Clancy Dane is a Criminal Defence Specialist with a long track record of success in criminal proceedings. Clancy is our Principal Lawyer, the former Vice-President of the Criminal Lawyers Association of the Northern Territory, and publicly advocates for the rights of defendants in the Northern Territory.

 

Over tireless years in the Territory Clancy has built a brand of fearless and effective advocacy, in which the rights of our clients will always be paramount. Clancy has repeatedly proven his ability to successfully defend people facing some of the most significant criminal charges across the Northern Territory, New South Wales, and the Solomon Islands. Clancy appears in the Northern Territory Court of Criminal Appeal, Supreme Court, and Local Court in complex, serious, and contested matters, including in Supreme Court Jury Trials.  

 

Clancy has lived and worked as a criminal defence lawyer in Alice Springs, Katherine, and Darwin throughout the past decade. There are very few who can rival his knowledge of the Northern Territory Criminal Justice System. 

Dr Marks is our practice manager and the published author of two books on criminal law. He is also a well-regarded journalist and an Adjunct Research Fellow at La Trobe University.

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Russell is a highly effective advocate for his clients and has extensive courtroom experience in both the Northern Territory and Victoria. Repeated success in complex police powers cases rank among his most impressive achievements. He also has significant experience as an advocate in mental health tribunals, and has worked as a policy adviser, a speechwriter, and an academic.

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As a new father, Russell enjoys introducing his son to the joys of test cricket and Paul Kelly's music.

Based in Katherine, Wil’s experience as a mediator and a defence lawyer makes him an expert at not just understanding the legal challenges defendants face, but the social and emotional challenges they face too.

 

Having practised as a lawyer across the NT in both civil and criminal matters, Wil is passionate about simplifying the complex court system, using clear and simple language to make sure the client understands what is happening, and why it is happening.

 

Outside of the court room, Wil enjoys cheering on the Collingwood Magpies and watching as many movies as he can squeeze into a weekend.

Sophie has travelled widely across the Territory as both a lawyer and a Supreme Court Justice's Associate and has seen it all when it comes to Criminal Law in the Territory.  

 

Sophie brings dedication, care, and attention to each and every aspect of her cases. She uses these abilities to routinely achieve spectacular outcomes for her clients. She is a highly respected advocate throughout the NT Legal landscape.  

 

After winning a big case Sophie switches her Barrister’s robes for her camping gear and takes off into the NT wilderness. 

Chloe provides the logistics and support in the background of our cases which ensures that our clients are best placed for great outcomes.

 

With a background in business and a graduate of the NTPFES Cadet Program, Chloe is perfectly placed to help our clients improve their situation and achieve better results.  

 

Chloe holds a bronze medallion, is a true Territory local, and above all is committed to helping others.