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We are the only private law firm in the Illawarra, Southern Highlands and South Coast regions with two lawyers recognised as Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law by the NSW Law Society.
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Graeme Morrison
Partner and Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law
Graeme is a Partner at Morrisons with almost 50 years experience. He has been an Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law with the NSW Law Society for over 20 years.
Graeme Morrison
Partner and Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law
Matthew Ward
Partner and Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law
Matthew has been practising exclusively in criminal and traffic law since his admission as a solicitor. Since he joined the team at Morrisons, Matthew has appeared in a wide range of criminal and traffic matters – with a focus on serious and complex criminal proceedings.
Matthew Ward
Partner and Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law
Analise Ritchie
Solicitor, Criminal and Traffic Law
Analise completed a Bachelor of Laws and International Studies at the University of Wollongong, as well as a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. Since her admission as a solicitor, Analise has specialised solely in criminal and traffic law.
Analise Ritchie
Solicitor, Criminal and Traffic Law
Cameron Meaney
Solicitor, Criminal and Traffic Law
Cameron graduated from the University of Wollongong with a double degree of Law and Commerce, majoring in International Economics. Cameron specialises in criminal and traffic law and has done so since his admission as a solicitor.
Cameron Meaney
Solicitor, Criminal and Traffic Law
Zali Kelly
Solicitor, Criminal and Traffic Law
Zali holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Bachelor of Communication and Media, specialising in Marketing Communication and Advertising from the University of Wollongong.
Zali Kelly
Solicitor, Criminal and Traffic Law
Graeme Morrison
Partner and Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law
LLB/BJURIS (UNSW) – Bachelor of Laws & Bachelor of Jurisprudence
Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law – NSW Law Society
Recommended Regional Criminal Lawyer – Doyles Guide
President – Albion Park Chamber of Commerce
Secretary – Illawarra Folk Club
Graeme was identified as an Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law by the NSW Law Society more than 20 years ago. He has extensive experience in all aspects of criminal law in courts throughout NSW.
Graeme is fuelled by the inherent variety and diversity of criminal law, deriving inspiration from adapting to different situations and addressing the unique aspects of each case. In 2020, 2022 and 2023, his expertise earned him recognition in Doyle’s rankings as a Recommended Criminal Lawyer in Regional NSW.
Graeme brings a wealth of experience to his role and clients, having started his career with the Aboriginal Legal Service and later as a solicitor at the Public Solicitors in Wollongong, now known as Legal Aid. With over four decades of practice, he founded ‘Graeme Morrison Law’ in 2010, later rebranded as ‘Morrisons’ in 2016.
Throughout his extensive career, Graeme has handled a diverse range of complex criminal cases – including murder, sexual assault, fraud, theft, housebreaking, domestic violence, drug and firearms offences – and has achieved a remarkable success rate. He thrives on the challenges of criminal law, always striving for the best outcomes for his clients and consequently recording a high success rate in his cases over the years.
Outside of his dedication to the legal field, Graeme gives his time back to the local community. He holds a number of positions within local community organisations, such as the Albion Park Chamber of Commerce and the Illawarra Folk Club.
Matthew Ward
Partner and Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law
LLB/GDLP (UOW) – Bachelor of Laws and Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law – NSW Law Society
Leading Regional Criminal Lawyer – Doyles Guide
Previous finalist – Australian Law Awards – 30 under 30 (criminal law)
Regional Lawyer of the Year – Australian Law Awards (2024)
Accredited Specialist Advisory Committee (Criminal Law)
Criminal Law Chair – Wollongong and District Law Society
His outstanding skills were acknowledged in 2017 when he was identified as an Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law by the NSW Law Society. At the time, he was one of the youngest successful candidates to obtain specialist accreditation in NSW.
In 2018, he became a partner at Morrisons and was appointed to the Criminal Law Specialist Accreditation Advisory Committee with the NSW Law Society. This committee is responsible for setting and marking assessments for solicitors applying to be accredited specialists in criminal law.
In 2019 and 2020, Matthew was a finalist in the Lawyers Weekly 30 under 30 in the category of Criminal Law. This is an Australia-wide assessment that identifies excellence in the field for people 30 years or younger. Also in 2019, he developed Morrisons’ Moot with the University of Wollongong – a criminal advocacy moot designed to assist and guide a student’s interest in learning about courtroom advocacy.
In 2020, 2021, 2022 and 2023 he was recognised as a Leading Criminal Lawyer in Regional NSW in the Doyle’s guide and is currently the Criminal Law Chair of the Wollongong and District Law Society. The Daily Telegraph has also recognised Matthew as one of the most influential lawyers in NSW.
In 2024, he was awarded the Regional Lawyer of the Year at the Australian Law Awards. This is a national awards program that identifies top legal professionals and firms across Australia.
Matthew is known for his meticulous preparation, attention to detail, strategic thinking and courtroom advocacy across all types of criminal law proceedings.
He advises and appears for clients in serious and complex criminal proceedings and regularly appears before the Local, District and Supreme Courts throughout NSW. He focuses on serious criminal offences such as murder, manslaughter, large scale drug supply, tax fraud, kidnapping, shootings, sexual offences and many more.
Matthew also appears in select civil cases against the NSW Police for false imprisonment, assault and battery, trespass and malicious prosecution.
Analise Ritchie
Solicitor, Criminal and Traffic Law
LLB/GDLP (UOW) – Bachelor of Laws and Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
BIntSt (UOW) – Bachelor of International Studies
Criminal Law Rising Star – Doyles Guide
NSW Law Society
In 2018, Analise was awarded a scholarship under the Australian Government’s New Colombo Plan to participate in the University of Wollongong’s Malaysian Internship Program. This involved a four-week internship at Shook Lin and Bok in Kuala Lumpur. As an intern, she gained significant experience in an overseas firm and in varying types of law.
Throughout her time at university, Analise exhibited a strong commitment to her field – actively engaging with the University of Wollongong Law Student’s Society and providing valuable mentorship to first-year law students. Her passion for advocacy shone through in her successful participation in numerous court advocacy competitions.
Since her admission as a solicitor, Analise has exclusively specialised in criminal and traffic law. In this time, she has gained a wide variety of experience – regularly appearing in court for defended hearings, sentences and bail applications.
Analise also appears in more complex matters in the NSW District and Supreme Courts, representing clients in appeals, sentences, trials and bail applications. She works on a range of criminal and traffic matters including assault, domestic violence, fraud, sexual offences, driving and drug-related cases.
Analise is committed to delivering quality legal advice to the local communities of the Illawarra, Southern Highlands and South Coast regions. Her motivation to help people in need or who are travelling through hard times is evident in her case success since she has been a part of the Morrisons team.
Cameron Meaney
Solicitor, Criminal and Traffic Law
LLB/GDLP (UOW) – Bachelor of Laws and Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
BCom (UOW) – Bachelor of Commerce (International Economics) with Distinction
NSW Law Society
He earned his double degree in Law and Commerce with a specialisation in International Economics from the University of Wollongong. During his university journey, Cameron’s remarkable efforts in founding the charity, Young Clothes for Homelessness (YCFH), earned him the prestigious Community Engagement Scholarship.
YCFH was designed to channel quality pre-loved clothes from the community into the hands of youth experiencing homelessness. This charity operated by hosting events and collaborating with local businesses and groups to maximise the opportunity to collect quality garments. The clothes were then donated to the Wollongong Homeless Hub.
During 2018, Cameron completed an internship program with Morrisons and gained valuable experience in assisting the solicitors in and out of the courtroom. This unique internship solidified Cameron’s commitment and passion for criminal and traffic law.
Cameron went on to complete his Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice and was admitted as a solicitor. Cameron exclusively specialises in criminal and traffic law, with a focus of providing high quality advocacy and legal advice for every client.
With a comprehensive skill set, Cameron has made appearances before the NSW Local Court and District Court taking on a wide array of cases – from hearings and bail applications to sentences, trials and appeals. He specialises in criminal and traffic law, with notable experience in handling cases related to sexual offences, assaults, alcohol and drug-related driving incidents as well as proceeds of crime charges.
Zali Kelly
Solicitor, Criminal and Traffic Law
Zali has worked exclusively in criminal law, beginning her career while studying through her role as a volunteer paralegal at the Aboriginal Legal Service in the criminal law division. This exposure provided her with invaluable insights into the systemic challenges faced by individuals navigating the criminal justice system. This experience deepened her commitment to advocating for those in difficult situations.
During her time at the Aboriginal Legal Service, Zali regularly attended the Children’s, Local and District Court where she gained a wide variety of experience across criminal matters from minor offences to more serious charges. She was involved in all stages of legal proceedings from initial consultations and bail applications through to case preparation and sentence. This comprehensive involvement allowed her to develop a well-rounded understanding of criminal law. As the initial point of contact for many clients in this role, Zali is adept at communicating complex legal proceedings in a clear and precise way. Her ability to explain legal concepts and processes ensures clients feel empowered to make informed decisions about their proceedings and their rights.
Now at Morrisons, Zali remains inspired by the diverse, intricate and complex nature of criminal law. Her experiences have shaped her approach, driving her to aim to offer a strong, supportive voice for those navigating the criminal justice system as well as driving her to offer empathetic support to clients.
Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law
Award winning and recognised as leading criminal lawyers throughout regional NSW
60+ years experience
Experienced lawyers who practice exclusively in criminal and traffic law
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