Robert Aitken

Robert Aitken serves as the principal and solicitor director at our law firm, bringing over 25 years of legal expertise to his clients. He earned his Bachelor of Laws in 1991 and has been in private practice since 1992. His extensive experience ensures that clients are in competent hands, benefiting from his profound legal knowledge and pragmatic advice tailored to their unique circumstances. At AW Drink Driving Lawyers, where all practitioners are members of the Queensland Law Society and admitted to practice as solicitors of the Supreme Court of Queensland, Robert leads a team committed to maintaining high standards and delivering proficient legal services. Throughout his career, Robert has been integral in providing comprehensive legal services across various practice areas. Since 2006, he has been at the helm of Aitken Whyte Lawyers, with offices in Brisbane, Maroochydore, and the Gold Coast. The firm caters to both business and personal legal needs, specialising in commercial and civil litigation, insurance disputes, criminal defence, drink and drug driving, and more. His leadership has enabled Aitken Whyte Lawyers to offer full legal services, including managing complex lease disputes, wills and probate matters, and court representations. Robert's prior experience includes roles such as General Counsel and Company Secretary at CUNA Mutual Group, where he managed legal, risk, and compliance responsibilities, and served as a director of a broking entity. He also worked as Corporate Counsel at Aon Risk Services, specialising in insurance litigation and compliance. Earlier in his career, he was part of Michell Sillar Lawyers in Sydney, focusing on litigation, disputes, and alternative dispute resolution, and served as a solicitor associate at Hill & Taylor Lawyers and Macrossans Lawyers in the Greater Brisbane area. Robert's robust educational background complements his professional achievements. He holds a Master of Business Administration from the University of New England, a Master of Laws from the University of Queensland, and a Bachelor of Laws from Queensland University of Technology. His education and extensive experience underscore his capability to provide insightful and strategic legal advice.