Patrick Smith

Principal O'Brien & Smith Lawyers

Horsham, VIC

About Patrick

Patrick Smith is the Principal at O'Brien & Smith Lawyers, bringing a wealth of experience and dedication to his role. Born and raised in Horsham, Patrick pursued his tertiary education in Adelaide, achieving a Bachelor of Laws (Honours), a Bachelor of Economics, and a Bachelor of International Studies from the University of Adelaide. He later completed a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice at The College of Law and further enhanced his expertise with qualifications from Kaplan Professional in Self Managed Super Funds and Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning. Patrick's legal career is marked by his commitment to his community and the law. In 2017, he returned to Horsham to start a family and joined the firm he now leads. His deep connection to the rural community extends beyond law, with a personal history tied to farming. Patrick has a profound understanding of the challenges faced by farmers, drawing from his experience with his family's sheep farm in the Mallee. As President of the Wimmera Law Association since 2019, Patrick plays a pivotal role in local legal developments. His commitment to justice is evident in his volunteer work with Refugee Legal and his directorial role at Allied Justice. Admitted to the High Court of Australia and the Supreme Court of South Australia, Patrick's professional journey is characterised by a passion for legal excellence and community service. When he's not working, Patrick enjoys spending time with his wife and three children and has recently taken up golf following his retirement from football and cricket.

Practice areas

Commercial Law

Resume

Experience

Board Member

Allied Justice - formerly BGCLS

Aug 2025 - Present • 1 year 2 months

Volunteer Lawyer

Refugee Legal

Jun 2022 - Sep 2025 • 3 years 3 months

Principal

O'Brien & Smith Lawyers

Oct 2019 - Present • 7 years

President

Wimmera Law Association

May 2019 - Present • 7 years 5 months

Education

Advanced Diploma of Financial Planning

Kaplan Professional

Bachelor of International Studies

University of Adelaide

Practice Management Course

Law Institute of Victoria

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice

The College of Law Australia

Self Managed Super Funds

Kaplan Professional

Bachelor of Laws (Honours)

University of Adelaide

Bachelor of Economics

University of Adelaide

Contact information

Horsham, VIC

64 McLachlan Street, Horsham, VICWebsite

Practice certificate

Name: Patrick Smith
Specialisations: Civil Litigation, Conveyancing/Real Property, Criminal Law, Family Law, Wills and Estates
Certification type: Principal with Trust
Region: ASCOT VALE VIC 3032

Last checked: 5 Feb 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board

Practice areas

Commercial Law