Bill Potts

Bill Potts is the founding director of Potts Lawyers and brings over 30 years of extensive criminal law experience to the firm. His career is distinguished by unwavering professional values, which now serve as the guiding principles for our team of dedicated criminal law advocates. Bill is committed to being a steadfast ally for clients facing the daunting challenges of criminal investigations and prosecutions. His expertise takes him across the nation, representing clients at all judicial levels, from the Magistrates to the High Court. His robust defence strategies and comprehensive representation skills ensure that all clients of Potts Lawyers benefit from an uncompromising legal defence. As one of Australia’s most seasoned criminal defence practitioners, Bill embodies a philosophy of exceptional client service, a strong work ethic, and a passion for securing favourable outcomes. He leverages his extensive knowledge of criminal law to expertly lead his team, inspiring by example and providing guidance wherever necessary. In addition to his impressive legal practice, Bill serves as a Senior Counsellor with the Queensland Law Society. He has recently completed his term as President of the Queensland Law Society and currently holds the position of director at the Law Council of Australia. In these leadership roles, Bill has been instrumental in championing the rule of law during times of significant change, advocating for the adequate resourcing of courts to enhance the efficiency of legal proceedings.