Charles Ah Lan
Senior Associate
- Phone:1300 363 314
Mobile:0488 398 386
Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Laws (University of Melbourne)
- Bachelor of Commerce (University of Melbourne)
- Graduate Diploma in Practical Legal Training (Leo Cussen)
- Graduate Diploma in Corporate Governance (ICSA (UK) and CSA)

Introduction
Charles brings a versatile and deeply rigorous approach to his practice, having managed his own law practice for 14 years, growing it into a multi-national organisation with offices in 7 countries globally. He also has experience in a range of other legal firms of different sizes, as well as having been an in-house Counsel and Chartered Secretary Consultant for a Software House. At Danaher, his focus is on offering customised service and commercially viable solutions by drawing on his analytical skills and sound systematic thinking.
Legal areas of expertise
- Commercial
- Business
- Franchising
- Corporate/Corporate Secretarial
- Leasing
- Litigation – Commercial & Civil
- Computer & IT
- Intellectual Property
- Property
- Guarantee Advice
- Taxation – FIRB
- Bankruptcy & Insolvency
- Trusts
- Employment
- Building & Construction
- Dispute Resolution
- Negotiation
- Advocacy
- Estate Planning – Wills & Power of Attorneys
Key industries
- Small & Medium Business
- Franchising – Franchisors & Franchisees
- Trusts
- Property Developers
- Builders
- Contractors & Sub-Contractors
- Semi Government
- Not For Profit
- Accountants
- Financial Planners
- Mortgage Brokers
- Food & Alimentation
- Transport
- Hotels & Accommodation
Recognition
Formerly sought out by overseas media in various jurisdictions for commentary on legal aspects on immigration to Australia.
Article on LinkedIn on Estate Planning – Wills and Powers of Attorney
Extra work/interests
Charles is a member of the Law Institute of Victoria (LIV, the Australian Corporate Lawyers Association (ACLA), Asian Property Developers of Victoria, Rotary International (Manningham), Business Network International (BNI), French Chambers of Commerce International (FACCI) of Australia, and Scouts Australia. He has previously done pro bono work for Fitzroy Legal Service and Consumer Credit Legal Service.