Hugh Woods serves as the Director at Woods & Co Lawyers, a firm he joined in 2015 before his admission to practice in early 2018. Specialising in Criminal and Traffic Law, Hugh has garnered extensive experience representing clients in South Australian courts, handling cases ranging from murder to speeding offences. His expertise also encompasses bail applications and appellate proceedings, as well as disciplinary hearings for bodies such as the Teachers Registration Board and the Parole Board of South Australia. Hugh has earned notable recognition in his field, being named a Criminal Law Rising Star by Doyle's Guide in 2022 and featured as one of Adelaide's best up-and-coming criminal lawyers by The Advertiser in 2023. His commitment to the legal community is further demonstrated through his role as Chairperson of the Water Polo South Australia Disciplinary Tribunal and Player Advocate for the Adelaide University Football Club. During his time at law school, Hugh achieved distinction by representing Flinders University and winning the Australian and New Zealand Champion title at the Australian Law Students Association’s Witness Examination competition. Hugh's journey in law began with his education at Flinders University, where he completed his Bachelor of Laws and subsequently earned his Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice. His career trajectory at Woods & Co Lawyers has seen him progress from Law Clerk to Solicitor, and now to Director, evidencing his dedication and impact within the firm and wider legal community.
Director
Woods & Co Lawyers
Jul 2024 - Present • 2 years 4 months
WPSA Tribunal Chairperson
Water Polo SA
Nov 2023 - Present • 3 years
Player Advocate
Adelaide University Football Club
Mar 2023 - Present • 3 years 8 months
Solicitor
Woods & Co Lawyers
Feb 2018 - Jul 2024 • 6 years 5 months
Law Clerk
Woods & Co Lawyers
Jun 2015 - Feb 2018 • 2 years 8 months
GDLP
Flinders University
2017
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
Flinders University
2013 - 2017
Included in article 'Adelaide’s best up and coming criminal lawyers'
The Advertiser
Criminal Law Rising Star
Doyle’s Guide
Last checked: 4 Aug 2026 • Checked with Law Society of South Australia
