David Phelan

Expertise

David was admitted to practice in 1998 and has extensive experience across wills and estates, estate litigation and commercial litigation with well‑regarded Melbourne CBD firms. He advises individuals, executors, beneficiaries and businesses on their dispute resolution options, guiding them through what can often be a stressful and uncertain time with clear, practical advice.

David’s areas of practice include:

• Wills and estates litigation, including family provision claims and applications to remove executors

• Disputes involving alleged misuse or abuse of powers of attorney

• Contract disputes and broader commercial and business disputes

• Personal and corporate insolvency matters

• Misleading and deceptive conduct claims

• Debt recovery

• Domestic building disputes

David is an Accredited Specialist in Commercial Litigation and enjoys using legal strategy to find practical, commercially sound outcomes to disputes for his clients. He focuses on resolving matters efficiently and on a commercial basis, whether through negotiation or formal court proceedings.

About David

David is a keen cricket supporter who also enjoys the latest movies and stand-up comedy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws – University of Melbourne

• Bachelor of Commerce – University of Melbourne

• Accredited Specialist – Commercial Litigation – Law Institute of Victoria

Admissions

• Supreme Court of Victoria

• High Court of Australia 

Memberships and Committees

• Law Institute of Victoria