I have always considered the law to be a helping profession. I enjoy using my problem-solving and strong communication skills to get practical and meaningful solutions for my clients.
Originally from Mackay, Damon started his legal career in 2019, working within a large general practice firm primarily practicing in commercial litigation and crime. Since his admission in 2022, Damon has been involved in a range of large-scale litigation and regulatory matters, including regularly assisting insolvency practitioners and acting for respondents to ASIC investigations.
Recent matter involvement
- Recently involved in a successful appeal to the Court of Appeal, acting on behalf of a consumer in an action to enforce his rights under the Australian Consumer Law. Link to decision.
- Instructed counsel on a two-day trial in the District Court concerning breach of contract, resulting in a successful settlement for the client.
- Prepared and instructed on an urgent application to wind up a company to avoid personal liability for a client under a director penalty notice, resulting in a successful outcome.
- Successfully assisted in defending an application in the Supreme Court to set aside a contract for the sale of a property, resulting in costs being awarded for his client.
- Acting for a liquidator in successfully opposing an application for declaratory relief regarding the construction of a charitable trust. Link to decision.
Qualifications and Memberships
- Admitted to Supreme Court
- Admitted to High Court
- Committee Member of the Mackay Regional Community Legal Centre
- Member of the Queensland Law Society