Eleanor Mallett has been a barrister since 1998. Eleanor has substantial experience and considerable passion for her work in Family Law and Children’s Law matters.
Having spent 11 years working as a Clerk of Courts Geoff commenced practice at the Bar in 1987. During that time he has appeared in the County,Magistrates,Children's, Coroners and Family Courts.He also appeared in the MAS Royal Commission in 2001.
ProfileMargot undertook her articles at Slater & Gordon in 1968/69 and continued to practise in the personal injury area with Holding Redlich for many years after joining that firm.
ProfileMaureen commenced practice in March 1979 as a solicitor in all facets of criminal law, family law and children's court and personal injuries.
Linden is a strong advocate and has extensive experience across several areas of law, with a particular expertise in the Children’s Court Family Division and a keen interest in the Coroner’s Court.
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Christine (Chris) obtained her
Bachelor of Social Studies from Sydney University in 1978 and thereafter spent
10 years in the medical/social work fields. This period provided Chris with
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Marie McCredie completed her articles at Maddock Lonie & Chisholm and then worked as a solicitor with Ryan Carlisle Thomas before commencing the Readers course in March 1992. She signed the Bar Roll in May 1992.
I came to the bar from an investigation background, involving criminal matters including serial sex offences.
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December 1987-February 1991 - Solicitor (and articles of Clerkship) Haines & Polites
July 1991-January 1993 - Solicitor, Doyles Construction Lawyers
February 1993-June 1994 - Contracts Manager, Bucek Industries
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Jane is passionate about the rights of children and has worked in Child Protection and Family Law almost exclusively since her admission including running many complex and lengthy prosecutions both in Melbourne and on circuit.
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Before coming to the Bar, Maureen practised extensively as a
self employed Solicitor and Consultant in Equal Opportunity and Discrimination
Law, Criminal & Family Law. In 1994 - 1995 she worked as a full time Solicitor
Prior to coming to the Bar in 2001, Kaye worked as a lawyer at McBain & Associates, Family Lawyers. Between 1998 and 1999 she worked as a Law Clerk and then completed her articles with Christopher Bunnett Solicitor. Since coming to the Bar Kaye has volunteered with the Family Law Assistance
Ashley commenced his articles at Dawes & Vary Solicitors in Kyabraym, Victoria in 2000. Once admitted his practice became quite varied and included a large volume of Magistrates' Court appearance work.
Arna Delle-Vergini is a Barrister, Tribunal Member, a trained mediator and accredited advocacy coach. A tireless advocate for children's rights, she is the current Vice President of the Children's Court Bar Association.
Elizabeth (Liz) King is a Melbourne-based public and administrative law and human rights barrister.
Paula signed the bar roll in 1997 practising in family law, family violence and Children’s Court matters.
Russell has practised as a lawyer in the public sector, both federal (in Canberra) and state, and in the private sector at Blake Dawson Waldron.
Robert has a background in Management Consulting - working with clients in Australia and internationally.
Anthony currently practises in criminal and administrative law matters.
He accepts briefs to appear in both summary and indictable criminal law matters, including briefs in personal safety and family violence intervention order hearings.
Before joining the Bar, Fotini worked with Community Correctional Services. Over a 10 year period, she worked in various portfolios and with a wide range of clients.