Alexandra is an accomplished criminal lawyer who has successfully defended numerous clients charged with serious criminal offences. Recognised as a Rising Star in Criminal Law in 2025 by the industry ranking Doyle’s Guide, Alexandra is known for her compassion, commitment and dedication to her clients.
Alexandra attended the University of Melbourne where she obtained undergraduate Bachelor of Science (BSc) and postgraduate Juris Doctor (JD) degrees. Alexandra also holds a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from Leo Cussen Centre for Law.
As an Associate at Stary Norton Halphen, Alexandra is an talented solicitor-advocate who appears regularly in the Children’s Court, Magistrate’s Court and County Court of Victoria in legal proceedings involving Contested Hearings, Pleas, Appeals, Bail Applications, Contested Committals and Intervention Order Proceedings. She has also instructed in a number of Criminal Trials and Supervision Order Review proceedings in the County and Supreme Court of Victoria. Her practice encompasses a wide range of Commonwealth and State criminal offences including driving matters, drug possession and trafficking, dishonesty and theft, home invasions, sexual offences, family violence and serious assaults.
Before being admitted and joining Stary Norton Halphen, Alexandra served as a paralegal within Peta Murphy Chambers (formerly David Ross Chambers) assisting senior and junior counsel to prepare for trials.
To make an appointment with Alexandra, call our Melbourne office on 03 8622 8200
Criminal Law Rising Star in 2025
Alexandra Murrell has been recognised as a Criminal Law Rising Star in Victoria in the 2025 Doyle's Guide. Her dedication and expertise in criminal law, particularly in defending clients facing complex legal challenges, have earned her this prestigious acknowledgment. This recognition highlights her emerging influence and significant contributions to the field within the Victorian legal market, solidifying her reputation as a promising talent in criminal defence.
Advice from a competent and experienced criminal lawyer before you are interviewed can and often does have a meaningful impact on the outcome of your case and in some instances, is the difference between whether your matter proceeds to court or not.
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