Paul Galbally

Paul Galbally is a Partner at Galbally & O’Bryan and brings over three decades of experience to his role in the firm’s defence law department. He joined the team in 1992 and has since established a strong reputation for his work in defending corporate and white-collar criminal prosecutions. Paul holds a Bachelor of Arts with Honours and a Bachelor of Laws. His commitment to the law is driven by a desire to assist a diverse range of clients, which remains the cornerstone of his practice. Throughout his career, Paul has been involved in some of Australia’s most significant and complex criminal cases. He has extensive experience representing clients before Public Inquiries, Royal Commissions, and in proceedings brought by regulatory bodies such as the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). His work also includes handling Australian Crime Commission examinations, Chief Examiner investigations, and disciplinary hearings for professionals, including doctors, psychologists and teachers. Paul is widely recognised within the legal community for his sound judgment, strategic advice and discretion. His expertise is acknowledged in Doyles Guide, where he is listed among Australia’s leading criminal defence lawyers. His areas of practice encompass a broad range of matters including commercial and corporate issues, state and Commonwealth charges, bail applications, traffic and drug offences, property crimes, sexual offences, assault and serious violence including murder, terrorism offences and extradition matters. Clients benefit from Paul’s extensive courtroom experience and his capacity to navigate complex legal challenges with a clear, strategic approach tailored to their individual circumstances.