Demian Walton

Demian Walton is the Director of Velocity Legal, bringing over two decades of expertise in commercial litigation and insolvency. As a seasoned litigator, Demian thrives in high-stakes disputes, skilfully guiding company directors through insolvency challenges. His nuanced understanding of this area is enhanced by extensive experience representing both liquidators and bankruptcy trustees. Demian frequently collaborates with clients' financial and accounting advisors, crafting strategic structures to sustain business operations and safeguard family assets during financial adversity. Throughout his illustrious career, Demian has achieved significant victories, such as successfully appealing to the Full Court of the Federal Court of Australia on behalf of a creditor. He has facilitated the acquisition of a bankrupt ASX-listed company’s labour hire division for a national training and employment provider and defended investors against major bank loan recoveries in class action contexts. In complex litigation, Demian has represented a lead objector in a forestry investment class action, leading to a substantial settlement against a financial advisor. His work includes triumphs in defending accounting firms against international tax negligence claims and securing cost recovery from insurers. Previously a partner at Rigby Cooke Lawyers and B2B Lawyers, Demian honed his skills in commercial litigation, asset protection, and insolvency. He holds a Bachelor of Laws with Honours and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Melbourne, and has built a formidable reputation for his strategic acumen and client-focused resolutions in the legal arena.