Darryl Annett

Darryl Annett is a distinguished legal professional serving as the Director at Salvos Legal, bringing extensive expertise and leadership to the firm. With a robust legal career, Darryl currently serves as a Legal Member of the Mental Health Tribunal, where he has been instrumental for over a decade in safeguarding the rights and dignity of individuals with mental illness. His role involves presiding over tribunal hearings to ensure compliance with the Mental Health Act. In addition, Darryl is a dedicated Board Member of the Occupational Therapy Board Australia, contributing to the regulation and registration of practitioners within this field. His involvement supports the board's mission to protect the public and maintain high standards within the profession. Darryl's consultancy roles reflect his deep commitment to criminal law. At Emma Turnbull Lawyers, he imparts valuable insights and mentorship to enhance the firm’s criminal law capabilities. Similarly, his work with First Step Legal involves providing expert guidance within a community-focused legal centre offering pro bono services. In his previous role as Director at Merri Health, Darryl contributed to community health initiatives across Victoria, underscoring his dedication to public service. His experience extends to boutique firms like Ballarat Lawyers, where he provided crucial support in various legal domains, including family and criminal law. Earlier in his career, Darryl was the founding Melbourne partner for Salvos Legal Humanitarian, a groundbreaking social enterprise that provides free legal services funded through its commercial arm. He also established the Urban Justice Centre, integrating legal services within a comprehensive support network for vulnerable communities. Darryl's leadership has been recognised in statutory bodies, serving as Deputy Chair of the Business Licensing Authority and Chairing the Motor Car Traders Guarantee Fund Claims Committee. His extensive experience in criminal defence is further exemplified by his time with Robert Stary Criminal Defence Lawyers and the Office of Public Prosecutions in Victoria. A graduate of Monash University, Darryl holds both a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Jurisprudence, laying the foundation for his diverse and impactful career in law.