Open and Shut Case: Open Justice, Closed Courts and Suppression Orders for Criminal Lawyers

This is a recording of session 2 of the 2025 Foley's February criminal law series.

In this session, Ruth Champion, Natalie Simpson & Louis Andrews discusses the principals of open justice and presents five key questions to ask before applying for a suppression order, emphasising a need for thorough case preparation, effective decision-making, and having a draft order ready to minimise interference with court procedures.

Ruth Champion appears for the prosecution and defence, and, in both trial and appellate matters. Ruth has particular experience in subpoena proceedings including on claims of public interest immunity and legal professional privilege.

Natalie's primary practice is in criminal law, but she also accepts briefs in quasi criminal, family law and public law matters. Natalie has significant experience in a range of crime types including complex drug matters, child sex offences, human trafficking, and white-collar crime.

Louis Andrews has a broad practice in criminal law and public law. In his criminal law practice, he accepts briefs to prosecute and defend. Louis has specialised experience in the intersection of the criminal law and media law, including contempt and suppression orders.