To Brief Laura, contact her Clerk: (02) 9267 4955, clerk@sgchambers.com.au
Laura brings an intellectually rigorous approach to criminal matters of every kind, from the straightforward to the legally complex. She appears in trials, sentence proceedings, interlocutory hearings and appeals, and is regularly briefed in matters involving proceeds of crime and privilege claims. She has a particular strength in out-of-the-ordinary matters and those involving technically demanding points of law. She accepts briefs in both criminal defence and prosecutorial matters.
‘I’m hardworking, ultra-prepared and technical. I will be across absolutely everything.’
Laura is known for her meticulous preparation, mastery of the law and technical precision, with a particular facility for close statutory interpretation. She builds a strong rapport with clients and juries alike.
Beyond the criminal courts, Laura brings substantial experience as a Senior Legal Member of the New South Wales Civil and Administrative Tribunal, in the Guardianship Division, drawing on her expertise in guardianship and enduring powers of attorney.
Highly regarded by solicitors, she is a trusted mentor and is a barrister who combines legal excellence with genuine humanity.
Outside the law, Laura can often be found walking her two kelpies or contributing to citizen science projects by recording frog calls around regional New South Wales.
Areas of Practice
Criminal law
Sentencing
Bail
Criminal appeals
Children's crime
Apprehended Violence Orders (AVOs)
High Risk Offender (HRO) applications
Mental health law
Proceeds of crime
Coronial inquests
Commissions of inquiry
Professional discipline
Administrative and public law, including Elder law
Admissions & Qualifications
Barrister, 2005
Solicitor, 2001
Panel Memberships & Appointments
Legal Aid NSW's Indictable and Complex crime barrister panels
Legal Aid NSW's Summary criminal law and Children's criminal law panels
Senior Legal Member, Civil and Administrative Tribunal of NSW (three years)