Case Studies

Explore case studies from Stary Norton Halphen & Galbally highlighting criminal matters defended by our lawyers across Melbourne and Victoria.

Our case studies provide examples of the matters we have acted in, including serious and complex criminal prosecutions, and illustrate the legal issues, strategies and outcomes involved in individual cases.

Unlawful Assault, Family Violence, Self-Defence, Criminal Charges Withdrawn, Police Prosecution Leanne Fazio Unlawful Assault, Family Violence, Self-Defence, Criminal Charges Withdrawn, Police Prosecution Leanne Fazio

Unlawful Assault Charge Withdrawn Following Early Defence Representations

An information technology professional facing an unlawful assault charge had the charge withdrawn at the first court listing, following early review of the evidence and detailed representations by Brett Barratt.

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Family Violence, Family Violence Intervention Orders, Magistrates Court, Intervention Orders Leanne Fazio Family Violence, Family Violence Intervention Orders, Magistrates Court, Intervention Orders Leanne Fazio

Family Violence Intervention Order Application Dismissed at First Hearing

Brett Barratt successfully opposed a family violence intervention order application after an incident between two brothers. Thorough preparation and early engagement with police helped secure the dismissal of the application at the first hearing.

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Personal Safety Intervention Orders, Intervention Order Appeal, County Court of Victoria, Criminal Law, Appeals, Stalking Allegations Leanne Fazio Personal Safety Intervention Orders, Intervention Order Appeal, County Court of Victoria, Criminal Law, Appeals, Stalking Allegations Leanne Fazio

Successful Appeal Against a Personal Safety Intervention Order

Brett Barratt successfully appealed a personal safety intervention order in the County Court of Victoria. After a four-day contested hearing in the Magistrates’ Court, an order had been made against our client. The County Court allowed the appeal and set aside the Magistrates’ Court orders, meaning our client was no longer subject to the personal safety intervention order.

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Disclaimer: The case studies on this page are provided for general information and educational purposes only. They describe particular matters and outcomes and are not intended to suggest that the same outcome will apply in another matter. Each legal matter depends on its own facts and circumstances.

Case studies do not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as a substitute for advice about your individual circumstances. To discuss your matter, please contact Stary Norton Halphen & Galbally.