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Statement – Concession of the Appeal of Zlate Cvetanovski
The appeal of our client, Zlate Cvetanovski, in relation to his conviction for drug offences as part of Operation Posse has been conceded by the Director of Public Prosecutions on the basis that there was a substantial miscarriage of justice in his case. The basis for...
The Bourke Street Coronial Inquest and Bail Reform
The Coroner's Court is currently examining the circumstances leading up to the Bourke Street Rampage and what steps could have been taken to prevent it, including decisions regarding bail. Our Principal, Ruth Parker, spoke to Raf Epstein on ABC Drive about Bail in...
A Preview of Ruth Parker’s Appearance on 4 Corners
On 21 October 2019, our Principal, Ruth Parker, will appear on ABC's Four Corners speaking about Nicola Gobbo and Police corruption. She is joined by former Senior Crown Prosecutor Gavin Silbert SC and former Inspector Ian Baker. Click here for a preview.
Khalid Baker’s Fight for Exoneration
We are so proud to call Khalid a client and friend of our firm. He has been through more than any person should have to endure and he came out fighting. Watch his incredible story here.
Galbally Parker and Ruth Parker named in Doyles Guide rankings
This year's Doyles Guide results have been released in relation to 'Leading Criminal Defence Lawyers-Victoria 2019' and Galbally Parker has featured within the top ten Criminal Law Firms in Victoria. Our Ruth Parker is also named as a recommended Leading Criminal...
Interview on Faruk Orman appeal
The interview with Ruth Parker was broadcast on ABCs Drive Program Wednesday 26th June at 4:00 pm. It runs for 7 minutes, 14 seconds. Gangland getaway driver Faruk Orman 'very emotional' after appeal bid granted, lawyer says Gangland killer Faruk...
Faruk Orman Lawyer says talkback radio call was vital
Having spent more than a decade in prison for a murder he insisted he did not commit, Faruk Orman's case was broken open when his lawyer Ruth Parker was running late for work and turned on the radio. Read the rest of the story on the ABC News website:...
Supreme Court of Victoria Faruk Orman appeal ruling
Follow the link to view video of the ruling handed down by the Supreme Court of Victoria on the Faruk Orman appeal. Video of Faruk Orman appeal ruling ©Supreme Court of Victoria. You can view the reasons given for the ruling in PDF format. The statement by Faruk Orman...
Statement of Faruk Orman
The following is a statement from Faruk Orman on his release from prison today. "Today I am most grateful to have been released after over 12 years in custody. It has been an overwhelming experience for me and those close to me. After pleading not guilty at Trial and...
Galbally Parker Welcomes First Female Partner
The Team at Galbally Parker are pleased to announce the promotion of Ruth Parker to the role of Partner effective as of 1 July 2018. Ruth has worked within our office since September 2007, when she started as a law clerk and trained under the tutelage of Robert...