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In the News: Peter at William Spedding’s Bail Application

Peter O’Brien was featured on ABC News last night (17 June, 2015). Peter appeared as a solicitor in the bail application for the high-profile accused William Spedding. Mr Spedding faces charges of historical child sex offences. These charges were ultimately thrown out and Mr Spedding won $1.48 million from the NSW Police for malicious prosecution.

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Channel 7’s nightly news also featured the story: that clip can be watched here.

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Peter O'Brien is the Principal Solicitor of O'Brien Criminal & Civil Solicitors and Australia's leading expert in intentional torts litigation, with over 25 years of experience securing landmark victories in malicious prosecution and unlawful imprisonment cases. Author of Intentional Tort Litigation in Australia and recipient of the Law Council of Australia President's Medal, Peter has achieved record-breaking compensation for clients and is widely recognised for his unwavering commitment to access to justice.

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Peter O'Brien is the Principal Solicitor and founder of O’Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors, bringing over 25 years of specialised experience in criminal defence and civil litigation.

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