Brian Thornton
About Brian
Brian is the Principal Solicitor of Cragg Braye & Thornton and in 2024 will celebrate 40 years experience as a legal practitioner. Brian is also a Notary Public. Before Cragg Braye & Thornton, Brian began his legal career as a clerk for Reed, Hannigan & Turner before being admitted to the Supreme Court in 1984.
What he does
Brian primarily practices in the areas of Conveyancing, Family Law, Criminal Law, Litigation and Commercial Law. Brian acts for a variety of clients including individuals, small and large business owners, trustees and companies.
Brian represents clients in family law disputes including divorce, property settlements and matters involving children. He regularly appears in the Federal Court and Family Court for family matters.
Brian also has vast experience in the civil and criminal Courts and Tribunals. He has experience across all disputes ranging from crime, employment, debt recovery, negligence, insurance, personal injury, disputed estates, tenancy and property.
When he’s not at Cragg Braye & Thornton
Brian is a licensed pilot and has performed numerous missions for a charity over the years. When he isn’t up in the air, this foodie can be spotted at one of the Hunter’s many restaurants and vineyards.
Qualifications
- Diploma in Law – Solicitor’s Admission Board Sydney, 1984
- Admittance to Supreme Court of NSW 1984
- Admittance to High Court of Australia 1985
- Entrance to the Family Law Section – Law Council of Australia, 1986
- Membership – Australian Institute of Family Court Arbitrators & Mediators, 1992
- Graduate Diploma in Taxation Studies – University of New South Wales, 1997
- Fellow – Taxation Institute of Australia, 1997
- Admittance to Supreme Court of QLD 2004
- Notary Public Certification – Legal Profession Admission Board, 2005
- Certificate IV in Property Services – TAFE NSW, 2006
- Real Estate License – NSW Department of Fair Trading, 2006
- Graduate Diploma in Business Administration – University of Newcastle, 2010
- Master in Business Administration – University of Newcastle, 2012
- Certificate IV in Financial Services (Mortgage Broking) – National Finance Institute, 2015
- Diploma in Financial Studies (Mortgage Broking) – National Finance Institute, 2016
- WIRO approved legal practitioner – WorkCover Independent Review Office, 2016
