fund if something goes wrong.
To find a licensed conveyancer, visit the conveyancers section of the Business Licensing Authority website.
For information about conveyancer responsibilities, view our Conveyancers section.