Michelle Barnes was admitted to practice in 2000 and joined the Independent Bar in 2013. She has substantial experience as trial counsel in all South Australian criminal jurisdictions as well as appellate counsel experience. Prior to moving to the independent bar, Michelle's experience included working for the Legal Services Commission and as a Prosecutor (Commonwealth DPP). She has particular interest and expertise in Commonwealth Law.
Michelle is an Adjunct Lecturer at the College of Law, lecturing in Advocacy, Criminal and Family Law.
Michelle is also an Officer in the Army Reserves and holds a Graduate Certificate in Military Law from ANU. She regularly appears as counsel in Military Tribunals and provides advice on military discipline and administrative matters to ADF Command and members.
Michelle Barnes
This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.Qualifications: BA, LLB (Hons), GDLP, GCML
Admitted: January 2000
Independent Bar: 2013
Member of the SA Bar Association
Chair, Women at the Bar Committee
Legal Practitioners Disciplinary Tribunal
Areas of Practice
Criminal Law (Commonwealth & State)
Administrative Law
Appellate matters
Military Law
Disciplinary matters
Care and Protection
Inquiries
Inquests
Workers Compensation
