Mel Cox
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Mel Cox

Mel Cox

Partner Geelong Lawyers Barristers and Solicitors - Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law

location
Geelong, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number0421 244..

About Mel

Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law LLB (Hons), GDLP Mel is a passionate and empathetic lawyer who is driven to achieve the best possible outcome for her clients. She is a confident and articulate communicator who quickly builds rapport. Mel is a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law, and lectures at Deakin University. She is an experienced lawyer who guides her clients through the complexity of the legal system, whether they be a first-time offender seeking a Diversion or having been committed to stand trial in the County or Supreme Courts of Victoria. She appears in Magistrates Court, Koori Court, Children’s Court and County Court. With a background in Finance and Business Management, Mel utilises her negotiation skills to deliver results. She goes above and beyond for her clients. Mel has strong professional relationships with highly skilled barristers across all jurisdictions. Mel excels in working collaboratively in complex proceedings such as trials in the County Court and Supreme Court of Victoria. Mel has a Bachelor of Laws graduating with Honours from Deakin University and a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from the College of Law.

Practice Areas

Criminal & Traffic

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Resume

Experience

Learning and Development Consultant
Learning and Development Consultant
Link Group (LNK)
Jan 1970 - Present · 56 years 5 months
Project Manager
Project Manager
Skilled Group
Jan 1970 - Present · 56 years 5 months
Clinical Solicitor @ Deakin Law Clinic
Clinical Solicitor @ Deakin Law Clinic
Deakin University
Dec 2022 - Sep 2023 · 9 months
Casual Academic
Casual Academic
Deakin University
Jul 2022 - Present · 3 years 11 months
Partner
Partner
Geelong Lawyers, Barristers and Solicitors
Jul 2022 - Present · 3 years 11 months
Criminal Defence Lawyer
Criminal Defence Lawyer
Geelong Lawyers, Barristers and Solicitors
Jan 2019 - Jul 2022 · 3 years 6 months
Legal Administrator
Legal Administrator
The Finn Group International
Feb 2016 - Dec 2019 · 3 years 10 months
Finance Administration Manager
Finance Administration Manager
Magellan Projects Pty Ltd
Jan 2011 - Jan 2016 · 5 years
Business Consultant
Business Consultant
Various Companies
Jan 2007 - Jan 2011 · 4 years
Instructional Designer - ODBMS Project
Instructional Designer - ODBMS Project
Target
Jan 2000 - Jan 2001 · 1 year
Business Analyst - SAP Project
Business Analyst - SAP Project
Manheim
Jan 1999 - Jan 2000 · 1 year

Education

Bachelor of Laws - LLB (Honours)
Bachelor of Laws - LLB (Honours)
Deakin University
1970
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice
The College of Law Australia
1970

Contact Information

Geelong, VIC

LocationLevel 1 / 16 Malop St, Geelong, VIC
Click to Reveal Phone Number03 5221 ..
WebsiteView Website

Practice Certificate

Name
Mel Cox
Specialisations
Advocacy, Criminal Law, Family Violence/Statutory Offences
Certification type
Principal with Trust
Region
VIC
CheckLast checked: 13 May 2026•
Checked with the Victorian Legal Services Board

Practice Categories

Criminal & Traffic
  • Criminal Law
  • Driving Offences
  • General Advice