Chiara Whelan

Chiara’s blend of academic excellence and hands-on experience makes her a valued asset to clients navigating complex commercial matters.

Chiara is a Lawyer in Madgwicks’ Corporate and Commercial team, bringing a proactive and commercially minded approach to every matter she handles. Since her admission to practice in early 2024, she has worked across a broad range of corporate, commercial and tax matters, developing strong foundations in business advisory and transactional work.

Chiara has gained valuable experience working closely with small to medium-sized enterprises and business owners, giving her a practical understanding of her clients’ objectives and the challenges they face. Her hands-on experience and strategic mindset enable her to deliver thoughtful, tailored advice that aligns with commercial outcomes.

Chiara has a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) from La Trobe University (2022).

Focus Areas

  • Corporate structuring
  • Corporate/tax restructuring
  • General commercial contracting
  • Land tax, duty objections and advice
  • Mergers and acquisitions

Notable Matters

  • Acting for a taxpayer in Supreme Court and Court of Appeal proceedings (for land tax dispute).
  • Experience acting for both purchasers and vendors in sales and acquisitions of small to medium sized businesses.
  • Objecting to land tax assessments and providing advice in relation to the availability of land tax exemptions.
  • Acting for SMEs in corporate restructures (involving providing advice and drafting contracts).
  • Providing CGT advice, particularly in relation to small business concessions.