Solicitor at Expatriate Law

David Truex

Solicitor - Consultant Solicitor

SRA ID: 146206

David Truex is an expert in complex family law cross-border litigation, often involving disputes over jurisdiction and forum shopping. He fights to secure the best jurisdiction and result for his client. Most of his litigation is conducted in the London family courts, although he is frequently instructed to advise other lawyers in England, Australia and elsewhere. He has been involved, either as the solicitor for one of the parties or as an independent expert witness, in several of the most significant reported cases defining the limits of English family law jurisdiction. Dual-qualified in England & Wales and in Australia, David has practised family law in both jurisdictions for many years. He is accredited as a specialist family lawyer by Resolution, the solicitors' family law association of England & Wales. He has published many peer-reviewed articles in the UK and Australia and has presented papers at family law conferences in Australia, England, USA, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland and Italy. A summary of his work can be found at www.internationalfamilylaw.com. Originally based in Melbourne, he has practised in London since 1989. With Expatriate Law he divides his time working between London and Australia .

2 Eaton Gate, Belgravia, London, SW1W 9BJ

Licensed for 33 years

Practice Areas

Family Law

5.0/5 6 Client Reviews 6
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6 Client Reviews

5.0/5

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Beatrice Ermolin

5

Beatrice Ermolin assisted David Truex during my complex, two year financial settlement battle. She was extremely professional, thorough and went out of her way to keep me informed of all developments in the case. Beatrice reassured me at times when I needed it and I know she has a very successful career ahead of her. Thank you so much Beatrice.

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International Financial Settlement

5

David has worked tirelessly for two years on my very complex and drawn out divorce and subsequent financial settlement battle. The successful outcome could never have been reached without David's vast knowledge of UK family law and his morale boosting support as I faltered. Thank you David for everything!

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Excellent and realistic advice

5

Was provided with very sensible, comprehensive and very realistic legal advice from Mr David Truex of Expatriate Law regarding a Child Support Agency historical debt (20 years old!). My circumstances required legal knowledge in both UK and Australian jurisdictions and Mr Truex’s experience and knowledge covered all options for my situation. Highly recommended and very professional dealings.

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Peter

5

I have been a client of David Truex for over fifteen years - actually, the last time we engaged before our matter this last week was fifteen years ago!! On both occasions, I have appreciated David's quick grasp of my core issues/concerns and the clarity of his speedy advice. As an Australian seeking advice about UK law, I have always appreciate another feature of working with David: he has a sense of humor - something that we all need sometimes "in these situations".

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George

5

Mr Truex

was a great help with the advice given and enabled clients to make decisions. Cant be thanked enough for his time
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George

5

Mr Truex

was a great help with the advice given and enabled clients to make decisions. Cant be thanked enough for his time
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About David Truex

David Truex is an expert in complex family law cross-border litigation, often involving disputes over jurisdiction and forum shopping. He fights to secure the best jurisdiction and result for his client. Most of his litigation is conducted in the London family courts, although he is frequently instructed to advise other lawyers in England, Australia and elsewhere. He has been involved, either as the solicitor for one of the parties or as an independent expert witness, in several of the most significant reported cases defining the limits of English family law jurisdiction. Dual-qualified in England & Wales and in Australia, David has practised family law in both jurisdictions for many years. He is accredited as a specialist family lawyer by Resolution, the solicitors' family law association of England & Wales. He has published many peer-reviewed articles in the UK and Australia and has presented papers at family law conferences in Australia, England, USA, Ireland, Germany, Switzerland and Italy. A summary of his work can be found at www.internationalfamilylaw.com. Originally based in Melbourne, he has practised in London since 1989. With Expatriate Law he divides his time working between London and Australia .

Languages Spoken: English, French, German

Contact David Truex

Address

Expatriate Law

2 Eaton Gate

Belgravia

London

SW1W 9BJ



Phone +44 (0) 20 7 846 5473 and +44(0) 7900 823 650

Website

Legal cases

CASE NAME

OUTCOME

Publications

Publication name

Title

Date

Various

See www.internationalfamilylaw.com

from c. 1982 to present

Education

School Name

Major

Degree

Graduated

University of Melbourne

Law

LL.B

1973

Monash University

Law

Graduate Diploma in Family Law

1982

Speaking Engagements

Conference Name

Title

Date

Resume

LICENSE

Country

Status

Acquired

Updated

United Kingdom (England & Wales)

Currently Registered

02/07/1990

31/10/23

Australia (Victoria and New South Wales)

Currently Registered

01/04/1974

31/10/23

We found no instances of professional misconduct for this solicitor

AWARDS

Name

Grantor

Date granted

Accredited Specialist Family Lawyer

Law Institute of Victoria (Australia)

1987-1989

Accredited Specialist Family Lawyer

Solicitors' Family Law Association (England & Wales)

1989-2010

Accredited Specialist Family Lawyer (renewed)

Resolution (England & Wales)

2016 to present

NMAS Accredited Mediator

National Mediation Board (Australia)

2018

AIFLAM Accredited Family Arbitrator

Australian Institute of Family Law Arbitrators and Mediators (Australia)

2018

WORK EXPERIENCE

Title

Name

Duration

Consultant Solicitor

Expatriate Law

2019-present

Consultant Solicitor

Taylor Hampton

2011-2019

Principal Solicitor

International Family Law Chambers

1999-2010

Principal Solicitor

David Truex and Company

1990-1999

Australian Barrister and Solicitor

Charles Russell

1989-1990

Senior Legal Officer

ALAO/Legal Aid Commission of Victoria

1980-1989

Barrister and Solicitor

Septimus Jones and Lee

1976-1980

Barrister and Solicitor

Clements Hutchins & Co

1974-1975