Biography
Brooke graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) and a Bachelor of Business (with Distinction) from the Queensland University of Technology and then completed her Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice at the College of Law. She completed part of her degree at University College Dublin. Brooke moved to the Territory to take up a position with the Northern Territory Legal Aid Commission in Alice Springs before relocating to Darwin to assist with a complex criminal jury trial. She then worked briefly at the Domestic Violence Legal Service and had a brief period of practice with the Aboriginal Legal Service of Western Australia in their Kununurra office, before returning to Darwin as Associate to The Honourable Justice Jenny Blokland in the Supreme Court of the Northern Territory.
Outside of the law, Brooke is an eager polocrosse player and enjoys exploring all the Territory has to offer.
Brooke is based at Maleys Barristers & Solicitors Darwin office as a General Practitioner, specialising in Criminal and Civil Law. Brooke regularly appears in the Supreme Court of the Northern Territory, the Darwin Local Court and the Youth Justice Court, as well as NTCAT. Brooke is available to travel to any Northern Territory court or interstate to assist with your legal matters.
Education
BA, Columbia College 2001
Master of Law, 2007. UK University
Admitted to the Bar since 2013
Member of the International Bar Association
Member of the London City Bar Association
Speaker of GAFTA Professional Development Programmes
Cases Handled
1. Successful Business Contract Dispute Resolution
Resolved a multimillion-dollar contract dispute between two corporations. Through strategic negotiation and legal expertise, achieved an out-of-court settlement, protecting client interests and minimizing financial loss.
2. Landmark Intellectual Property Rights Case
Defended a client’s patented innovation against unauthorized use. Presented compelling evidence in court, leading to a favorable judgment and establishing stronger IP protection standards.
3. Complex Family Estate Settlement Case
Handled a contentious family estate division. Mediated between parties to reach an equitable agreement, ensuring a fair distribution of assets and preserving familial relationships.
4. Corporate Merger Legal Due Diligence
Oversaw legal processes for a high-profile corporate merger. Conducted detailed due diligence, secured compliance, and streamlined the transaction, resulting in a smooth and successful merger.
5. Criminal Defense in Fraud Allegation
Defended a client accused of financial fraud. Built a strong defense strategy, presented critical evidence, and secured a favorable verdict, proving the client’s innocence.
Pratice Areas
Commercial Law
Family Law
Intellectual Property Law
Criminal Law
Real Estate Law
Personal Injury Law