Ashlea Addamo

Ashlea Addamo is a Principal at Leanne Warren & Associates, with a dedicated focus on criminal law. She holds a Bachelor of Arts (Legal Studies) from Victoria University and a Juris Doctor from the University of Melbourne. Since her admission in 2016, Ashlea has committed her practice exclusively to criminal law, beginning her career at the Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service before joining her current firm. Ashlea brings considerable experience across a broad spectrum of criminal matters, including sexual offences, homicide, firearm offences, serious driving offences and confiscation proceedings. She regularly appears as a solicitor-advocate in courts throughout Victoria, handling cases in Children’s, Magistrates’, County and Supreme Courts. Her advocacy is marked by thorough forensic analysis and a strong commitment to safeguarding her clients’ interests. In addition to her courtroom work, Ashlea is well regarded for her ability to build effective relationships with clients, barristers and other legal professionals, facilitating seamless collaboration on complex cases. She has also acted as an instructing solicitor in both trial and appellate matters in the County and Supreme Courts, further broadening her expertise across various jurisdictions. Ashlea’s approach is characterised by a passion for achieving the best possible outcomes and a deep understanding of the intricacies involved in serious criminal matters. Her role as Principal at Leanne Warren & Associates reflects her leadership within the firm and continued dedication to the practice of criminal law.