Paul Mackenroth serves as the Managing Director, bringing a wealth of experience in the legal profession, particularly in business and commercial law, succession law, and taxation. His career began with the Queensland Police Service, where he developed strong investigative and communication skills as a Detective. Transitioning into law, Paul was admitted as a Solicitor in 2013 and joined Cleary Hoare Solicitors. His progression through roles from Solicitor to Principal Solicitor allowed him to hone his expertise in business restructures, taxation advice, estate planning, and asset protection. Paul's leadership capabilities were further exemplified when he became the Legal Practice Director at Crest Lawyers. He continues to excel in providing strategic legal solutions tailored to the needs of his clients. Additionally, Paul holds a non-executive director position at Branches Lifestyle Support, contributing to the community by supporting people with disabilities. His educational achievements include a Bachelor of Laws (Hons) and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Queensland University of Technology, complemented by advanced investigative training with the Queensland Police Service. Paul’s unique combination of legal acumen and investigative experience positions him as an invaluable resource for clients seeking comprehensive and insightful legal counsel.
Legal Practice Director
Crest Lawyers
Apr 2022 - Present • 4 years 7 months
Principal Solicitor
Cleary Hoare Solicitors
Jul 2020 - Apr 2022 • 1 year 9 months
Referee Coach
National Basketball League (NBL)
Oct 2018 - Feb 2022 • 3 years 4 months
Member of the Management Committee
Ipswich Basketball Association
Mar 2018 - Apr 2019 • 1 year 1 month
Senior Associate
Cleary Hoare Solicitors
Jul 2017 - Jul 2020 • 3 years
Associate
Cleary Hoare Solicitors
Dec 2015 - Jul 2017 • 1 year 7 months
Director
Branches Lifestyle Support
Jul 2015 - Present • 11 years 4 months
Senior Solicitor
Cleary Hoare Solicitors
May 2015 - Dec 2015 • 7 months
Solicitor
Cleary Hoare Solicitors
Jan 2014 - May 2015 • 1 year 4 months
Law Clerk
Cleary Hoare Solicitors
Nov 2013 - Jan 2014 • 2 months
Law Clerk
Cleary Hoare Solicitors
Jul 2012 - Oct 2012 • 3 months
Police Detective
Queensland Police Service
Jun 2000 - Nov 2013 • 13 years 5 months
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Queensland University of Technology
2013
Bachelor of Laws (Hons) (LLB), Law
Queensland University of Technology
2006 - 2012
Advanced Diploma of Investigative Practices
Queensland Police Service
2005 - 2007
Diploma of Public Safety
Queensland Police Service
2001 - 2004
Diploma of Information Technology, Computer Science
Moreton Institute of Tafe
1997 - 1998
Villanova College
1989 - 1996
Last checked: 1 Feb 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society
