Christopher Emmett

Christopher Emmett is a distinguished lawyer with over a decade of experience encompassing various aspects of law, notably in litigation, succession, and property. As the principal solicitor of his own practice, Christopher holds an unrestricted practising certificate. His legal journey began with academic qualifications from the Legal Profession Admission Board, leading to his admission to the Supreme Court of NSW in 2016 and entry into the Register of Practitioners of the High Court of Australia. Christopher's career was first rooted in property consultancy and commercial real estate, nurturing his initial expertise at one of Australia's leading real estate firms. This set the foundation for his transition into the legal field, where he undertook clerkship with a mid-tier litigation firm in Sydney, gaining invaluable practical insights into the intricacies of legal practice. Post-admission, he enriched his experience serving briefly as a judge's associate in the Federal Court of Australia with Hon Justice Steven Rares, further deepening his litigation acumen. Returning to private practice as a Senior Solicitor, Christopher was pivotal in managing litigation and property matters, skillfully applying his comprehensive knowledge and prior consultancy experience. In 2020, he completed a Practice Management Course at the University of New South Wales, equipping him to establish Christopher Emmett Legal, where he melds his legal expertise with independent practice. At Christopher Emmett Legal, his practice is ethically driven with a keen focus on succession, litigation, property law including conveyancing, contracts, industrial law, bankruptcy, family law, and mediation. Christopher's tenure includes leadership roles at Matthews Dalton Lawyers, managing litigation and commercial transactions, to his impactful service in roles at the Federal Court of Australia and Garland Hawthorn Brahe. His efforts in preparing legal documents, conducting court appearances, and managing a national litigation portfolio underscore his expansive legal skillset and commitment to high standards of practice.