Barristers – Schools

Reece Morrison is a barrister with a broad commercial and public law practice, bringing specialised expertise to commercial litigation, charities, and the not-for-profit sector. Since coming to the Bar, his practice has centred on complex commercial disputes, corporate insolvency, administrative law, and equity and trusts. Alongside his core litigation practice, Reece is sought after to conduct sensitive, independent investigations for private entities.

A cornerstone of Reece’s practice is his deep understanding of charities, religious institutions, and non-state schools. Prior to being called to the Bar, a significant part of his work as a solicitor involved establishing charities and not-for-profits, as well as advising existing charities and not-for-profits on structuring, corporations law, governance requirements, taxation (both state and federal), discrimination laws and employment related matters. It also included responding to historical abuse claims (both common law and National Redress Scheme) and giving advice relating to trusts and use of trust assets. Drawing on this background, Reece is able to provide strategic counsel on institutional structuring, governance frameworks, and regulatory compliance. He is experienced in navigating complex institutional risks, including advising on the administration of trust assets and managing responses to historical abuse claims under both common law and the National Redress Scheme.

Reece possesses a nuanced understanding of the education sector, particularly non-state schools in Queensland. He frequently conducts independent investigations into serious allegations for private schools and brings practical, board-level governance perspective to his legal advice through his ongoing role as a director of a large private school. His commercial and regulatory acumen is further informed by his prior experience in a specialist employment tax team at a Big Four accounting firm, equipping him to navigate financial complexities in both corporate and not-for-profit contexts.

Reece is known for his approachable demeanour and his commitment to delivering advice that is comprehensive, practical, and accessible. He ensures that clients from all walks of life are fully equipped to make informed, strategic decisions.

Reece holds a Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours) from Griffith University. He is entered in the High Court Register of Practitioners and accepts briefs in the Federal jurisdiction.

Outside of chambers, Reece enjoys building and playing guitars and amplifiers, as well as recreational mountain biking and motorbike riding.