Claire Smith
BSc (Joint Hons Biology & Geography) (First Class), University of Bristol; MPhil in Environment and Development (High Distinction), University of Cambridge
Chair, Law Advisory Committee
Claire is a Partner and Head of the Environment and Sustainable Development Group at Clayton Utz, one of Australia’s leading law firms.
With over 25 years’ experience spanning Australia and the UK, she advises on environmental law, energy transition, natural capital, biodiversity, and climate change. Before private practice, Claire trained as an environmental consultant and holds an MPhil in Environment and Development from the University of Cambridge. She is passionate about ESG and delivering sustainable projects with material environmental and social benefits.
