About

Tony Hannebery

Principal

TONY HANNEBERY

Tony completed his Bachelor of Laws Degree at Melbourne University and admitted to practise in 1970. He immediately took out a Practising Certificate and commenced working part time in his own practice and, in October 1973, began full time in his office in Douglas Parade Williamstown.

During his years in Williamstown, Tony became heavily involved with the Williamstown Football Club, initially as a player and eventually serving as club President before being appointed as Victorian Football Association (VFA) President.

Throughout his 50+ years in practice, Tony has appeared in all Magistrates, County and Supreme Courts and has succeeded in being appointed by the Law Institute of Victoria as an Accredited Criminal Law Specialist.

He regularly appears in the various Tribunals (VCAT, VOCAT and the Victorian Racing Tribunal, among other quasi criminal Tribunals) particularly in recent years with his ongoing representation of high-profile racing industry figures.

Tony is a highly skilled advocate who leads with kindness and compassion to reach the best possible outcome for his clients. He is a much loved and respected identity amongst the legal community and beyond.

Tony is available at any time should his services be required.

Marcus Williams

Associate

MARCUS WILLIAMS

Marcus has been an Associate of Tony Hannebery at Tony Hannebery Lawyers for over 10 years , since coming over from Adelaide where he qualified as a Bachelor of Laws at Flinders University.

He has been involved in criminal law  defence work in all Magistrates , County and Supreme Courts throughout his career and has succeeded in being appointed by the Law Institute of Victoria as an Accredited Criminal Law Specialist.

He has also been involved in representing clients in the various Tribunals [ VCAT , VOCAT and the Victorian Racing Tribunal , among other quasi criminal Tribunals ].

Marcus is a true “people person “ with a terrific professional rapport with his client and also the Bench hearing the case . He prides himself on getting the best possible result for ALL his clients. He is not motivated by money but just his ambition to do his best by his clients and preserve his reputation as a legal professional who can be trusted absolutely by those with whom he deals.

He commands respect from the Police and fellow practitioners.

Marcus is a member of the VLA Indictable Crime Panel and has been for most of his legal career.

Marcus  is available at any time should his services be required.