Patterson Houen & Commins Solicitors

With over five decades of experience as a Sydney-based solicitor, Rod brings extensive legal expertise and a broad network of industry contacts to his practice. His deep understanding of the law has consistently enabled clients to strengthen and optimise their legal and commercial positions. Rod’s areas of practice include wills and estate planning, conveyancing, employment law, and general commercial and corporations law. He is a skilled and determined negotiator with significant experience in commercial law litigation. Rod has represented clients in complex commercial transactions, dispute resolution, and litigation, providing practical and effective legal solutions. His contributions extend beyond private practice, having served on the NSW Government Industry Advisory Council expert sub-committee as well as the NSW Law Society’s Information Technology and Marketing committees. Rod’s employment law work involves direct negotiation on behalf of clients to resolve disputes, preparation of industrial and employment law documentation, and representation at all stages of Fair Work Commission matters including application drafting, negotiation, and conciliation. In the construction law sphere, Rod advises on all phases of construction projects from contract review and drafting to claim preparation, dispute resolution, and compliance with security of payment legislation. He also assists clients with project documentation, procurement, contract administration, and regulatory matters. His conveyancing practice encompasses residential and commercial real estate transactions, commercial leasing, strata law, and mortgages and securities documentation. Rod also offers advice regarding government development planning and control regulations. In wills and estate planning, Rod provides comprehensive guidance on drafting wills, estate planning strategies including the role of superannuation, administration of deceased estates, and the creation and management of various trusts such as discretionary and testamentary trusts. Rod’s commercial and corporations law services cover company establishment, acquisitions, mergers, restructuring, disposals, securities documentation, and advice on insurance and superannuation law. He also handles commercial property transactions, leasing, distribution agreements, and joint venture documentation. Clients can rely on Rod for practical, tailored legal advice across a broad range of matters. When necessary, he can also facilitate referrals to other qualified professionals to ensure clients receive the appropriate support and guidance.