Wayne Burg is a highly experienced trial lawyer based in Western Australia, with a practice admitted in the Supreme Court of NSW, ACT, WA, and the High Court of Australia. His extensive expertise in criminal litigation and defence includes appearances in various courts, dealing with complex cases such as serious sexual violence, white-collar crime, and intricate drug-related charges. Wayne's adept handling of bail applications and sentencing showcases his comprehensive legal acumen across Magistrates, District, and Supreme Courts, as well as the State Administrative Tribunal and Children's Court. In addition to his legal practice, Wayne's background as a registered pharmacist enhances his contributions to the administrative law of vocational matters within the pharmaceutical industry. He is deeply committed to the Innocence Project in the USA and Australia, actively engaging with international law networks to review wrongful convictions and support the wrongfully incarcerated. Wayne currently leads Wayne Burg and Associates, providing legal consultancy services. His diverse experience includes previous tenure as a senior lawyer at Slater and Gordon Lawyers, and his role as a board member for the Veterinary Surgeons' Board of WA. He holds a Juris Doctor from The University of Notre Dame Australia and a Bachelor of Pharmacy from the University of Sydney, where he was involved in various legal negotiation activities. With over a decade of legal advisory roles, Wayne is well-regarded for his legal advice and expertise in both criminal and administrative law.
Legal Consultant
Smiddy-Brown Lawyers
Jan 2025 - Present • 1 year 10 months
Director
Wayne Burg and Associates | Barristers and Solicitors
Jan 2014 - Present • 12 years 10 months
Legal Advisor
Innocence Project
Apr 2013 - Present • 13 years 7 months
Board Member
Veterinary Surgeons' Board of WA
Feb 2011 - Mar 2015 • 4 years 1 month
Senior Lawyer
Slater and Gordon Lawyers
Jan 2009 - Jan 2014 • 5 years
Juris Doctor
The University of Notre Dame Australia
2007 - 2009
Bachelor of Pharmacy - BPharm
University of Sydney
1989 - 1992
