Jim Parke

Jim Parke is an accomplished barrister and solicitor, qualified to practise across Australia and New Zealand, and holds the designation of Certified Practising Accountant. With over 30 years of experience in law, he has been the Managing Director of Parke Lawyers since its establishment in 1994. Jim's educational background is extensive, including a Bachelor of Laws, a Master of Laws from QUT, a Master of Jurisprudence from Bond University, a Master of Science from Oxford, along with graduate diplomas in corporate governance and management. His expertise is recognised in wills and estates litigation, and he holds accreditation in commercial law from the Law Institute of Victoria. Jim is a noted member of several professional organisations, including the Law Institute of Victoria, the New York State Bar Association, and CPA Australia. He is also a fellow of multiple institutes such as the Australian Institute of Company Directors and the Governance Institute of Australia. His contributions extend past the legal sphere, having served on the Adult Parole Board of Victoria and the City of Boroondara Council, where he has held the position of Mayor on two occasions. Under Jim's leadership, Parke Lawyers has been acknowledged by Doyle's Guide for its exceptional work in wills, estates, and succession planning, and commercial law. The firm takes pride in quality management standards, being certified to ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001. His role with Australian Workplace Strategies complements this, as he provides governance and risk management advice to a diverse range of clients, including public companies and government bodies. Jim's commitment to integrating technology with legal services is demonstrated through his role at conveyancing.com Pty Ltd, focusing on providing efficient and client-friendly online conveyancing solutions. Beyond his professional roles, Jim is community-minded, having served as the first Australian President of Crime Stoppers International. His passion for education is evident from his past experience as a lecturer in law and his ongoing involvement in professional development programs.