Hugh Woods Director at Woods & Co Lawyers

Hugh joined Woods & Co Lawyers in 2015, prior to being admitted to practice in early 2018. He has practiced exclusively within Criminal and Traffic Law ever since.

Hugh has developed a wide range of experience before South Australian Courts having represented clients charged with offences from Murder to Speeding. Hugh’s practice extends to bail applications and appellate proceedings. He has also assisted clients with disciplinary hearings, having dealt with the Teachers Registration Board, the International Crime Corporation Central Authority, the Parole Board of South Australia, and the Firearms Registrar of South Australia.

Hugh has been recognised for his practice in Criminal Law, having been voted a ‘Criminal Law Rising Star’ by Doyle’s Guide in 2022 and having been included in an article published by The Advertiser in 2023 titled ‘Adelaide’s best up and coming criminal lawyers’.

Hugh is the Chairperson of the Water Polo South Australia Disciplinary Tribunal and also the Player Advocate for the Adelaide University Football Club (SAAFL).

In his final year of law school, Hugh represented Flinders University at the Australian Law Students Association (ALSA) ‘Witness Examination’ competition. He was named the Australian and New Zealand Champion. He becomes the second South Australian to achieve this since the competition began in 1981.

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Testimonials

“Very professional law firm, at the very top of their trade. Mr Hugh Woods was very honest and upfront with all my options relating to my case and possible outcomes. He achieved an outcome which I thought was not possible. He took time with my case and went through all the specific details and his presentation in court was detailed to the last line. I would recommend him to anyone who needs assistance with a lawyer. The firm’s pricing is fair and there are no hidden costs involved. Very responsive to all enquiries for clients in a timely manner.”

Obrie Rugube

“I have to say that I was very fortunate to have Woods & Co represent me with my Traffic Offence problem. I had been to other firms getting information on what I can do, but Hugh Woods was the only one who talked to me like a person and not a number. Right from the girls at reception to meeting with Hugh Woods was so extremely warm and welcoming, it was hard to believe that I was in a law firm. If you are ever in need of a Law Firm that will treat you with dignity, respect, understanding and take into account your personal financial circumstances, I strongly recommend you go see the Woods & Co Team. Thank you so much Hugh. You are a top bloke.”

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Michael Woods
Michael WoodsDirector
Michael Woods is passionate about the firm and commitment to excellence. He has trained many solicitors who have now opened their own practice. He opened the firm in 2000 after working for a leading defence criminal lawyer.
Ben Chehade
Ben ChehadeSolicitor
Ben Chehade graduated with an Honours Degree in Law from the University of Adelaide in 2012. After owning a successful business, he returned the law, focusing on criminal and traffic law. He is hardworking and strives for excellence.
Vivian Ngo
Vivian NgoSolicitor
Vivian joined Woods & Co to practise exclusively in Criminal Law after having worked in general practice across a broad range of areas including criminal and civil law. She has experience instructing preeminent counsel across all jurisdictions. Vivian is bilingual and speaks Vietnamese.

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