Civil & Commercial Law Advocate.

Doug is an experienced Barrister, practising for over 20 years in both Advocacy and Advising work.



Doug has appeared in Civil Litigation at all court levels, including the High Court of Australia, and in the Federal Courts, in Supreme Courts, and Magistrates Courts.

He has been briefed for Sovereign State, Governmental, Corporate and Private Clients.

Doug provides advice and expert representation for clients across a range of Civil Law matters including:

  • Administrative Law

  • Appellate Advocacy (Civil)

  • Arbitration and Mediation

  • Bankruptcy and Insolvency

  • Commercial Leases and Contracts

  • Defamation

  • Diplomatic Privileges and Immunity

  • Equity and Trusts

  • Family Provision

  • Federal Litigation

  • Human Rights and Anti-Discrimination

  • Wills and Probate