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Criminal Defence Lawyers Sydney

If you're searching for a criminal defence lawyer in Sydney, NS Criminal Lawyers & Associates represents clients from two offices, in Barangaroo and Parramatta, at every stage of the NSW criminal justice process. Call anytime for free phone advice on urgent matters - every conversation is confidential.

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What We Defend

A summary of the criminal and traffic matters we regularly handle. Select an area for a full breakdown of charges, penalties and defences.

Assault
AVOs
Domestic Violence
Drug Possession
Drug Supply
Break & Enter
Fraud
Sexual Offences
Firearms & Weapons
Robbery
Bail Applications
Criminal Appeals
Drink Driving
Traffic Offences

Why Choose NS Criminal Lawyers & Associates

Led by an Experienced Defence Lawyer

Muhammad Siddique, Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer, holds a Master of Laws (LLM) and is admitted to practise in the Supreme Court of New South Wales and the High Court of Australia.

Available Around the Clock

A criminal charge doesn't wait for business hours, and neither do we. Phone advice is available 24/7 for urgent matters.

Barangaroo and Parramatta

Two Sydney offices mean we're well placed to represent clients across the CBD, inner city and Western Sydney courts.

Courts We Appear In

  • Local Courts across Sydney, including the Downing Centre Local Court, for summary offences, AVO matters, bail applications and committal proceedings.
  • District Court of NSW, for more serious indictable offences and appeals from the Local Court.
  • Supreme Court of NSW, for the most serious criminal matters and complex bail applications.

For a general guide to what happens once your matter is before a court, see Going to Court: What to Expect.

Fees

If your matter is urgent, phone advice costs nothing - call us for guidance the moment you've been charged or questioned.

Where an in-person consultation is needed, this is a paid service. Contact us for current consultation rates.

Frequently Asked Questions

We provide free phone advice for urgent matters, so you can get guidance straight away if you've been charged or are being questioned by police. In-person consultations are a paid service - contact us for current consultation rates.

Avoid making statements about the matter to anyone other than your lawyer, including on social media, and don't answer further police questions without advice. Keep any documents you're given, such as a Court Attendance Notice or bail paperwork, and contact a criminal defence lawyer before your first court date so you understand your options.

You're not legally required to have one, but even a minor charge can lead to a recorded conviction that affects your employment, travel and professional licensing. A lawyer can advise you on whether options such as a Section 10 non-conviction order may be available in your case.

In Australia the terms are generally used interchangeably - both describe a lawyer who represents people accused of criminal offences, rather than prosecuting them. Some firms use 'criminal defence lawyer' specifically to signal that they act only for the accused, which is the case for our practice.

We appear in Local Courts across Sydney, including the Downing Centre Local Court, as well as the District Court of NSW and the Supreme Court of NSW, depending on how the charge is classified.

Yes. Phone advice is available 24/7 for urgent matters, including if you or someone you know is currently being questioned or detained by police.

Contact Us

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Hours

Available 24/7 for urgent matters.

Standard office hours: Mon - Sat, 8:00am - 6:00pm.

Barangaroo Office

Level 35, Tower One Barangaroo
International Towers, 100 Barangaroo Ave
Barangaroo NSW 2000

Parramatta Office

Level 14, 3 Parramatta Square
152 Macquarie Street
Parramatta NSW 2150

Author: Muhammad Siddique, Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer (LLM, admitted Supreme Court of New South Wales and High Court of Australia) | Reviewed by: NS Criminal Lawyers & Associates | Jurisdiction: New South Wales

The information on this website is general information only and is not legal advice. You should obtain legal advice about your specific circumstances.