Don Christie

Don Christie, Principal at Astuto Lawyers, brings a wealth of experience acquired over decades in both legal practice and corporate leadership. His career began at Wisewould Schilling, where he honed his skills in general commercial matters. He then transitioned to the National Companies and Securities Commission, specialising in mergers, acquisitions, and administrative law, and further developed his investigative expertise at the Tricontinental Royal Commission. At the Australian Securities Commission, Don advised on takeovers and mergers, deepening his knowledge of administrative law. His journey then led him to Equity Trustees Limited, where he served as Managing Director. During this tenure, he was responsible for commercial and private trusts, wills, estates, and played a pivotal role as a Responsible Entity in funds management. Don's corporate experience extended to serving as Chairman and Director for several publicly listed companies, including Mariner Corporation Limited and India Equities Fund Limited, where he provided leadership in business acquisitions, dispositions, corporate governance, and general management. In 2015, Don acquired the Astuto Practice, focusing on commercial, property, and estate matters. His legal acumen is complemented by his educational background, holding a Master of Tax and an LLM from Monash University, alongside a Graduate Diploma in Share Market from the Securities Institute of Australia. His multifaceted career and leadership roles in both the legal and corporate spheres continue to inform his practice, making him a valuable asset to clients seeking expertise in property sales, commercial transactions, business acquisitions, and capital raising.