We have a criminal defence practice with a well-earned reputation for providing defendants with sound legal representation in all kinds of criminal hearings and trials.

Founded on a principle that anyone accused of a crime is presumed innocent until proven guilty, we work tirelessly to protect the rights of our clients and help them navigate the criminal justice system.

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Experience

  • Involved in over 100 jury trials representing people on a range of criminal charges included serious violence offences, sexual violation, supplying drugs, aggravated robbery, driving offences, kidnapping and domestic violence.
  • Acting for a tradesman charged with indecent assault resulting in the charge being dismissed
  • Negotiation with Crown prosecutor to have strangulation charge (7 year maximum penalty) downgraded to assault on a female (2 year maximum penalty) and the opportunity for diversion subject completing an anger management course.
  • Successfully opposed media applications for a young man facing an aggravated robbery charge.

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