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Mr. Akshay Bhakta
Criminal Defence Lawyer
Mr. Akshay Bhakta
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Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Laws (Deakin University)
- Bachelor of Commerce (Deakin University)
- Graduate Diploma (Leo Cussen) – ongoing
Key Experience
- Rape, sexual assault, grooming, and strangulation offences
- Kidnapping, extortion, blackmail, armed robbery, aggravated burglary, home invasion, assault, recklessly or intentionally causing serious injury, dangerous driving causing serious injury, commercial drug trafficking, cultivation, possession, and firearms charges
- Federal offences including carriage service matters and fraud under the Federal Crimes Act
- Plea hearings, diversion hearings, sentence indications, and contest mentions
- Bail applications and committal proceedings
- Instructing in Magistrates’ Court hearings and County Court trials
- Family violence intervention order (FVIVO) and personal safety intervention order (PSIVO) applications and defences, including cross-applications and particulars
Akshay is a passionate advocate with a strong foundation in criminal law, committed to delivering diligent and effective representation to every client.
Akshay Bhakta is a dedicated and highly capable criminal defence lawyer at Jay & Co Barristers and Solicitors. Despite his young age, he has already accumulated extensive courtroom experience across a wide spectrum of criminal matters in both Magistrates’ and higher courts.
Akshay regularly appears in Mentions, Contest Mentions, Plea Hearings, Filing Hearings, and Committal Mentions at Magistrates’ Courts throughout Victoria. He has conducted bail applications in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, instructed in a SORA hearing in the Supreme Court, and appeared in the County Court for appeals, pleas involving serious federal offences, and a rape trial. He has also represented clients in interstate proceedings.
Akshay currently manages a substantial and diverse caseload, ranging from summary offences to serious indictable crimes. He is known for his robust preparation, advocacy skills, and unwavering commitment to protecting his clients’ rights and achieving just outcomes.
About me:
As a junior criminal defence lawyer, Akshay hit the ground running, gaining extensive courtroom experience across a diverse range of criminal matters. Akshay appeared in Mentions and Contest Mentions at various Magistrates’ Courts, including Melbourne, Dandenong, Frankston, Ringwood, Heidelberg, and Moorabbin, confidently advocating for my clients. Akshay has also conducted a bail application in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, demonstrating my ability to navigate high-stakes proceedings with precision and care. Akshay’s experience extends to higher courts, where he has instructed in a SORA Hearing in the Supreme Court and made appearances in the County Court for both an appeal matter and a plea involving a serious federal offence. Akshay has also instructed in a rape trial in the County Court, showcasing my capacity to handle complex and sensitive cases. Currently, Akshay manages a robust caseload of numerous matters, ranging from summary offences to serious indictable crimes. This diverse portfolio reflects Akshay’s commitment to providing diligent and effective representation to every client. As a passionate and driven advocate, Akshay is dedicated to upholding justice, protecting Jay & CO’s clients’ rights, and building a strong foundation in criminal law.