Criminal Law Practice

Galbally & O’Bryan represent clients in some of the most significant and complex inquiries and trials in Australia and is widely regarded as one of the country’s leading criminal law firms.

The practice is managed by Accredited Criminal Law Specialists, Peter Ward and Paul Galbally who between them have over 40 years experience. They lead a well resourced team of lawyers committed to ensuring that individuals from all backgrounds have access to quality legal services.

Galbally & O’Bryan provide specialised advice and representation in all jurisdictions, including:

  • Magistrates’ Court of Victoria
  • County Court of Victoria
  • Supreme Court of Victoria
  • Court of Appeal
  • Federal Court of Australia
  • High Court of Australia and
  • Coroner’s Court of Victoria

Areas of Expertise


  • Bail applications
  • Traffic offences
  • Drug offences
  • Property offences
  • Sexual offences
  • Commercial and corporate crime
  • Assault and serious violence, including murder
  • Asset confiscation matters
  • Terrorism offences
  • Extradition matters
  • Australian Securities and Investment Commission (ASIC) examinations and prosecutions
  • Australian Crime Commission (ACC) examinations and
  • Chief Examiner examinations

Criminal Law Practitioners


The firm also provides specialised advice and representation to clients appearing before disciplinary tribunals, the Victorian Civil and Administrative Tribunal (VCAT) and the Administrative Appeals Tribunal (AAT).


Contact Us


If you have been charged or are being investigated by the police or other Government Agencies, we will provide free preliminary advice by phone or appointment.

If retained, we provide our clients with cost effective and personalised legal services

Melbourne Office Tel: 03 9200 2533

Pakenham Office Tel: 03 5941 7990

Dandenong Office Tel: 03 9769 2510

To submit an online enquiry click here





Our areas of expertise


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