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Anthony Short is a Director at Blackwell Short, bringing a wealth of experience to his role with over 16 years in regional legal practice. Prior to his legal career, Anthony worked for 14 years as a Chartered Accountant, including four years as a partner at a regional firm in Orange. His background provided extensive experience advising small to medium enterprises on taxation, business structuring, asset protection, and estate planning. His legal practice focuses on Commercial Law, Business Conveyancing, Property Conveyancing, and Taxation. Anthony is committed to delivering practical advice that supports business growth and effective property transactions within regional communities. Anthony has also shared his expertise in taxation and corporate law as a lecturer at Charles Sturt University’s Orange campus, underscoring his dedication to the profession and education. He holds a Bachelor of Applied Science (Computing) and a Bachelor of Business (Accounting) from Charles Sturt University, a Bachelor of Laws with Honours from Macquarie University, a Master of Laws in Business and Property from The College of Law, and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the Australian National University. Anthony maintains his status as a Chartered Accountant. Beyond his professional commitments, Anthony has contributed over a decade of voluntary service to local and national aged care providers and was a member of Rotary Day Break Orange for three years, reflecting his strong connection to the community.
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Principal Solicitor
Blackwell Short Lawyers
Jun 2004 - Present • 22 years 5 months
Solicitor
Baldock Stacy and Niven
Jun 2004 - Jun 2006 • 2 years
Chartered Accountant
Todd and Niven
Dec 1990 - Jun 2004 • 13 years 6 months

Bachelor's Degree, Business/Commerce, General
Charles Sturt University

Bachelor's Degree, Applied Science (I T)
Charles Sturt University
Professional Year
Institute of Chartered Accountants

Bachelor's Degree, Law (Hons)
Macquarie University

Legal Professions and Studies
The Australian National University

Art History
University of Adelaide
Last checked: 14 May 2026 • Checked with The Law Society of NSW