Patrick Connelly
Senior Associate
LLB (Hons), GDLP

Patrick is a Senior Associate in our commercial team and has extensive experience in a range of commercial, property and business-related matters, with a particular focus on the hospitality industry and commercial property. He was admitted to practice in 2011 and joined Clelands in 2013 following several years working in commercial and taxation law.
Patrick demonstrates a meticulous approach to his work, offering comprehensive and knowledgeable advice to clients on sales and acquisitions of commercial property and businesses, as well as leasing and major developments.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Laws (Honours), University of Adelaide (2010)
- Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Law Society (2011)
Areas of Practice
Expertise
- Sales and acquisitions of hotels and other commercial properties
- Major residential developments
- Retail leasing
- Liquor and gaming license applications
- Corporate governance issues
- Shareholder and unitholder agreements
- Security documentation under the Personal Property Securities Act (PPSA)
Outside of Clelands
Patrick is an active member and supporter of the Old Ignatian Football Club and the Kensington District Cricket Club.