Dan Decleva
Special CounselAbout Dan
Dan has spent his career advising clients on how to defend and address workers’ compensation claims and Court cases particularly under Victorian law. He has also developed an expertise in defending public liability Court proceedings and acting on behalf of the NDIA in ART proceedings. Dan also has a passion for pro bono work, regularly representing clients at the Mental Health Legal Centre.
What he does
Dan takes a common-sense approach to representing all clients in defending legal proceedings and advising them on how to achieve optimal outcomes.
Who he works with
Dan provides legal advice to self-insured employers, insurers, public liability clients and NDIA. We work with an expert team at Sparke Helmore spanning Victorian and Commonwealth jurisdictions.
What his clients say
"Sparke Helmore Lawyers have been our preferred legal provider for 17 years and continue to impress us with their understanding of our business requirements and their efficient and professional manner in which they conduct themselves. Dan Decleva is a great example of why we continue to maintain a close working relationship with the firm." Megan Weston, National Workers Compensation & Rehabilitation Manager, Brambles Limited
Qualifications
Dan has a Bachelor of Law degree and a Bachelor of Economics degree from Monash University.
Life before Sparkes
Before joining Sparke Helmore, Dan previously held senior positions in other law firms.
Life outside of Sparkes
Dan loves spending time with his wife, his three adult children, family and friends. He and his wife enjoy day trips and weekends away exploring Victoria and beyond. He tries to sneak in a little physical exercise, including riding his mountain bike.