David Morrison

Associate Professor David Morrison is an accomplished academic at the TC Beirne School of Law, University of Queensland, specializing in revenue law, corporate and insolvency law, and economic analysis. With a diverse educational background including BCom, LLB, MFM, LLM, GCEd and PhD (Qld), as well as professional qualifications as a Barrister-at-law, Chartered Accountant (CA), Fellow of the Financial Services Institute of Australia (FFin), and Chartered Tax Advisor of The Taxation Institute (CTA), he brings a unique interdisciplinary perspective to his research.

His research interests span across multiple critical areas of law and finance:

• Revenue Law and Taxation
• Corporate and Insolvency Law
• Bankruptcy Law
• Finance Law and Financial Literacy
• Economic Analysis of Legal Frameworks

Professor Morrison's extensive publication record demonstrates his deep engagement with contemporary legal issues. His recent work shows a particular focus on insolvency proceedings, corporate rescue mechanisms, trust law, and the intersection of tax law with insolvency. His research often addresses practical implications for creditors, debtors, and the broader financial system, with increasing attention to cross-border insolvency issues and international comparisons.

Among his notable achievements are:

• Recipient of three ARC research grants
• UQ Vice-Chancellors Research Excellence award
• Holding over 20 research grants throughout his career
• Authoring/co-authoring 13 books including "Voluntary Administration Thomson service"

Professor Morrison has been actively involved in policy discussions, contributing submissions to government inquiries on topics ranging from wage theft to insolvency law reform. His work bridges academic scholarship with practical legal and policy considerations, making significant contributions to both theoretical understanding and real-world application of insolvency and corporate law principles.

His research demonstrates a consistent focus on the practical implications of legal frameworks for businesses, individuals, and the broader economy, with particular attention to financial literacy and the impact of legal structures on economic outcomes.