Peter Townsend is the Principal of Townsends Business & Corporate Lawyers, where he has pioneered a forward-thinking approach that integrates superannuation services to provide enhanced client offerings. With over forty years of experience in the legal field, Peter is dedicated to cultivating a dynamic firm where legal practice harmonises with superannuation documentation services, delivering comprehensive solutions to clients. Peter's legal career commenced with his Bachelor of Arts in Law from the University of Sydney, completed in 1975. He began his professional journey at Townsend & Edstein Solicitors, dedicating eight years to building a solid legal foundation. His subsequent five-year tenure at Townsend Partners further honed his skills and expanded the firm's capabilities. In 2005, Peter founded Townsends Business & Corporate Lawyers, embodying his vision of an integrated provider of legal and superannuation services. The firm's strategic emphasis on self-managed superannuation ensures that clients receive a full spectrum of services tailored to their specific needs. Through Peter's leadership and innovative thinking, the firm continues to thrive and adapt within Sydney's competitive legal landscape.
Owner
Townsends Business & Corporate Lawyers
Nov 2005 - Present • 21 years
Partner
Townsend Partners
Feb 1990 - May 1995 • 5 years 3 months
Partner
Townsend & Edstein Solicitors
Jan 1982 - Feb 1990 • 8 years 1 month
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
University of Sydney
1970 - 1975
Last checked: 22 Sept 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW
