LEADING CRIMINAL DEFENCE LAWYERS

There are two sides to every story. Nothing is black and white.

We get to know your story. We are ready for your defence.

Are you being investigated or have you been charged?

You need strategic advice. The early steps can affect the outcome.

Why choose our Brisbane Criminal Lawyers?

  • Successfully defended 1000+ clients over 10 years

  • Appearing almost daily in the Qld criminal courts

  • Exclusively practising in criminal defence

  • Focusing on strategic criminal defence, to achieve your best outcome

Free 15-minute phone consultation

During the first call, you will speak to a senior criminal lawyer to discuss your case. No booking is needed. Just call us on (07) 3012 6531 or fill in the Quick Enquiry form for a confidential discussion.

Our Brisbane Criminal Lawyers are available now

  • Step 1 - Free 15 minute call

    During the first call, you will speak to a senior criminal lawyer to discuss your case. No booking is needed. Just call us on (07) 3012 6531 or fill in the Quick Enquiry form for a confidential discussion.

  • Step 2 - Email

    After the call, we will send to you an email outlining the process, options, and fee estimate.

  • Step 3 - Confirmation

    Once you confirm for us to go ahead, we can start work immediately.

Leading Criminal Lawyers Brisbane

Why Choose Us

  1. Leading criminal law firm - Our firm has been established for over 10 years. We appear almost daily in the criminal law courts.

  2. Guaranteed experienced criminal lawyer - Each of our senior lawyers have over a decade of experience in criminal law, and a combined practice of over 40 years. We have defended thousands of criminal charges.

  3. Focus on serious and complex crimes - Our lawyers are specifically trained and experienced in high-level serious and complex crimes.

  4. Strategic criminal defence - Every client’s priority is different. We get to know what matters to you. We advise the best strategy to achieve your best outcome.

  5. Attention to your case - Our lawyers have a capped capacity of files, less than half of most firms. This means our lawyers spend time thoroughly examining and preparing your case.

  6. Compassionate approach - We are sensitive to the challenging time for our clients. Our services are delivered with kindness, respect, and understanding. There is no judgement.

Our areas of Criminal Law

  • Violence and organised crimes

    Affray

    Assault occasioning bodily harm

    Bomb hoaxes

    Consorting

    Choking, suffocation, or strangulation

    Explosives

    Going armed so as to cause fear

    Grievous bodily harm

    Human trafficking

    Kidnapping

    Manslaughter

    Murder

    People Smuggling

    Riot

    Stalking

    Terrorism

    Threats

    Weapons

  • Property & Fraud

    Arson

    Break and enter

    Forgery and identity fraud

    Obtaining financial advantage by deception

    Possession of stolen property

    Receiving stolen goods

    Stealing

    Robbery

    Theft by an employee

    Wilful damage

  • Aviation and Transport

    Aviation

    Careless driving

    Carrying weapons on an aircraft or through a screening point before boarding the aircraft

    Carrying prohibited goods on an aircraft or through a screening point before boarding the aircraft

    Dangerous operation of a motor vehicle causing death

    Driving without due care and attention

    Drug driving

    Drink driving

    Endangering the safety of an aircraft

    Evading police

    Heavy vehicle

    Threats and false statements on an aircraft including bomb hoaxes

    Threatening the safety of an aircraft (including the use of a laser pointer)

    Unlawful interference with a crew member in the performance of their duties

    Unlawful Use of Motor Vehicle

  • Drug Offences

    Conspiracy

    Cultivation of prohibited plants

    Drug smuggling

    Exportation of dangerous drugs

    Failure to properly store or secure controlled substances

    Importation of dangerous drugs

    Permitting use of premises

    Possession of a dangerous drug

    Possession of controlled precursors or chemicals used to manufacture drugs

    Possession of drug paraphernalia

    Possession of items used in the commission of drug offences

    Possession of prescription medication without authority

    Producing dangerous drugs

    Supplying dangerous drugs

    Trafficking in dangerous drugs

  • White collar & Cyber crimes

    ASIC

    Bribery

    Computer hacking and misuse

    Centrelink fraud

    Corporate fraud

    Corruption

    Cryptocurrency offences

    Disclosure of official secrets

    Extortion

    Fraud

    Insurance fraud

    Money laundering

    Proceeds of crime

    Tax fraud

    Tainted property

    Using a carriage service to menace, harass, or offence

  • Judicial process & Administration of justice

    Assaulting police officer

    Breach of bail

    Contempt of court

    Contravention of a police direction

    Destruction of evidence

    Escaping lawful custody

    Failing to appear in court

    Failing to comply with court orders

    Failing to provide PIN or password to police

    Impersonating a public officer

    Making false declarations or statutory declarations

    Obstructing police

    Perjury

    Perverting the course of justice

    Resisting arrest

  • Regulatory and Environmental Offences

    Animal cruelty

    Biosecurity breaches

    Building code violations

    Environmental offences

    Fisheries offences

    Food safety

    Forestry offences

    Illegal dumping of waste

    Illegal land clearing

    Marine pollution offences

    Mining and resources offences

    Noise pollution breaches

    Public health order breaches

    Regulatory breaches in licensed industries (e.g., liquor licensing, tobacco regulations)

    Unauthorised water use or theft

    Unlawful disposal of hazardous substances

    Workplace health and safety breaches

RECENT CLIENT OUTCOMES

  • Brisbane District Court - Rape - Not Guilty

  • Ipswich Magistrates Court - Grievous bodily harm - discontinued after successful negotiations

  • Beenleigh Magistrates Court - Choking, suffocation or strangulation - discontinued after successful negotiations

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Assault Occasioning Bodily Harm - mediated

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Fraud - not guilty

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Stalking - discontinued after negotiations

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Possession of dangerous drugs - drug diversion

  • Holland Park Magistrates Court - Common assault - charge dismissed

  • Morningside Police Station - Investigation - rape - finalised with no charges

  • Beenleigh Magistrates Court - Disqualified driving - charge dismissed

  • Beenleigh Magistrates Court - Possession of a dangerous drug - drug diversion and no conviction recorded

  • Brisbane District Court - Fraud - not guilty

  • Court of Appeal - Rape - appeal successful

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Possession of a dangerous drug - $1200 fine, no conviction recorded

  • Caboolture Magistrates Court - Sexual assault - fine and no conviction recorded

  • Warwick Magistrates Court - Production of a dangerous drug, supply of a dangerous drug, possession of a dangerous drug, possession of a firearm - fine

  • Maryborough Magistrates Court - Careless driving (causing death) - wholly suspended term of imprisonment

  • Supreme Court of Queensland - Supplying dangerous drugs - wholly suspended sentence

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Possess dangerous drugs - good behaviour bond

  • Brisbane District Court - Fraud over $100,000.00, money laundering, 8 years’ imprisonment parole eligibility after 2 years

  • Holland Park Magistrates Court - Food safety - fine & no conviction recorded

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Insurance fraud - successful negotiations, charges discontinued

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Extortion, distribute prohibited recordings - $700 fine & no conviction recorded

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Fraud - charge dismissed

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Stealing - good behaviour bond, no conviction recorded

  • Brisbane District Court - Possess child exploitation material - wholly suspended sentence

  • Maroochydore Magistrates Court - Stealing - $1500 fine, no conviction recorded

  • Brisbane Magistrates Court - Driving without due care and attention (causing grievous bodily harm) - probation and no conviction recorded

What our clients have said


  • Generally, if you are questioned by the police about a possible offence, you only need to tell the police your name and address. You may also show them proof of identity if the police ask for it. Before answering any further questions, you should ask to speak to a lawyer. This is because everything you say can be used against you, whether it is electronically recorded or not.

    What you say to the police early on can affect the outcome of your case. It is important to seek advice early and before answering any questions.

  • ‘Qp9’ stands for Queensland Police Form 9, and is the initial paperwork which the police supply to the prosecutor, and they supply to us upon our request. It contains a summary by the police as to the allegations and evidence. It will summarise what the police say you did, and what their evidence is. It is not evidence, but is a summary of it. Upon reviewing the Qp9, we can give you advice about whether you should plead guilty, not guilty, or whether there are other options such as to negotiate. It is not uncommon that upon review of the Qp9, more information is required from the police before you make your decision, and we can request further material on your behalf. This can include witness statements, CCTV footage, or reports from forensic experts.

    It is important to obtain the Qp9 first before you make any decisions about what to do with your case. It is the starting point for any criminal case. We can assist you in requesting the Qp9 from the prosecutor and then giving you advice.

  • The court will consider several factors in deciding whether to record a conviction. This includes the nature of the offence, your character and age, the economic and social impact on you if a conviction is recorded, and your chances of finding employment. It may be necessary to prepare evidence to show the court when arguing not to record a conviction. This may include your employment contract or evidence of industry registration requirements.

    We will advise you through this process to give you the best opportunity to avoid a conviction.

  • Yes - it is important to seek advice early from a lawyer when you are charged by the police. This is because for matters which may appear simple, there could still be serious consequences such as convictions being recorded or driving disqualification periods attached.

    If after speaking with you, and the matter is in fact simple, we can advise what the likely consequences will be if you self-represent, or if there are other options available to you to finish the matter, such as by way of online pleas of guilty to save time and legal fees.

  • Legal fees can be calculated in several ways, such as by an hourly rate or a fixed fee. We will provide an estimate of legal fees to you at the start of the matter and can discuss with you further as to what is best in your circumstances. Other factors which affect legal fees include the nature of the charge, the court, the extent of any criminal history, whether you intend to plead guilty or not guilty, the volume of material, whether expert evidence is required, and whether a barrister is retained on your behalf.

    We understand that legal fees are a practical factor in whether you may retain representation, and we will aim to work with you in coming to an agreement about payment and timeframes according to your circumstances, but without affecting the quality of preparation for your case.

  • Imprisonment may be imposed for cases involving serious crimes. We can advise you after considering information such as the charge, the facts alleged, and any criminal history. Even if imprisonment is within range as an outcome in your case, other options may include a wholly suspended sentence or immediate release on parole. These options are a prison term, but do not require you to actually serve time inside a correctional centre. It allows you to remain in the community under certain conditions. If because of the seriousness of the offences, time within a correctional centre is likely, it is important to argue the least amount of time and we will be able to prepare accordingly for you.

    Depending on the case, other penalty options for the court include a good behaviour bond, a fine, probation, community service, or intensive correction orders. We will advise you what is the likely outcome in your case.

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