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James Paton
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James Paton

James Paton

Director Paton Hooke Lawyers

location
Taree, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 655..

About James

James Paton is a Director with more than 45 years of legal experience, having graduated from the University of New South Wales. Based in Taree, James is recognised for his practical approach and dedication to client service. He offers clear and well-informed advice across a diverse range of legal matters, helping clients to understand their options and make confident decisions. His extensive background allows him to navigate complex issues with clarity and assurance, ensuring clients receive effective guidance. Throughout his career, James has dealt with matters involving workers compensation, property law, personal injury, family law, alternative dispute resolution, estate planning and administration, litigation, employment law, conveyancing, and immigration law. This broad range of experience equips him to support clients through various legal challenges with professionalism and care.

Practice Areas

Commercial Law
Employment Law
Estate Planning
Family Law
Litigation & Disputes
Personal Injury
Property Law

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Resume

Experience

Managing Partner
Managing Partner
Paton Hooke Lawyers Pty Ltd
Dec 1994 - Present · 31 years 9 months

Education

Bachelor's Degree, Commerce Law
Bachelor's Degree, Commerce Law
UNSW
1972 - 1978

Contact Information

Taree, NSW

Location25 Albert Street, Taree, NSW
Click to Reveal Phone Number(02) 655..
WebsiteView Website

Practice Certificate

Name
James David Paton
Date of Admission
2022
Certification type
Corporate Legal Practitioner
Class
Corporate
Region
CITY OF SYDNEY
CheckLast checked: 14 May 2026•
Checked with the The Law Society of NSW

Practice Categories

Commercial Law
    Employment Law
      Estate Planning
        Family Law
          Litigation & Disputes
            Personal Injury
              Property Law