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Their strategic approach, attention to detail, and commitment to achieving the best possible outcome made all the difference. I couldn’t have asked for a better legal team to represent me. If you’re looking for skilled and supportive legal professionals, I highly recommend Hugo Group.
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I want to start of by thanking the whole Hugo team , Callam Parker , Lana white , and Jack Hudson and the whole team . Thank you all for the amazing work and amazing results you give to your clients .i recommend anyone who is reading my review to trust HUGO LAW GROUP to get the results you truly wish for.
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I was really struggling to find someone who was willing to back me in upon my stance
From the minute I spoke to Callum upon the phone, he gave me hope and confidence that we could get a positive outcome.
The manner in which you achieved this was outstanding, and has provided me with a rare victory in these very trying times.
Thank you again Callum. I greatly appreciate your help
Callum helped me get through a very difficult issue that resulted in an outcome beyond my greatest expectations.
In my experience, Callum is a great litigator and he actually does care about getting the best outcome for his clients.
The lawyer I was appointed with is Hudson and he was Polite, Professional and Exceptional with his work. He guided me through all the procedures needed to be discussed and provided me with the best results.
5/5 would recommend.
I truly appreciate the time and effort they put into my case, and I always felt heard and supported. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend Hugo Law Firm to anyone needing legal assistance, especially with family violence restraining orders. Their commitment to their clients is exceptional, and I’m incredibly grateful for their help.
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Came to him last minute in a difficult situation and not only was he able to get the outcome we wanted he went above and beyond in every way possible to secure the best outcome.
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Tom Taylor
Partner — Perth / Canberra
Tom Taylor
Partner — Perth / Canberra
m. 0401 439 363
e.[email protected]
Perth
t. (08) 6255 6909
Canberra
t. (02) 5104 9640
Tom is a Partner of Hugo Law Group and the Supervising Partner of the firm’s Perth office. Widely regarded as one of the most talented and successful criminal defence lawyers in Australia, he represents clients across Western Australia.
Tom has earned the respect of clients, lawyers and judges through years of dedicated practice in criminal defence. He built his career in criminal defence firms in Sydney and country NSW before establishing himself as one of Canberra’s leading criminal lawyers. His practice has taken him to courts in every Australian state and territory, and he appears regularly in Western Australia, the ACT and New South Wales.
With years of experience in criminal defence and through his time in the Australian Army, he knows the right time to bring an aggressive approach. He has a reputation for winning matters others considered unwinnable and is the lawyer of choice for clients facing serious charges.
Tom has a rare ability to make real connections with his clients and earn their trust. His combination of street smarts and fighting spirit makes him a formidable advocate in hearings and trials.
Before joining the legal profession, Tom worked in sports management and as a professional ocean lifeguard in Australia and Japan. He understands that for a professional athlete, a criminal charge is rarely the only problem. Tom has represented sportspeople in multiple hearings and manages integrity unit investigations and criminal proceedings side by side, protecting both the case and the career.
Tom has been repeatedly voted as a preeminent lawyer in the Doyle’s Guide for Canberra Criminal Defence Lawyers. In 2024 he was named Criminal Law Partner of the Year in the 2024 Lawyer’s Weekly Awards.
Perry Q Wood
Partner — Melbourne / Sydney
Perry Q Wood
Partner — Melbourne / Sydney
Melbourne
t.(02) 9696 1361
m. 0425 704 739
e. [email protected]
Perry Q Wood is a Partner of Hugo Law Group and responsible for the firm’s growth and strategy.
Awarded Managing Partner of the Year at the Australian Law Awards in 2026, recognised internationally by Best Lawyers and consistently ranked by the Doyle’s Guide and Lawyers Weekly, he is one of Australia’s best lawyers.
Mr Wood is the Immediate Past National President of the Australian Institute of Administrative Law.
Mr Wood is a former Senior Member / Practice Leader of Australia’s administrative review tribunal (AAT). Earlier, he trained as a solicitor at Clayton Utz and served as the Chief Judge’s Associate at the County Court (to His Honour Chief Judge Rozenes AO QC).
Away from the law, Mr Wood is responsible for a multi-million dollar investment portfolio as Chair of the Investment Committee of the Australian Institute of International Affairs, first established as a branch of London’s Royal Institute of International Affairs (“Chatham House”) in Victoria in 1924.
Sanjay Selvakumaran
Partner — Sydney
Sanjay is a specialist civil litigation lawyer with over 15 years of experience in civil suits involving government agencies and private insurers. He has worked in a number of complex and high-value cases involving Police conduct, intentional torts and insurance disputes. He has appeared or instructed counsel in most Courts, including the NSW Court of Appeal and High Court.
Sanjay brings his experience representing agencies such as the NSW Police Force and Corrective Services to assist Hugo Law Group’s clients through the civil litigation arm of the Court system in claims involving false imprisonment, assault/battery, negligence and malicious prosecution.
Before joining Hugo Law Group, Sanjay practiced as Special Counsel, Senior Associate and Solicitor Advocate at specialist insurance litigation firms. Sanjay was also employed as a tipstaff to a Supreme Court (now Court of Appeal) Judge.
Sanjay has been involved in the following selected and published cases:
- State of New South Wales v Ouhammi (2019) 101 NSWLR 160 – appeal proceedings raising issues about the proper application of the Civil Liability Act 2002 (NSW).
- Lee v NSW Commissioner of Police (No.3) [2019] NSWSC 694 – unlawful procurement of a search warrant and client legal privilege.
- CH v State of New South Wales [2017] NSWSC 1607 – alleged malicious procurement of a search warrant.
- SunWater Limited v Liberty Mutual Insurance Company & Ors [2023] HCASL 55 – insurance dispute involving excess liability insurers of a Queensland dam operator sued in a class action in relation to 2011 floods.
Sanjay serves on the NSW Law Society Litigation Law and Practice Committee and the NSW Claims Discussion Group Committee.
Criminal Law Perth
As a premier criminal defence law firm in Perth, Western Australia, Hugo Law Group is dedicated to bringing our experience, skills and knowledge in order to safeguard your rights.
Criminal law is a complex domain with a myriad of charges and offences falling under its purview. Each charge presents unique complexities and sensitivities that require careful consideration.
With an innate understanding of criminal law and a tailored approach to each case, we strive to comprehend and advocate for your perspective. As highly esteemed criminal law specialists, we leave no stone unturned in building a robust defence.
Facing accusations or charges for a criminal offence can be an overwhelming and highly emotional experience. Hugo Law Group Perth serves as a guiding presence during this challenging time, ensuring you are well-informed about available options and the necessary steps forward.
Our criminal defence lawyers in Perth appear in court regularly, bringing the experience needed to navigate the criminal law system and attain the best possible outcome for you.
Perth Criminal Law Experts You Can Trust
Being accused of a crime is emotionally overwhelming, with serious short- and long-term consequences that can affect your life. At Hugo Law Group Perth, we provide strategic advice tailored to sentencing outcomes—from fines and community service to imprisonment.
Short-term penalties may include bonds, fines, or gaol, while long-term impacts like a criminal conviction can restrict travel and career opportunities.
With deep understanding of both the human and legal aspects of criminal law, our Perth experts guide you through your best options—whether appearing before a magistrate, judge, or jury.
Hugo Law Group’s specialised criminal defence lawyers handle a full range of offences, including assault, dishonesty, firearms, murder, manslaughter, perjury, robbery, sexual assault, and more.
Perth Criminal Law FAQs
Criminal law covers the only area of law where, if the allegation is proved, sentences of imprisonment and other highly punitive penalties or restrictions of liberty can be imposed by courts.
Criminal law can be contrasted with civil law where a breach may only involve civil fines and other consequences that do not involve a deprivation of liberty.
A criminal case is typically brought against an individual or company by or on behalf of the state, through police or the director of public prosecutions. In civil law, disputes will often be between parties and these parties can be individuals, companies, organisations and even governments.
Penalties for drug possession vary based on the quantity of the relevant drug, the maximum available penalty, the seriousness of the offence and an offender’s past history of criminal convictions, if any. Small quantities may result in cautions or warnings, while larger amounts can lead to fines or imprisonment.
Experienced Criminal Lawyers in Perth
Facing criminal charges can be overwhelming and stressful. At Hugo Law Group Perth, our criminal lawyers provide clear information and expert legal representation, ensuring you fully understand the charges, burden of proof, and your options.
With your life and future at stake, we take the time to understand your unique situation and deliver strategic advice tailored to your case. Whether you plead guilty or not guilty, our commitment to defending your story is unwavering.
As Perth’s trusted criminal defence lawyers, our team combines extensive experience and dedication to guide you from the initial charge through to court defence.
Criminal law is complex and each offence requires specialist knowledge. At Hugo Law Group, criminal law is our core expertise, and we pride ourselves on providing the level of service you would expect for a loved one in need.