Obituary — Gerard P Long

Bar Roll No: 2663

Gerard Long, born on 5 July 1961, was an esteemed member of the Victorian Bar for 27 years. Gerard was born in Sydney, before moving to Melbourne with his family during early childhood. As the eldest of five siblings, he maintained a close relationship with his brothers and sisters. During his secondary education at Melbourne Grammar, Gerard participated passionately in sports and eventually became the Captain of the school soccer team in his final year.

Gerard pursued a law degree at Melbourne University, graduating in 1984. He began his professional career at Coopers & Lybrand before being admitted to practice law in July 1987. In 1989, Gerard moved back to Sydney and was admitted to practice in New South Wales in February 1990. He later returned to Victoria, where he re-signed the Bar Roll on 7 August 1991. Throughout his career, Gerard primarily practised in criminal law within the Magistrates' Court and later in the Children’s Court.

Gerard retired in 2018 after a long and impactful career. He was well-known for his affection for his schnauzers, having owned many over the years.

Gerard will be deeply missed by his numerous friends, four siblings, and colleagues in the legal profession, with whom he often enjoyed a well-deserved debrief at the Mint.

Vale Gerard.

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