Glossary

This glossary defines key terms used throughout Curia. Use this as a reference when you encounter unfamiliar terminology.

Curia

A platform that helps Conveyancers and Solicitors streamline property transfer processes through automated document analysis and review tools.

Review

The process of analysing a property contract of sale in Curia, from upload through to final Report generation.

Document

A PDF file uploaded to Curia for review, typically containing a contract of sale and supporting documents.

Preflight

An automated initial assessment that runs when a document is uploaded, checking for key information and document sections before the full review begins.

Ria

Curia's AI assistant that provides suggestions for field values based on document analysis.

Library

A collection of reusable content (clauses, recommendations, dealings) that can be applied consistently across reviews.

Field

An individual data point in a review (e.g., purchase price, settlement date) that can be detected automatically or entered manually.

Recommendation

A suggestion for the receiver of the Report (client) in plain language. Often a non-legal explanation of the Amendment Request.

Amendment Request

The legal wording of a recommendation, intended for communication with the vendor's solicitor.

Report

The final result provided to the client which includes all information and Recommendations relating to the contract of sale.

Title

A property title reference that identifies ownership of land. A single contract may involve multiple titles.

A document from the state government or related body (NSW Land Registry Services, VIC LANDATA, etc) that shows current ownership and any encumbrances on a property Title.

Dealing

An encumbrance or interest registered against a property title, such as an easement, covenant, or mortgage.

Special Condition

A clause in the contract that modifies or adds to the standard terms of sale.

Clause

A specific provision in a contract, typically identified by a number or reference.

Off the Plan

A property purchase where the lot is not yet registered with state government or related body (unregistered contract).

Strata

A type of property ownership where owners hold title to individual lots within a larger building or development, with shared common property.

Common Property

Areas of a strata scheme owned collectively by all lot owners, such as lobbies, driveways, and gardens.

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