Robinson Gill Lawyers Welcomes Bridie O’Malley as Principal Lawyer in Crime & Advocacy Team

Robinson Gill Lawyers is pleased to announce the appointment of Bridie O’Malley as a Principal Lawyer in the firm’s Crime & Advocacy team.

Bridie joins the firm with extensive experience across a broad range of criminal law matters, appearing regularly in all levels of the Victorian criminal jurisdiction, including the Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court and Supreme Court. She also instructs counsel and assists in the preparation and conduct of complex proceedings in the County Court, Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and High Court.

Her practice spans serious and complex criminal matters, including homicide, drug offences, sexual offences, family violence related offences and fraud and deception matters. Bridie is also highly experienced in bail applications across all jurisdictions, with a clear focus on protecting her clients’ liberty at the earliest stages of a matter.

Bridie also has a strong interest in Children’s Court proceedings and brings a thoughtful, considered approach to matters involving young people.

In joining Robinson Gill Lawyers, Bridie looks forward to furthering her involvement in specialist jurisdictions, including matters involving the Independent Broad-based Anti-corruption Commission (IBAC) and proceedings in the Coroners Court. Her experience will strengthen the firm’s capability in complex, high-stakes investigations and hearings.

She was drawn to Robinson Gill’s clear and disciplined approach to criminal defence.

“Robinson Gill’s focus on strategic, proactive defence and its commitment to protecting clients’ rights strongly aligns with how I practise,” Ms O’Malley said.

“I look forward to contributing to the firm’s growing Crime & Advocacy team.”

Founding Principal Harry Gill welcomed Bridie to the firm.

“Bridie is an impressive criminal defence lawyer with experience across a wide range of serious matters,” Mr Gill said.

“Her expertise across all jurisdictions together with her strategic approach and attention to detail, make her a strong addition to our team.”

Bridie has been recognised by Doyle’s Guide as a Rising Star in criminal law in Victoria (2022). She also had carriage of the matter of Buckley v The Queen [2022] VSCA 138, which considered the impact of Victoria’s mandatory sentencing regime on young offenders.

Her appointment reflects Robinson Gill’s continued growth and its focus on strengthening its expertise in complex criminal defence and specialist proceedings.