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Biography
Peter Maley has been practising criminal law in the Northern Territory for over 30 years and has significant experience in dealing with serious crime, white-collar offences and traffic law.
Peter is a proud Territorian who grew up in Darwin’s rural area and has built a reputation in the community as a strong leader, an excellent communicator and resolute tactician.
Well-respected for his expertise and local knowledge, Peter has built an extensive client base across the Northern Territory from Alice Springs to Darwin and into Western Australian from Kununurra to Broome. His criminal defence practice now extends to Southeast Asia where his skills are growing in demand.
In his spare time, Peter spends time with his family following his passion for fishing, hunting and the great outdoors
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