Athol principally practices in commercial law, public law, occupational discipline and general civil litigation. He provides practical, outcome-focused advice and representation.
Athol has represented and advised commercial clients, not-for-profit organisations, Commonwealth Government entities and individuals in proceedings including Federal Court, ACT Supreme Court, ACT Magistrates Court, ACAT and coronial inquest proceedings.
Athol was recognised as a recommended ACT Commercial Litigation & Dispute Resolution Barrister in 2023 Doyle’s Guide.
Called to the Bar
2017
Masters of Laws (Government and Commercial), Australian National University
2005
Admitted as a legal practitioner
1999
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Australian National University
1999
Bachelor of Laws, Australian National University
1998
Bachelor of Arts, Australian National University
1996
Phone
02 6181 2091
Practice areas
Building and construction
Commercial law
Commercial leasing
Common law / Personal injury
Contracts
Corporations
Government
Insolvency and bankruptcy
Professional negligence
Property disputes
Public / Administrative law
Sports Law