David Skeels

David is an accomplished lawyer with extensive expertise in Litigation, holding a robust background that includes degrees in Law and Arts from Monash University and admission to practice in 1987. His career at the firm began in 1995, leading to his current role as Managing Director. With specialist accreditation in Commercial Litigation from the Law Institute of Victoria, David frequently navigates complex cases in the Supreme, County, and Federal Courts, as well as the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT). His service areas cover an array of dispute types, including Trust Disputes, addressing issues around Trust Deeds and beneficiary rights, and Shareholder Disputes, focusing on minority rights and corporate governance. David is proficient in handling Partnership Disputes concerning operational control and partner interests. Furthermore, his practice encompasses Trade Practices Litigation, Insolvency matters, Insurance Disputes, Real Property Litigation, and Sale of Business Disputes. Complementing his litigation practice, David also acts as a mediator in commercial disputes, providing clients with a comprehensive suite of dispute resolution services.