Andrew Williams

Andrew Williams, the senior founding partner at Williams Barristers and Solicitors, is renowned for his extensive expertise in the field of criminal defence. With a distinguished career, Andrew has a wealth of experience that informs his current practice. He earned his LLB/LP (Hons) from Flinders University of South Australia and has been admitted to practice in the High Court of Australia, the Supreme Court of South Australia, and the High Court of Solomon Islands. A member of the Legal Services Commission Complex Criminal Law Panel and the Law Society of South Australia, Andrew's dedication to legal excellence is evident. Before establishing his own firm, Andrew was a criminal Barrister and Solicitor at another leading firm in Adelaide. His experience includes serving as a Prosecutor with the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions and as an International Legal Adviser to the Solomon Islands Government, where he played a pivotal role in restoring law and justice following a civil war. Andrew also devoted 22 years as a Police Officer, which provided him a strong foundation in investigative work and legal procedures. Andrew's academic contributions include tutoring at Flinders University Law School, focusing on Criminal Law and Laws of Evidence. His background also features roles such as a Detective and a trainer in law and procedure with South Australia Police. Currently, Andrew focuses on defending criminal and traffic matters, bringing his profound legal and investigative acumen, advocacy, and negotiation skills to each case. His commitment ensures robust representation for every client.