Christopher Raven serves as the director at Raven & Associates Lawyers, bringing over two decades of experience in commercial and legal roles across prominent organisations such as Coles Myer, BAE Systems Australia, and the Melbourne Racing Club. His extensive background enables him to advise a diverse clientele, from large corporations to smaller enterprises. Christopher's qualifications include a Local Practising Certificate and admission as an Australian Lawyer in the Supreme Court of Victoria in 2009. He holds a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice and a Bachelor of Laws, both from Monash University, alongside a Bachelor of Engineering with First Class Honours in Industrial Engineering & Engineering Management. With a keen commercial focus, Christopher offers high-quality legal advice across various sectors including retail, defence contracting, IT, logistics, hospitality, sporting organisations, hotels, property, real estate, and construction. He has a particular interest and expertise in commercial law, business law, intellectual property law, and real estate and property law. Additionally, Christopher possesses notable experience in the liquor and gaming sectors, having owned and operated a licensed venue and worked with a major industry player in Victoria. Beyond his legal acumen, Christopher is a seasoned business executive who values practical and timely advice. His career includes leadership and advisory roles such as director at Raven & Associates Lawyers since 2015 and previous positions with the Mornington Racecourse Reserve Committee of Management and the Melbourne Racing Club. His earlier roles as a Legal Counsel and commercial analyst demonstrate his comprehensive understanding of both legal and business affairs, further showcasing his ability to deliver strategic insights and guidance.
Director
Raven & Associates Lawyers
Dec 2015 - Present • 10 years 10 months
Committee Member and Secretary
Mornington Racecourse Reserve Committee of Management Inc
Feb 2013 - Dec 2015 • 2 years 10 months
Legal Counsel
Aug 2010 - Dec 2015 • 5 years 4 months
General Manager Business Affairs (temp)
Jun 2010 - Aug 2010 • 2 months
Commercial Analyst
BAE Systems Australia
Jan 2008 - Jan 2010 • 2 years
Analyst
Coles Myer
Jan 2001 - Jan 2008 • 7 years
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Monash University
2008
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
Monash University
2001 - 2005
Bachelor of Engineering (BE) with Honours
Monash University
1999 - 2005
Last checked: 24 Jul 2026 • Checked with Victorian Legal Services Board
