Clerks
Barristers engage a Barristers’ Clerk, who in turn advise solicitors as to the suitability, availability and fees of counsel.
This webpage only contains the contact details of those barristers who are members of the Victorian Bar Association with current Victorian or Interstate practising certificates, and who have agreed to their details being made available. For more information read our disclaimer here.
If you need assistance finding the right barrister, we suggest you contact one of the barrister's clerks who will discuss your needs with you and recommend an appropriate barrister.
A clerk will also be able to advise you on the availability of the barristers on their list.
Legal Practice
Jessica favours a diverse practice and is well positioned to take on the following matters:
1. Intervention orders (civil application and criminal defence);
2. Criminal defence in any matter (except murder, drug offences);
Daniel Epstein principally practices in the VCAT jurisdiction in the areas of Administrative and Civil law; specialising in planning and environment, building and construction, compulsory acquisition, covenant removal, owners corporation, leasing, real property and Australian consumer Law.
Toby has a strong commercial practice, with significant experience in contractual, equitable, projects/infrastructure/construction, ACL, professional negligence and corporations’ matters.
Since coming to the Victorian Bar, Justin has practised primarily in criminal, civil, commercial and family law matters including the provision of advice in native title, banking & finance, OH&S and environment protection matters. Appearing regularly for the Defence and the Crown in both
Campbell practises in Family Law (Children and Property) in the Commonwealth Federal Circuit Court and Family Court. He also practises in the Family Violence jurisdiction particularly in Intervention Order contests in the Victorian Magistrates Court.
Lionel has a broad, general commercial and public law practice and is a nationally accredited mediator.
Karen has a practice in commerical disputes, equity and trusts and deceased estates.
She has attention to detail whilst focusing on the big picture to achieve the best outcome for clients. In approaching a problem, she values pragmatism and good judgment.
Helen has a broad commercial litigation practice. She has particular experience in contractual disputes, class actions, insurance and professional negligence, corporations law and trade practices matters.
Tiphanie’s practice encompasses a diverse range of matters relating to real property. She has advised and appeared in town planning, building and construction, adverse possession, compulsory acquisition, roads, easements, covenants, utilities, owners corporations, Water Act and regulatory matter
Justin Mereine came to the Bar after practising commercial litigation as a solicitor for 10 years where his work was highly regarded. He has been ranked by:
Jacqualyn is available for appearances in Mildura and throughout the Lodden Mallee Region and Melbourne.
Jonathan practises in commercial litigation.
Before being called to the bar, Jonathan was a lawyer at Norton Rose Fulbright and Associate to Justice Hargrave in the Supreme Court of Victoria.
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Trial and appellate advocacy forms the basis of Marian's practice and she has appeared in courts in Victoria, New South Wales, South Australia and Tasmania.
Carmen practises in the areas of criminal, administrative and employment law. This diverse legal practice reflects her versatile skills and deep legal expertise.
Angela practices predominately in taxation law, acting for both taxpayers and the Commissioner of Taxation. She also practices in charity law and acts in Tax Practitioners Board matters. She is a nationally accredited mediator.
Jonathon conducts a general civil law practice with a particular focus on mediation and family dispute resolution. Jonathon has extensive experience as a mediator and as a Family Dispute Resolution Practitioner for the purposes of the Family Law Act 1975 (Cth).
Viola has established a wide practice since coming to the Bar.
Viola practices in Common Law, General Insurance, Professional Negligence Administrative Law and Personal Injuries litigation including Transport Accidents and Inquests.
Luisa returned to the Bar in 2019 after two and a half years at Consumer Affairs Victoria (CAV) where she occupied the roles of General Manager, Legal Services Branch and Senior Advocate.
Steve is available to be booked in all areas of family violence, including intervention orders and associated criminal and family law matters.
Pierre is a Nationally accredited mediator. Pierre has worked as a senior academic in several universities across Australia and teaches Health Law and Mental Health at Monash University.
Jack Heeley practises in commercial law and has particular expertise in building, construction and engineering disputes.
During his ten years at the Bar, Jack has acted in:
Megan practices in inquests, royal commissions and public inquiries, regulatory prosecutions and damages proceedings. She has a particular interest in medical and legal professional obligations and public administration.
Naomi Hodgson has a broad civil litigation practice with a particular focus on professional duties and obligations under relevant regulatory and legislative frameworks.
Jim has over 25 years extensive experience in the Building and Construction industry predominately in Electrical and Mechanical services having worked on many major building projects, he is well equipped to advise in building related disputes and other Commercial law matters.
Nina practises in commercial and regulatory law, regularly appearing in the Supreme Court of Victoria and the Federal Court of Australia. She has particular experience in corporations matters, director's duties, continuous disclosure, disputes involving trusts, construction disputes, professiona
Angus Galbraith practices in employment law/industrial relations and commercial litigation.
Angus accepts briefs to provide advice, draw documents and appear in matters involving:
Maryann first signed the Bar Roll in November 1995 and practised as a Barrister until October 2002. She then took the opportunity to practice as an in-house lawyer in various Commercial and Government roles.
Daniel practices predominantly in public law, with a particular focus on planning and environment law including judicial review and appeals, merits review, panels and inquiries.
Andrew de Wijn specialises in federal and state tax matters. As well as appearing in courts and tribunals, Andrew provides technical tax advice to clients and assists in dealing with the ATO, particularly in relation to ruling requests and objections as well as settlement negotiations.
Aimee is a practical and commercial barrister. She is focussed on solving her clients' known problems, while keeping an eye to the broader risks and opportunities for her clients.
Barristers engage a Barristers’ Clerk, who in turn advise solicitors as to the suitability, availability and fees of counsel.
There are a number of alternative dispute resolution (ADR) options available for resolving disputes without recourse to litigation