Accredited Specialist Criminal Law

Expert Defence Lawyers for Assault, Drug, Traffic and Serious Criminal Charges

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OUR TEAM

Armstrong Legal has a dedicated and experienced team of criminal defence lawyers who practice exclusively in Criminal and Traffic Law. The primary focus of each of our lawyers is the service provided to their clients. We recognise that facing criminal or traffic charges can be confronting and stressful and has potentially serious consequences.

At Armstrong Legal, we understand that being charged with a Criminal or Traffic offence can be an incredibly stressful time and we pride ourselves on our ability to guide you through the process, every step of the way. Criminal and Traffic law can be incredibly complex. It is important to have expert advice in your corner, to help you defend your matter, or obtain a sentence that will not impact your life, family or employment negatively.

With three of our Criminal lawyers recognised by the Law Society of New South Wales as Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law, Armstrong Legal's criminal lawyers have the skill, experience and expertise to handle all aspects of criminal law.

WE HAVE THE EXPERIENCE YOU NEED

Our lawyers practise in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland and the Australian Capital Territory. We appear in the Local, District, Magistrates and Children's Courts regularly as well as in the Court of Appeal, the Court of Criminal Appeal, and the High Court of Australia.

Criminal Defence Lawyers


Angela Cooney

Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law - National Practice Director – Sydney

Trudie Cameron

Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law - Principal Lawyer | Practice Leader – NSW & ACT

Craig Robinson

Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law - Special Counsel - Sydney

Andrew Tiedt

Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law – Chatswood

Sophie Ogborne

Criminal Law - Solicitor - Sydney

Kent Park

Criminal Law - Senior Associate - Sydney

Stephanie Beckedahl

Criminal Law - Senior Associate - Canberra

Emily Wood-Ward

Criminal Law - Solicitor - Sydney

Sheridan Gow

Solicitor - Criminal Law - Sydney

Ruby Hasler

Criminal Law - Solicitor - Chatswood

Learn more about Accredited Specialist Criminal Law

When criminal or traffic allegations risk your job, reputation and family duties, you are entitled to clear answers and reliable support. We recognise that the threat of penalties, including fines, licence loss or imprisonment, can make you feel unsure. Legal procedures frequently include confusing terminology and stages, and with conflicting information spreading online, you may be uncertain which advice applies to your situation. Early decisions, for instance, speaking to police, can even feel risky when you lack proper guidance. That's where we come in at Armstrong Legal; for more than 30 years, our nationally recognised law firm has been offering practical, timely advice that explains what happens next in direct, plain language. When it comes to criminal defence lawyers, our team includes Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law who are recognised by the Law Society of New South Wales for their expertise and skill. With a presence in many states and territories, our firm has a reputation for excellence and reliability, which is also bolstered by consistent recognition in Doyle's Guide. So, whether you were looking up "Accredited Specialist Criminal Law" or "Traffic Lawyer Townsville", know that we give you honest communication, as well as realistic expectations about outcomes and costs.

Our team can support you in a range of criminal offences, such as when you face decisions around pleading guilty or not guilty. Should your case involve break and enters, drug charges, fraud or another offence, we can provide legal support no matter how complex it is. Armstrong Legal applies specialist capability gained through more than 1,000 criminal and traffic matters handled annually. You can trust that you'll get expert legal advice since every lawyer on our team appears in court almost daily, building real expertise in court procedures, judicial expectations and prosecution tactics. We provide support in identifying the appropriate defences and applying them to your case, whether the situation calls for a legal defence, like self-defence or mental illness, or a factual defence, such as mistaken identity or an alibi. Those who have been browsing for "Accredited Specialist Criminal Law" or "All Grounds Appeal Nsw" and "Criminal Defence Lawyer Quakers Hill" can be confident that our structured approach will not overlook any detail and will position the case for the best possible outcome. Clients also receive fair and transparent pricing, ensuring that they know the value of the service provided, alongside careful attention to the needs of each matter.

At Armstrong Legal, we begin with a simple phone call or an online enquiry. This connects you directly with a lawyer who will review the charge, your court notice and the key details right from the outset. This process lays out the steps ahead and makes it clear to you what needs to be done immediately. As your matter progresses, you will also receive updates about court dates, developments and the next steps, providing clarity about what to expect and what to prepare for. Our team guides you through the court system, from Local, District, Magistrates, County and Children's Courts to the Court of Appeal, the Court of Criminal Appeal and the High Court of Australia if necessary. On our website, you'll have access to legal resources written by practising criminal lawyers, with lots of background information that you might find useful for gaining a basic understanding of your matter, such as "avo order", "penalties for drug possession victoria" and beyond. It doesn't matter what area of criminal law you have been searching for help in, whether it's "Drink Driving Lawyers Near Me" or "Personal Restraining Order", Armstrong Legal is dedicated to upholding integrity, fairness and respect while keeping your needs at the centre. Contact us and connect with a lawyer who can guide you through your situation now.

Recommended by Criminal law clients

I highly recommend Angela Cooney. She’s been professional, supportive, and extremely knowledgeable throughout my case. Angela took the time to explain every step of the process, kept me informed, and genuinely cared about achieving the best outcome. Her attention to detail and calm, confident approach made a stressful situation much easier to handle. I’m very grateful for everything she’s done.

We are here to help you

Our team are experienced in every aspect of Criminal and Traffic law – no matter what the charge, or what location in VIC you are in.

  • Competitive rates

    Our lawyers will be able to provide you with a cost estimate in your initial conference.

  • Clear communication

    We pride ourselves on our ability to provide you with clear legal advice in a way that you can understand.

  • Industry experts

    In our national team, we have Three accredited Criminal Law Specialists, and two of our lawyers and our firm has been recognised by the Doyles guide as industry leaders for many years running.

About Armstrong Legal

When criminal or traffic allegations risk your job, reputation and family duties, you are entitled to clear answers and reliable support. We recognise that the threat of penalties, including fines, licence loss or imprisonment, can make you feel unsure. Legal procedures frequently include confusing terminology and stages, and with conflicting information spreading online, you may be uncertain which advice applies to your situation. Early decisions, for instance, speaking to police, can even feel risky when you lack proper guidance. That's where we come in at Armstrong Legal; for more than 30 years, our nationally recognised law firm has been offering practical, timely advice that explains what happens next in direct, plain language. When it comes to criminal defence lawyers, our team includes Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law who are recognised by the Law Society of New South Wales for their expertise and skill. With a presence in many states and territories, our firm has a reputation for excellence and reliability, which is also bolstered by consistent recognition in Doyle's Guide. So, whether you were looking up "Accredited Specialist Criminal Law" or "Traffic Lawyer Townsville", know that we give you honest communication, as well as realistic expectations about outcomes and costs.

Our team can support you in a range of criminal offences, such as when you face decisions around pleading guilty or not guilty. Should your case involve break and enters, drug charges, fraud or another offence, we can provide legal support no matter how complex it is. Armstrong Legal applies specialist capability gained through more than 1,000 criminal and traffic matters handled annually. You can trust that you'll get expert legal advice since every lawyer on our team appears in court almost daily, building real expertise in court procedures, judicial expectations and prosecution tactics. We provide support in identifying the appropriate defences and applying them to your case, whether the situation calls for a legal defence, like self-defence or mental illness, or a factual defence, such as mistaken identity or an alibi. Those who have been browsing for "Accredited Specialist Criminal Law" or "All Grounds Appeal Nsw" and "Criminal Defence Lawyer Quakers Hill" can be confident that our structured approach will not overlook any detail and will position the case for the best possible outcome. Clients also receive fair and transparent pricing, ensuring that they know the value of the service provided, alongside careful attention to the needs of each matter.

At Armstrong Legal, we begin with a simple phone call or an online enquiry. This connects you directly with a lawyer who will review the charge, your court notice and the key details right from the outset. This process lays out the steps ahead and makes it clear to you what needs to be done immediately. As your matter progresses, you will also receive updates about court dates, developments and the next steps, providing clarity about what to expect and what to prepare for. Our team guides you through the court system, from Local, District, Magistrates, County and Children's Courts to the Court of Appeal, the Court of Criminal Appeal and the High Court of Australia if necessary. On our website, you'll have access to legal resources written by practising criminal lawyers, with lots of background information that you might find useful for gaining a basic understanding of your matter, such as "avo order", "penalties for drug possession victoria" and beyond. It doesn't matter what area of criminal law you have been searching for help in, whether it's "Drink Driving Lawyers Near Me" or "Personal Restraining Order", Armstrong Legal is dedicated to upholding integrity, fairness and respect while keeping your needs at the centre. Contact us and connect with a lawyer who can guide you through your situation now.

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