David Davis Lawyers

David Davis Lawyers David Davis Lawyers is a law firm in Thornbury; an inner northern suburb of Melbourne, Victoria.

We are a 100% Victorian law firm providing legal services for Wills & Estate Planning, Business Succession, Personal Conveyancing, Family Law and VCAT hearings. We love working with our clients in Thornbury and local adjoining suburbs; delivering local and trusted services to our community. Founded in 2008 by David Davis himself, our areas of expertise include:
· Estate Planning
· Business Success

ion Law
· Conveyancing
· Family Law
· VCAT hearings
· Commercial Law

We have over 25 years of combined experience and our purpose is to provide individuals and SME’s with expert, considered and cost-effective solutions in law.

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​Regardless of whether your needs involve complex estate and business succession planning or the purchase of a family home, rest assured that our close-knit team of professionals will work with you (not simply for you) to deliver the best possible outcome. We take pride in providing responsible legal services to our clients and our community and we’re committed to providing plain English, tailored and real-world advice that delivers practical solutions for you.

Creating a Will is an essential part of estate planning. A valid Will ensures that your assets are distributed according...
23/03/2026

Creating a Will is an essential part of estate planning.

A valid Will ensures that your assets are distributed according to your wishes after your passing.

However, the legal validity of a Will hinges on strict adherence to formal requirements. Failure to comply with these requirements can lead to significant complications.

In this blog, we’ll explore what happens if a Will isn’t signed correctly within the Victorian jurisdiction.
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Generally, most people would think their Will deals with all their assets like property, personal items, cars, boats, mo...
16/03/2026

Generally, most people would think their Will deals with all their assets like property, personal items, cars, boats, money in the bank etc.

What many forget to give consideration to are things like digital assets, guardianship or children and burial/funeral wishes.

We look at those non-standard assets and how your Will can deal with them.
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We all know the importance of making a Will. So, once you have made your Will, is that the end of the matter? Generally,...
09/03/2026

We all know the importance of making a Will. So, once you have made your Will, is that the end of the matter?

Generally, no.

You need to review your Will at certain times because, for most people, financial and personal circumstances change, and some changes of those changes may mean that the terms of your Will now produce unwanted or unintended outcomes.

In this blog, we look at 5 key changes in your life that should prompt you to review your Will (and any other estate planning documents you have).
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Elder abuse can happen behind closed doors - in families, in care relationships, and in many forms including financial, ...
02/03/2026

Elder abuse can happen behind closed doors - in families, in care relationships, and in many forms including financial, emotional and physical abuse.

The Australian Law Reform Commission’s 2017 report helped bring this issue into the legal spotlight and it continues to gain attention.

Change takes collaboration across aged care, government, communities and the law.

As solicitors, we play a vital role in recognising and addressing abuse. Read more 👇
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Buying off-the-plan is a choice that many investors and home buyers make. Many will do this with the “perceived” safety ...
23/02/2026

Buying off-the-plan is a choice that many investors and home buyers make. Many will do this with the “perceived” safety net of a pre-approved loan.

However, along with a number of general risks associated with purchasing off-the-plan, there are additional risks directly resulting from the property, certain market trends, and the interest rate rises, particularly when relying on a pre-approved loan.
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For your Will to be valid, you must have testamentary capacity.Understanding precisely what that is (and what it isn’t) ...
16/02/2026

For your Will to be valid, you must have testamentary capacity.

Understanding precisely what that is (and what it isn’t) can be tricky.

In this blog, we explain (in plain English):
👉 the test for testamentary capacity;
👉 how we ensure that our clients have testamentary capacity; and
👉 the potential repercussions of a testator making a Will without capacity.
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OUR SIMPLE GUIDE TO APPLYING FOR A GRANT OF PROBATEIf you’ve been named Executor in a Will, it is highly likely you’ll n...
09/02/2026

OUR SIMPLE GUIDE TO APPLYING FOR A GRANT OF PROBATE

If you’ve been named Executor in a Will, it is highly likely you’ll need to apply for a Grant of Probate.

For those unfamiliar with the process (as well as being unfamiliar with acting as an Executor), this can be a little daunting.

In this article, we look at all things “Grant of Probate” from when it’s needed, who makes the application, how to apply and how long it takes.
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When buying your new home, should you use a conveyancer or a lawyer? It’s a really common question.The roles do overlap,...
02/02/2026

When buying your new home, should you use a conveyancer or a lawyer? It’s a really common question.

The roles do overlap, and they each play their own part in the conveyancing process.

So, how do you choose which one to engage?

In this blog, we explain the difference between conveyancers and solicitors.
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It’s not uncommon for partners/spouses to have identical Wills, particularly when it’s a simple Will.Identical Wills are...
26/01/2026

It’s not uncommon for partners/spouses to have identical Wills, particularly when it’s a simple Will.

Identical Wills are called Mirror Wills.

On other occasions, partners/spouses may consider making a Will each, which forms a binding contract between them. This one’s called a Mutual Will.

Understanding the key differences will ensure you make the best decisions for your specific circumstances.
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Back in July 2021, Victoria introduced a new environmental protection framework, amending the Environment Protection Act...
19/01/2026

Back in July 2021, Victoria introduced a new environmental protection framework, amending the Environment Protection Act.

Under this new framework, there have been a number of important changes to the contamination management and liability provisions.

It’s important for both landowners and land occupiers to familiarise themselves with their obligations related to contaminated land.
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Buying your new home or investment property “off the plan” is a common choice.But we 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱 you familiarise yo...
12/01/2026

Buying your new home or investment property “off the plan” is a common choice.

But we 𝗵𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝘆 𝗿𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗲𝗻𝗱 you familiarise yourself with the 𝗿𝗶𝘀𝗸𝘀 associated with off the plan purchases:

☛ What happens if property prices fall?
☛ Stamp duty concessions are not available for all purchases.
☛ Investigate if a sunset clause might adversely affect you.

Being fully informed should be your first form of protection.
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If you’ve bought a property in the past, you may be familiar with Section 32 disclosure statements. This is where a vend...
06/01/2026

If you’ve bought a property in the past, you may be familiar with Section 32 disclosure statements. This is where a vendor (the person selling a property) must provide you with information such as council rates, easements and planning schemes.

But these aren’t the only facts they must disclose.

The law also requires the vendor to disclose any ‘material facts’ relevant to the property.
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Thornbury, VIC
3071

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