Paul was admitted as a Solicitor to the Supreme Court of NSW and the High Court of Australia in 2004.  Paul holds a Bachelor of Law and a Bachelor of Arts from Western Sydney University and was previously a member of the NSW Police Force for over 19 years.

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Paul is an accredited Independent Children’s Lawyer and a registered Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner.  Paul is a qualified Mediator and able to issue Section 60I Certificate.

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Whilst Pauls caseload is predominantly based on complex family law matters, including appearing in the High Court of Australia, Paul also provides advice on separation, divorce and children’s matters.

 

Further, Paul has a vast knowledge of criminal law having previously worked as a detective for the NSW Police Force. Paul has an active role in his local community taking part in numerous community programmes and actives including domestic violence forums and committees, Naidoc & Multicultural activities and on a personal note is a consultant to the Parramatta NRL on Junior Rugby League and Catholic Convents Competitions and is a life member of Parramatta Junior Rugby League. 

 

Paul has presented seminars on various topics relating to family law to private institutions, the community and government groups.

 

Paul is the Principal solicitor of Walkden Law & Mediation along with his wife Susan Walkden.

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