Daniella began her legal career at a top tier international law firm, before finding her passion in criminal defence law. Daniella has been a Director and Principal Lawyer of a law firm since 2006 and founded Markotich Lawyers in 2008.

Daniella is a leading female criminal lawyer in Melbourne. She commenced her career in criminal defence at the height of the gangland wars in Melbourne, and with a career spanning over 23 years, has established herself as one of Victoria’s most respected criminal lawyers.

With a large and loyal client base, Daniella has earned the trust of her clients and a reputation amongst her adversaries as a fierce negotiator and dedicated advocate, relentless in her pursuit for justice and exceptional outcomes in every case. Her meticulous preparation, strategic approach and in-depth knowledge of each and every matter is the cornerstone of her success in the industry. Daniella is renowned for her fight, putting police and prosecution in all jurisdictions to proof in every element of every charge, often resulting in withdrawal of charges at the early inception of the case, saving the client long and protracted involvement in the judicial system and associated expense.

Importantly, Daniella offers an unmatched level of compassion and professional warmth, supporting clients in navigating through the complexities and unknowns of the criminal justice system. Whether it is your first time before the court, you’re an industry professional or a client that presents with an extensive prior history, Daniella’s expertise and tailored approach to each case guarantees elite representation.

She is committed to representing the rights of clients in all Criminal, Intervention Order and Motor Traffic Law matters and regularly appears in court, having defended thousands of matters in the Magistrates’, County and Supreme Court and the Court of Criminal Appeal in some of the most complex and high-stakes cases in Victoria. She is also in demand in jurisdictions around Australia and often travels interstate to represent clients.

Daniella brings clarity, confidence, and control to even the most high-pressure situations. Her clients rely on her not only for her legal expertise, but for her unwavering commitment to protecting their rights and their future.