About Jon Clarke
Over 35 years working at the highest levels of Australian business and commercial law as a trusted advisor, commercial lawyer, and company director.
Guiding You Through the Process
Jon Clarke has spent more than 35 years working at the highest levels of business and industry as an advisor, commercial lawyer and director.
A founder and former managing partner of Cowell Clarke (Commercial Lawyers), he is an experienced mediator, facilitator and arbitrator who has assisted many high-profile clients and businesses to resolve commercial disputes.
Jon is particularly known for his practical and trusted approach in connecting and communicating with people to find common ground in resolving their corporate, commercial and family business issues.
Broad Industry Depth
Jon’s experience across a broad range of industries gives him a depth of commercial understanding that allows him to quickly distil out the real issues. His sector experience includes:
Governance & Directorships
Jon has held board directorships in publicly listed and private companies, statutory authorities and not-for-profit organisations. This firsthand boardroom experience provides unique perspective on corporate culture, director responsibilities, and effective board facilitation.
“Independent. Personal. Professional.”
Whether acting as a mediator in a multi-party dispute, advising a family business through intergenerational succession, or chairing a sensitive probity review, Jon brings genuine independence, calm authority, and unwavering focus on practical resolution.