Dan Morris Legal

Perth, WA

+61 8 62..

About Us

Dan Morris Legal, operating as Australian Construction Lawyers Pty Ltd, is renowned for delivering strategic and precise legal advice across several key areas, such as development, construction, inheritance, and trusts. With an unwavering focus on providing end-to-end legal support for development projects, the firm excels in drafting comprehensive contracts and subcontracts while adeptly handling development approvals, building permits, zoning regulations, and residential code compliance. In the realm of construction law, Dan Morris Legal offers invaluable expertise in advising, negotiating, and preparing construction contracts, alongside representing contractors and subcontractors in disputes concerning payment terms, workmanship, delays, and scope of works. Their proficiency extends to inheritance law, where they skillfully advise and negotiate settlements, representing clients in court, particularly in matters involving farming and agricultural properties. The firm's trust law services are equally formidable, with a strong focus on constructive and resulting trusts, as well as addressing promissory estoppel issues. They provide astute advice on establishing trust structures aimed at family wealth preservation and succession planning. Their expertise further encompasses strata matters, offering comprehensive services that include drafting bylaws, advising on the Strata Titles Act 1985, and handling building defect claims, debt recovery, and enforcement for unpaid levies. Through a combination of courtroom advocacy, legal drafting, opinion work, high-level negotiations, and strategic advice, Dan Morris Legal delivers practical, independent legal solutions. Trusted counsel, strong advice, and confident outcomes define their approach, ensuring clients receive exceptional legal service tailored to their specific needs.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law

Estate Planning

Property Law

Specialisations

Property Law

Dan Morris Legal offers comprehensive legal services in property law, assisting clients with various aspects of development, construction, inheritance, trusts, and strata matters. The firm provides detailed guidance throughout the development process, including contract drafting, navigating regulatory approvals, and ensuring compliance with building and zoning standards. With a strong focus on protecting clients' interests, Dan Morris Legal is well-equipped to handle disputes related to construction projects, from contract negotiations to representing contractors and subcontractors in complex issues regarding payment, workmanship, and delays. In addition to development and construction, the firm offers robust advice in inheritance matters, particularly involving contested land issues tied to farming and agricultural properties. With expertise in trust law, they assist clients in establishing trust structures aimed at family wealth preservation and succession planning. Their services extend to strata law, where the firm addresses bylaw drafting, compliance with the Strata Titles Act, and manages disputes related to building defects and unpaid levies, ensuring effective resolution for strata schemes.

Commercial Law

Dan Morris Legal offers comprehensive legal support in commercial law, focusing on development and construction projects. The firm excels in drafting essential contracts and navigating complex regulations, ensuring clients meet all legal requirements. With extensive experience in contractual negotiations and dispute representation, the team effectively advocates for contractors and subcontractors while managing issues related to payment and project scope. In the realm of inheritance law, the firm provides tailored advice for contested land matters, particularly concerning farming and agricultural properties. Their expertise extends to trusts, where they assist clients in establishing robust structures for wealth preservation and succession planning. Additionally, Dan Morris Legal navigates strata matters, offering sound advice on compliance and dispute resolution while pursuing building defect claims to protect clients' interests.