Dane Keenes is a partner at Keenes Little Lawyers, renowned for his skilled and compassionate advocacy in criminal, commercial, and family law matters. Born and raised in the Albury-Wodonga area, Dane embarked on his legal journey locally, earning his Bachelor of Laws with Honours from the University of Canberra, followed by a Master of Laws from the Australian National University. Admitted to the Supreme Court of Victoria in 2015, Dane has practised across both Victorian and New South Wales jurisdictions. He has also served as principal director of a boutique commercial law practice in Melbourne. Throughout his career, Dane has made significant contributions to the legal profession. He regularly appears in state and federal courts, addressing a diverse array of legal issues. His appointments on the criminal and family law panels for Legal Aid NSW and Victoria Legal Aid highlight his commitment to accessible legal representation. Dane’s approach is solution-driven, emphasising a deep understanding of his clients' unique circumstances to achieve favourable outcomes. His previous roles include advising on complex commercial, property, and business transactions, with a notable focus on pharmacy sales and acquisitions. Collaboration with accountants and lenders has seen him provide comprehensive legal, accounting, and financial solutions. Dane’s expertise has established him as a leading advisor on pharmaceutical transactions in Victoria. His early career experience includes practising across various domains such as civil and commercial litigation, criminal law, family law, property law, and estate planning, enriching his versatile legal practice.
Partner
Keenes Little Lawyers
Nov 2019 - Present • 7 years
Principal
JPH Lawyers
May 2017 - Apr 2019 • 1 year 11 months
Lawyer
Hargraves Ambrose & Co
Feb 2015 - May 2017 • 2 years 3 months
Trainee Lawyer
Hargraves Ambrose & Co
Jun 2014 - Feb 2015 • 8 months
Clerical Officer / Sports Journalist
The Canberra Times
Dec 2009 - Mar 2014 • 4 years 3 months
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice (GDLP)
The Australian National University
2014
Master of Laws (LLM)
The Australian National University
2014 - 2016
Bachelor of Sports Media / Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Hons)
University of Canberra
2009 - 2014
Last checked: 13 May 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board
