Leanne Warren

Leanne Warren is the Principal of Leanne Warren & Associates, a leading criminal law practice established in 1995. With over three decades of experience in criminal law, Leanne has built a reputation for providing robust and effective defence representation. She began her legal career in 1986 and has since developed comprehensive expertise across a broad range of criminal matters, including aggravated home invasion, commercial quantity drug offences, confiscation and restraining orders, WorkSafe and OH&S prosecutions, homicide, and sexual offences. Before founding her current practice, Leanne was a partner at Grace Warren Hale, a firm known for its focus on criminal law. Her commitment to delivering excellent client service and achieving favourable outcomes is reflected in the carefully selected team she leads, all of whom share her defence-driven approach and professional values. Leanne is also actively involved in the legal community, serving as a member of the Criminal Law Specialisation Advisory Committee and having previously contributed to the Executive Criminal Law Section of the Law Institute of Victoria. Her extensive experience covers proceedings in the Children’s Courts, Magistrates’ Courts, County Courts, Supreme Courts, and the High Court of Australia. Leanne’s practice includes handling complex appeals in the Court of Appeal. She has successfully represented clients facing a wide spectrum of criminal charges, from driving offences and theft to serious crimes such as murder and commercial fraud. Leanne and her firm are known for their dedication to pursuing positive outcomes and maintaining strong relationships with a loyal client base.