Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Melbourne
Established in 1935, Galbally & O'Bryan has built a legacy as one of Victoria's leading law firms, renowned for ethical legal practice and access to justice. Our team comprises highly skilled lawyers, including specialists in criminal law, family law, injury compensation, and commercial litigation, with decades of collective experience. We prioritise client needs through free initial consultations, no-win-no-charge arrangements, and a commitment to resolving cases efficiently.Our firm has represented clients in landmark cases, supported by a qualified medical practitioner/lawyer for injury claims. With a heritage of attracting top legal talent, including former judges and justices, we combine tradition with modern legal strategies to deliver tailored solutions.
Services
Injury Compensation
Criminal Law
Family Law
Commercial Litigation
Wills & Estates
Medical Negligence
Property Disputes
Debt Recovery
Probate Services
Estate Planning
Details
- Year established: 1935
Highlights and features
- We offer over 80 years of legal experience in Victoria's courts and inquiries.
- Our team includes criminal law specialists with a 40-year combined track record.
- We provide free initial phone advice and no-win-no-charge arrangements for injury claims.
- Our firm employs a qualified medical practitioner/lawyer for complex injury cases.
- We have represented clients in some of Australia's most significant criminal and civil cases.
Services
Injury Compensation
Our injury compensation team specialises in TAC claims, WorkCover disputes, medical negligence, and public liability cases. We operate on a no-win-no-charge basis, providing free initial consultations. With dedicated partners managing each case and access to medical-legal expertise, we maximise compensation outcomes for clients across Victoria.
Criminal Law
We represent clients in serious criminal matters including drug offences, assault, extradition, and terrorism charges. Led by specialists with decades of experience, our team provides strategic defence solutions for complex cases in Victoria and nationally.
Family Law
Our family law practice handles property settlements, child custody matters, and de facto relationship disputes. We prioritise amicable resolutions while maintaining court readiness, offering practical advice to navigate relationship breakdowns with minimal emotional impact.
Commercial Litigation
We resolve commercial conflicts including contract disputes, debt recovery, and professional negligence claims. Our approach focuses on cost-effective solutions through negotiation, with litigation expertise for complex cases requiring court intervention.
Wills & Estates
Our Wills & estates team assists with contested Wills, probate applications, and estate administration. We offer no-win-no-charge options for eligible claims and provide guidance on creating legally sound Wills and testamentary trusts.
People
Nicholas OBryan
Partner
Leading personal injury lawyer with expertise in transport accident claims and medical negligence cases. Manages complex injury compensation matters with a focus on client advocacy.
Paul Galbally
Partner
Criminal law specialist with extensive experience in serious criminal defence matters. Provides strategic legal representation in high-profile and complex cases across Victoria.
Andrew OBryan
Partner
Experienced family law and commercial litigation lawyer. Focuses on resolving disputes efficiently while protecting client interests in both personal and business matters.
Kartya Gracer
Partner
Criminal defence lawyer with significant expertise in handling complex legal proceedings and representing clients in serious criminal matters.
Carl Wilson
Partner
Commercial litigation and Wills & estates specialist. Provides practical legal solutions in dispute resolution and estate planning matters.
Questions
What areas of law does Galbally & OBryan specialise in?
We specialise in injury compensation, criminal law, family law, commercial litigation, and Wills & estates matters.
Do you offer free initial legal advice?
Yes, we provide free initial phone advice and no-win-no-charge arrangements for eligible injury claims.
How experienced is your criminal law team?
Our criminal law team has over 40 years of combined experience handling complex cases and inquiries.
Can I contest a Will in Victoria?
Yes, our Wills & estates team assists with contesting Wills and resolving estate disputes.
Do you handle medical negligence claims?
Yes, we manage medical negligence claims with support from a legally trained medical practitioner.
Are video consultations available?
Yes, we offer online video consultations for client convenience.
