10 of Parnell’s Barristers’ recognised as national leaders in 2022 Doyle’s Guide

Parnell’s Barristers are proud to announce that ten of our very own barristers have been recognised by the 2022 Doyles Guide as leading senior and junior counsel in Criminal Law across Australia.

The following have been ranked as Leading Senior Counsel:

  • David Hallowes SC;
  • Christopher Carr SC; and
  • Ruth Shann SC.

A further seven up and coming juniors have been ranked as Leading Junior Counsel:

  • Jason Gullaci;
  • Richard Edney;
  • Rishi Nathwani;
  • Ashley Halphen;
  • Anthony Lewis;
  • Moya O’Brien; and
  • Sam Tovey.

Doyles Guide are a highly regarded legal market research organisation who provide independent rankings of Australia’s best lawyers and barristers.

Their criminal law ranking lists are peer-reviewed, compiled through feedback from partner-level solicitors and barristers who specialise in the practice area. They celebrate those who consistently draw the praise of clients and peers for their expertise and contribution to the profession.

Senior Barristers’ Clerk Matt Parnell said: “With their collective depth of expertise, our criminal barristers are at the forefront of the justice system in Australia. The fact that so many of our team have been recognised on a national scale is a huge testament to their dedication and hard work. We congratulate each and every one on their achievement.”

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