Alison joined GT Stewart in December 2025 as a Caseworker in our Criminal Defence team. Before moving to England, Alison grew up in Australia, where she studied at Griffith University and received the Griffith University Medal for Academic Excellence. Following her graduation, she worked as an Associate to a District Court Judge in Queensland, gaining valuable insight into judicial processes.

Alison subsequently worked as a Youth Justice representative, supporting young and vulnerable individuals as they navigated the court system. She later joined the Legal Aid Commission in Australia as a Defence Solicitor, where she represented adult clients in both summary and indictable matters across the Australian Capital Territory. In this role, she also served as a duty lawyer, providing advice and representation to those in need.

Her experience includes instructing on cases across multiple jurisdictions, including the Magistrates’, District, and Supreme Courts in both Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory.

Prior to joining GT Stewart, Alison built a strong foundation in criminal defence and advocacy, and client care across a broad range of matters.

Education and Qualifications

• Bachelor of Laws (Honours I), Griffith University
• Bachelor of Criminology and Criminal Justice, Griffith University
• Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, College of Law
• Restorative Justice Conferencing Accreditation
• Admitted as a Solicitor in Queensland
• Admitted as a Solicitor in the Australian Capital Territory

Interests Outside of work

Alison enjoys reading and is often attending her local library.