Emily O’Hagan is a distinguished partner at Wallace O’Hagan Lawyers, bringing a wealth of experience in criminal law since her admission to the Supreme Court of Queensland and the High Court of Australia in 2010. Emily graduated with Honours in both a Bachelor of Laws and Psychology from Griffith University, complemented by her elective studies in Criminal Law and Forensic Mental Health at Utrecht University in the Netherlands. Her initial legal experience was honed during a clerkship with Hopgood Ganim Lawyers, focusing on Litigation and Family Law. Emily has exclusively practised in the field of criminal law, having dedicated five years to a leading criminal law practice before co-founding Wallace O’Hagan Lawyers in 2015. Her expertise spans the entirety of the criminal justice system, adeptly handling cases from minor traffic offences to severe charges such as murder. Her esteemed reputation is reflected in consistent recognition by her peers in the Doyle’s Guide as a leading criminal and traffic lawyer. Widely regarded as an authority in Domestic Violence Applications, Emily adeptly manages to defend against vexatious claims and secure necessary protective orders for her clients. Her trial experience extends to both personal advocacy and instructing counsel in defending complex and serious matters before the District and Supreme Courts. Among her notable involvements are high-profile Queensland cases, including those concerning people smuggling and the contentious vicious lawless association legislation. Emily’s commitment to her clients is unwavering, as she passionately advocates for their rights and strives for just and prompt resolutions to their cases. Her legal acumen also extends to representing medical professionals and employees of the Queensland Police Service in internal disciplinary matters, effectively safeguarding them from job suspension and loss of remuneration. Understanding the profound impact of criminal allegations, Emily remains dedicated to achieving fair outcomes for all her clients.
Partner
Wallace O'Hagan Lawyers
May 2015 - Present • 11 years 6 months
Senior Associate
Russo Lawyers
Dec 2009 - May 2015 • 5 years 5 months
Utrecht University
Doyle’s Guide Recommended Queensland Criminal Law Firm (recognition)
Doyle’s Guide
Last checked: 13 May 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society
