Anna Balmer

Anna Balmer, the Principal Solicitor of Balmer & Associates, has established herself as a formidable presence in the field of criminal law since completing her Bachelor of Laws at Bond University in Queensland in 2008. Beginning her career with Galbally & O’Bryan, she has developed a keen expertise in both summary and indictable criminal proceedings, appearing as a solicitor in all Victorian court jurisdictions. Joining Balmer & Associates in 2009, Anna has amassed significant experience handling cases involving youth crime and quasi-criminal law, while also becoming a recognised figure in the sphere of intervention orders. Her focus on Family Violence and Personal Safety Intervention Orders has seen her represent both applicants and respondents in Magistrates’ Courts across Victoria. In 2014, she was honoured as an Accredited Criminal Law Specialist by the Law Institute of Victoria, an organisation where she later held an executive role, advocating on behalf of criminal lawyers throughout the state. Anna's consistent recognition by Doyle's Guide from 2019 through to 2025 as a Leading Traffic and DUI Lawyer, as well as a Recommended Criminal Lawyer, underscores her commitment to her craft. Her affiliation with the Victoria Legal Aid Indictable Crime, Summary Crime, and Youth Crime Panels further illustrates her dedication to access to justice. In 2023, Anna became the Managing Principal of Balmer & Associates, continuing the legacy of Bernie Balmer. Her work is driven by a passion for social justice, ensuring fair trials and defending individual rights with unwavering dedication.