Daniel Ravenscroft Paterson

Daniel Ravenscroft Paterson is a highly accomplished lawyer, offering comprehensive legal services to a diverse client base, including individuals, families, and businesses. His expertise encompasses intricate estate planning scenarios involving complex wills, testamentary trusts, blended families, and business succession. Daniel's practice extends to advising on family provision claims, inheritance disputes, and estate administration, including probate. With a strong emphasis on wealth protection, he ensures clients receive seamless support across various legal matters, particularly in tax-related issues and commercial transactions. Daniel holds a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Politics, and a Bachelor of Asia-Pacific Studies with First Class Honours from the Australian National University, alongside a Graduate Diploma in Asia-Pacific Studies. His education was further enriched by time spent in China honing his Mandarin skills, followed by completing his Juris Doctor at the Australian National University. Currently, Daniel serves as an Associate Director at Clear Law, where he has been pivotal since joining as a Wealth Lawyer. He continues to contribute to legal education as a casual sessional academic in commercial law at the Australian National University. Additionally, he has a leadership role as a Councillor at the ACT Law Society, exemplifying his dedication to the legal community. Daniel's prior experience includes significant roles at Symons Phillips Lawyers, focusing on wills and estate planning, and at Colquhoun Murphy Lawyers as a Graduate Solicitor. His foundational experiences in law began as a Legal Assistant at Maliganis Edwards Johnson and as a Paralegal at Kibbey Legal/Canberra Costing Consultants. His educational background is complemented by a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law Australia, further solidifying his extensive knowledge and skills in the legal field.