Michael Paterson & Associates is a law firm with a focus on the delivery of commercial law services to assist small and medium sized businesses in Perth.
In line with the education and passion of our principal, Michael Paterson, the firm places high importance on technology law and maintaining a staff of legal professionals who are all proficient with the use of technology. Here, every member of staff is a key member. We recruit our people based on their individual areas of skill and specialisation combined with a proven emphasis on computer skills.
Michael Paterson, Principal
As well as being a solicitor, Michael Paterson is also a software developer and is actively involved in both the legal and computer industries. He has dual qualifications in both disciplines: Bachelor of Science (Computer Science) Bachelor of Laws (Hons.) from A.N.U. (1982-1986).
With his knowledge and practical experience in the computer industry, Michael has developed a niche practice area in computer, technology, and intellectual property law. In addition, he regularly presents seminars on computer-related legal issues to various industry and professional bodies and gives guest lectures at Curtin University and Edith Cowan University.
Michael predominantly works in the following practice areas:
- Notarial Work
- Wills, Estate Planning, and Discretionary Testamentary Trusts
- Deceased Estate Dispute
- Information-technology and intellectual-property-related documents, advice, and disputes
- Mediated dispute resolution
- Business agreements, advice, and disputes
- Building and construction matters, advice, and disputes
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Robin Galpin, Senior Solicitor
Robin received an Honours Bachelor of Law degree from the University of Liverpool in 1982. After serving his articles, he was admitted as a solicitor in England and Wales in 1985. He worked in general practice and was a partner in a small firm in Newcastle before migrating to Australia.
Robin started working for Michael Paterson & Associates in July 2001 as a clerk pending completion of university studies to allow him to seek admission as a solicitor and barrister in Western Australia. Robin was admitted as a lawyer in Western Australia in December 2002.
Robin predominantly works in the following practice areas:
Robin Galpin, Senior Solicitor- Notarial Work
- Wills, Estate Planning, and Discretionary Testamentary Trusts
- Partnership, Shareholder & Unit Holder Agreements
- Terms of Trade
- Commercial Lease – leases, agreements to lease, assignments, extensions, and variationsBuy/Sell Contracts – business, plant, equipment, other assets
- Probate, Letters of Administration, and Winding Up Estates
- Enduring Powers of Attorney and/or Guardianship
- Trust Deeds/Variations
- Information-technology and intellectual-property-related documents, advice, and applications
Ting-Chung (Danny) Wu, Solicitor
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Crispina Martin, Office Manager
Cris joined the firm in May 2003 and takes care of all our accounting, record keeping functions and the running of the office. Cris has over four years experience in accounting, payroll and office administration before even starting at MPA.
Her positive outlook reflects brightly in her professional conduct. Cris has a great reputation for open, straightforward honesty and an impeccable work ethic.
Cris loves playing badminton and going for a walk with her toy poodle “Bella”.
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Crispina Martin, Office ManagerOliver Galpin, Receptionist
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