Youth Criminal Defence Lawyer

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 Youth Criminal Defence Lawyer

Criminal or traffic charges can bring fears of potential penalties such as fines, loss of licence or even imprisonment. Early decisions, like whether to speak to police or whether doing so is required, can greatly impact a case, and you may easily worry about actions that may have negative implications for the case later when you don't have clear guidance. Also, legal procedures and terminology can quickly turn into a barrier, especially when online guidance is inconsistent, full of jargon or directly conflicting. Concerns about employment, reputation and family responsibilities become more pronounced as confusion makes it difficult to decide who to trust or what to do first. Armstrong Legal recognises that practical, plain information is what matters at this point. As a nationally recognised law firm, our team specialises exclusively in Criminal Law, Family Law, Wills and Estates, Corporate Crime and Traffic Law matters. Whether you were searching for "Youth Criminal Defence Lawyer" or "Drug Driving Lawyers Sydney", know that we operate across many states and territories, so you can easily receive advice grounded in over 30 years of experience. For those considering criminal defence lawyers or legal support for other matters, we're dedicated to honest communication and realistic expectations, so you feel informed and prepared at each stage.

Our team can support you in a range of criminal offences, such as when you face decisions around pleading guilty or not guilty. If you're dealing with cases like break and enters, drug charges, fraud or another issue, we can provide legal guidance no matter the complexity of your situation. At Armstrong Legal, we draw on specialist capability developed through handling more than 1,000 criminal and traffic matters each year. 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 "Youth Criminal Defence Lawyer" or "Bail Variation Application" and "Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm Lawyer" can be confident that our structured approach will not overlook any detail and will position the case for the best possible outcome. Additionally, we offer fair and transparent pricing so clients understand the value of the service provided, while ensuring every matter receives the necessary attention and care.

At Armstrong Legal, the process begins with a direct phone call or an online enquiry. This puts you in direct contact with a lawyer who will review the charge, your court notice and the key details from the start. The process outlines the steps ahead and clarifies what requires immediate attention. Throughout your matter, you will also receive timely updates on court dates, progress and next course of action so you're not left wondering what's happening or what you should do to prepare. Our lawyers guide 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, where needed. 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 "traffic lawyers burwood", "property damage lawyer" and beyond. It doesn't matter what area of criminal law you have been searching for help in, whether it's "First Offence Drug Driving Qld" or "Drink Driving Lawyers Near Me", 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

Criminal or traffic charges can bring fears of potential penalties such as fines, loss of licence or even imprisonment. Early decisions, like whether to speak to police or whether doing so is required, can greatly impact a case, and you may easily worry about actions that may have negative implications for the case later when you don't have clear guidance. Also, legal procedures and terminology can quickly turn into a barrier, especially when online guidance is inconsistent, full of jargon or directly conflicting. Concerns about employment, reputation and family responsibilities become more pronounced as confusion makes it difficult to decide who to trust or what to do first. Armstrong Legal recognises that practical, plain information is what matters at this point. As a nationally recognised law firm, our team specialises exclusively in Criminal Law, Family Law, Wills and Estates, Corporate Crime and Traffic Law matters. Whether you were searching for "Youth Criminal Defence Lawyer" or "Drug Driving Lawyers Sydney", know that we operate across many states and territories, so you can easily receive advice grounded in over 30 years of experience. For those considering criminal defence lawyers or legal support for other matters, we're dedicated to honest communication and realistic expectations, so you feel informed and prepared at each stage.

Our team can support you in a range of criminal offences, such as when you face decisions around pleading guilty or not guilty. If you're dealing with cases like break and enters, drug charges, fraud or another issue, we can provide legal guidance no matter the complexity of your situation. At Armstrong Legal, we draw on specialist capability developed through handling more than 1,000 criminal and traffic matters each year. 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 "Youth Criminal Defence Lawyer" or "Bail Variation Application" and "Assault Occasioning Actual Bodily Harm Lawyer" can be confident that our structured approach will not overlook any detail and will position the case for the best possible outcome. Additionally, we offer fair and transparent pricing so clients understand the value of the service provided, while ensuring every matter receives the necessary attention and care.

At Armstrong Legal, the process begins with a direct phone call or an online enquiry. This puts you in direct contact with a lawyer who will review the charge, your court notice and the key details from the start. The process outlines the steps ahead and clarifies what requires immediate attention. Throughout your matter, you will also receive timely updates on court dates, progress and next course of action so you're not left wondering what's happening or what you should do to prepare. Our lawyers guide 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, where needed. 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 "traffic lawyers burwood", "property damage lawyer" and beyond. It doesn't matter what area of criminal law you have been searching for help in, whether it's "First Offence Drug Driving Qld" or "Drink Driving Lawyers Near Me", 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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