Business Details
Your Trusted Barristers' Clerks in Melbourne
Established in 1860, Dever's List is a distinguished provider of barristers' clerk services in Melbourne, Australia. Our team of experienced clerks specialises in connecting legal professionals and clients with highly qualified advocates across diverse practice areas, including Commercial Law, Public Law, Criminal Law, and Family Law. With a commitment to meritocracy and suitability, we offer trusted recommendations based on availability, expertise, and cost-effectiveness.Our clerks manage administrative tasks such as diary coordination, account processing, and client communication, ensuring seamless access to legal representation. Backed by over 160 years of experience, we prioritise collaboration, transparency, and ethical service delivery. Our team of 17 staff members ensures efficient support for both barristers and clients, maintaining a legacy of excellence in legal advocacy.
Services
Commercial Law
Public Law
Criminal Law
Family Law
Arbitration
Mediation
Sports Law
Employment Law
Insurance Law
Taxation Law
Highlights and features
- We provide merit-based recommendations for barristers with expertise in specific legal fields.
- Our team offers 24/7 availability for urgent legal representation needs.
- We manage administrative tasks like diary coordination and account processing.
- Our clerks have over 160 years of combined experience in legal advocacy.
- We prioritise collaboration between barristers, solicitors, and clients.
What people say
Trusted recommendations
24/7 availability
Efficient service
Expert advocates
Collaborative approach
Services
Commercial Law
Our Commercial Law advocates specialise in resolving disputes related to contracts, corporate governance, and commercial transactions. With expertise in regulatory compliance and dispute resolution, we represent businesses and individuals in complex legal matters. Our team ensures strategic advocacy tailored to clients' commercial interests.
Public Law
Public Law services cover constitutional issues, administrative law, and government-related disputes. Our advocates have deep experience in judicial review, regulatory challenges, and statutory interpretation, providing authoritative representation in high-stakes public sector cases.
Criminal Law
Our Criminal Law specialists handle serious indictable offences, appeals, and regulatory prosecutions. With a focus on forensic precision and procedural fairness, we deliver robust defence strategies for individuals and organisations facing criminal charges or investigations.
Family Law
Family Law services include complex matters involving property settlements, parenting arrangements, and spousal maintenance. Our advocates combine legal expertise with sensitivity to resolve disputes through litigation or alternative dispute resolution methods.
Arbitration
Arbitration services provide efficient, binding resolutions for commercial and legal disputes. Our accredited arbitrators apply rigorous procedural fairness while maintaining cost-effectiveness and confidentiality for parties seeking alternatives to court proceedings.
People
John Dever
Barrister's Clerk
John Dever has over 30 years of experience managing barristers' diaries and client relationships. He specialises in matching legal professionals with advocates suited to complex commercial and public law matters.
Phil Dever
Barrister's Clerk
Phil Dever focuses on criminal law and family law advocacy coordination. With 25+ years in the field, he ensures timely access to expert barristers while maintaining strict adherence to procedural standards.
Michael Dever
Barrister's Clerk
Michael Dever specialises in sports law and insurance law matters. He manages administrative operations for 17 staff members, ensuring seamless support for barristers and clients across Victoria.
Questions
What areas of law do you specialise in?
We cover Commercial Law, Public Law, Criminal Law, Family Law, Arbitration, Mediation, and Sports Law.
Are your services available 24/7?
Yes, our clerks provide 24/7 availability for urgent legal representation needs.
How are barristers selected for cases?
Recommendations are based on meritocracy, suitability, availability, and cost-effectiveness tailored to your case.
Do you serve clients outside Melbourne?
While based in Melbourne, we facilitate access to barristers statewide and nationally through our network.
