11 members listed amongst Australia’s leading Criminal Law Barristers

We are delighted to see 11 of our members recognised in this year’s Doyles Guide of Australia-wide Senior and Junior Criminal Law Counsel. 

Parnell’s Barristers have by far and away the highest representation of any List or Chambers from around Australia – solidifying our position as the preeminent criminal law List. 

It is a wonderful achievement for these individuals. Congratulations to the following barristers:

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