Joshua Michaels

Bachelor of Laws
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice

Joined Chambers

2026

Signed the Bar Roll

Presently a reader

Areas of Practice

Administrative Appellate Bankruptcy and Corporate Insolvency Building, Construction and Engineering Commercial Common Law Company Law Contract, Professional Negligence and Discipline Defamation Employment Law Insurance Media and Entertainment Property Law Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Wills, Estates, Family Provision

Josh was called to the independent bar in 2026 after having practised exclusively as a litigator for 15 years with a focus on complex disputes.  For the last four years of his time as a solicitor, Josh was the Managing Director of a boutique commercial law firm in Adelaide. 

Appearing regularly in all South Australian jurisdictions and the Federal Court of Australia, Josh is focussed on providing practical advice and a safe pair of hands in advocating for the rights of those before the Courts.

Josh is currently accepting briefs in the practice areas listed.

Memberships

  • Member, Civil Litigation Committee, Law Society of South Australia
  • Law Society of South Australia
  • South Australian Bar Association
  • Vice-President, Law Society of South Australia (2026)
  • Council Member, Law Society of South Australia
  • Chair, Commercial Law Committee, Law Society of South Australia