A long-term Novocastrian, Patrick stayed local and attended the University of Newcastle between 2017 and 2022. During this time, he completed a Bachelor of Commerce (Finance), a Bachelor of Laws (First Class Honours) and a Diploma of Legal Practice.
Midway through his studies, Patrick also strengthened his expertise in financial matters, working as a financial adviser at a leading Newcastle firm and completing a Graduate Diploma of Financial Planning whilst doing so.
Patrick joined Turnbull Hill Lawyers in 2022 to start his legal career, applying the skills and experience he’s built over time whilst ensuring his education and skillset never ceases developing. In 2023, Patrick was admitted to the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia.
Patrick practices within the Wills and Estates and Family Law teams.
Patrick is currently finalising a Master of Laws (Applied Law) through the College of Law, majoring in Family Law and Wills & Estates.
He assists clients with property and parenting matters, as well as divorce matters. Patrick routinely drafts estate planning documents, simple or complex. He can also advise upon estate-planning and estate matters, both before and after a person passes away. He has particular expertise with matters involving complex financial structures, such as trusts, self-managed superannuation funds and corporations.