William Chan

Mr. William Chan is a distinguished senior lawyer with over four decades of practice, recognised as the first Chinese international notary public in New South Wales. His extensive practice encompasses civil, commercial, criminal, family, and immigration law. Renowned for his adept handling of complex cross-border commercial contracts and criminal cases involving Australia, Hong Kong, and Mainland China, Mr. Chan offers a wealth of knowledge and experience to his clients. He is proficient in property conveyancing, international notarisation, probate and estate administration, and corporate structuring. His clients benefit from his rigorous professional approach and his deep understanding of both Western and Chinese cultures, ensuring high-quality legal services tailored to individual and corporate needs. Mr. Chan is admitted to practise before the Supreme Court of New South Wales, the High Court of Australia, and the superior courts of England. Additionally, he serves as a barrister in the High Court of Hong Kong and of New Zealand. As an international notary public and an esteemed senior member (FCPA) of CPA Australia, he is fluent in Cantonese, Mandarin, and English, enabling him to effectively manage multilingual, multi-jurisdictional legal matters. Located in the heart of Sydney's Chinatown, his firm remains committed to serving the multicultural community, with a special dedication to the Chinese community. With extensive advocacy experience across all court levels, Mr. Chan has managed numerous civil and criminal trials, appeals, and final-instance matters. He is frequently entrusted by government agencies, professional bodies, and community organisations to handle highly sensitive legal issues. An alumnus of the University of New South Wales, Mr. Chan holds Bachelor’s degrees in Law and Commerce (Honours), as well as Master’s degrees in Commercial Law and Criminal Law. His commitment to the legal profession extends to contributing to legal education, offering media commentary, and advising professional training programs organised by the New South Wales Law Society. The recipient of the NSW Premier’s Community Service Award, Mr. Chan exemplifies professionalism, integrity, and dedication, serving the community through his role as a legal advisor to various professional and cultural organisations.