"I will always ensure that your
rights are protected."

Peter Ward B.Juris, LLB

Peter completed his Articles under Mr Frank Galbally in 1974 and has practised exclusively as a criminal lawyer since 1975.

Peter is an Accredited Criminal Law Specialist and widely regarded as one of the leading criminal law practitioners in the State.

He represents clients in the Children's Court, Magistrates' Court, County Court, Supreme Court, Court of Appeal, Federal Court of Australia and High Court of Australia. Peter is a highly skilled and talented advocate. Peter has been involved in many high profile cases during his career. He is a passionate fighter for the rights of his clients.

Peter, together with Paul Galbally, manages the firm’s criminal law division.

Areas of Expertise


Criminal law, including:

  • Bail applications
  • Traffic offences
  • Drug offences
  • Property offences
  • Sexual offences
  • Commercial and corporate crime
  • Assault and serious violence, including murder
  • Asset confiscation matters
  • Intervention orders

Disciplinary proceedings and hearings against professionals,
including:

  • Doctors
  • Psychologists
  • Teachers 

Qualifications


B.Juris, LLB

Admitted to Practice (1975)

Partner, Galbally & O’Bryan (since 1989)

Accredited Criminal Law Specialist

Brochures and Articles

The Marvellous Tale Of Mr Average The Marvellous Tale Of Mr Average

Ensuring optimal chances of success in applications for bail Ensuring optimal chances of success in applications for bail

The Defender  - The Herald-Sun 18.03.06 The Defender - The Herald-Sun 18.03.06

Professional Memberships


  • Law Institute of Victoria
  • Victorian Criminal Justice Coalition
  • Former Chair of Criminal Specialist Committee established by the Law Institute of Victoria
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