Jonathan Crabtree
Director | Commercial & Estate Planning Lawyer | Major, Australian Army Reserve
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Jonathan Crabtree
Director
About Jonathan
Jonathan is a seasoned commercial lawyer and Legal Officer (Major) with over 14 years of experience delivering practical solutions to intricate legal challenges. Blending extensive commercial knowledge with military precision, he offers a distinctive approach to legal practice that prioritizes strategic results for his clients.
With a career spanning leading law firms, pro-bono legal work, and service in the Australian Defence Force, Jonathan's methodology is rooted in both technical excellence and pragmatic insights. His background as a business owner and Director of a number of legal practices equips him with a deep understanding of the real-world challenges his clients encounter, enabling him to provide advice that is both legally robust and commercially astute.
Jonathan specialises in commercial contracts, business structuring, estate planning, and resolving commercial disputes. Whether safeguarding business interests, preparing for succession, or managing complex disputes, Jonathan's unique blend of technical proficiency and practical experience ensures his clients receive clear and strategic guidance.
His rich expertise in corporate and military law lends him an exceptional eye for detail and a strong focus on risk management. Combined with his approachable demeanour, Jonathan brings a human touch to even the most complex legal matters.
Credentials
Court Admissions
- •Supreme Court of Western Australia (March 2012)
- •High Court of Australia (March 2012)
Qualifications
- •Bachelor of Laws (UWA)
- •Bachelor of Arts – Communication Studies (UWA)
- •Graduate Diploma of Arts (Alphacrucis College)
- •Graduate Certificate in Military Law (Australian National University)
- •Diploma of Leadership and Management (Defence RTO)
- •Diploma of Government (Defence RTO)
Memberships
- •STEP (Society of Trust and Estate Practitioners) – Affiliate Member
- •Australian SAS Association (ASASA) WA Branch – General Committee Member
Defence Appointments
- •Brigade Legal Officer
- •13th Brigade | Australian Army