Best Criminal Lawyer Melbourne

Expert Criminal Lawyers for Criminal and Traffic Matters

One of Australia’s Most Trusted Criminal Defence Law Firms

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AWARDS & RECOGNITION

Consistently recognised by Doyle's Guide

The lawyers leading our practice are consistently recognised by Doyle's Guide, featuring across both leading firm and recommended lawyer categories.

Doyle's Guide independently ranks Australia's top lawyers and law firms based on peer review and client feedback across all major practice areas.

Recommended Doyles Criminal Law 2025

Recommended Law Firm

NSW

Leading Lawyer

NSW

Trudie Cameron

Rising Star

NSW

Sophie Ogborne

Recommended Doyles Criminal Law 2024 - Criminal Defence Lawyers

Leading Lawyer

NSW

Trudie Cameron

Recommended Lawyer

NSW

Angela Cooney

Recommended Doyles Criminal Law 2023 - Criminal Defence Lawyers

Second Tier Leading Criminal Defence Firm

NSW

Leading Lawyer

NSW

Trudie Cameron

Leading Lawyer

NSW

Andrew Tiedt

Leading Lawyer

NSW

Angela Cooney

Recommended Doyles Criminal Law 2022 - Criminal Defence Lawyers

Leading Lawyer

NSW

Trudie Cameron

Leading Lawyer

NSW

Andrew Tiedt

Recommended Lawyer

NSW

Angela Cooney

Recommended Doyles Criminal Law 2021 - Criminal Defence Lawyers

Recommended Criminal Defence Firm

ACT

Recommended Lawyer

ACT

Stephanie Beckedahl

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

Shane McMaster

Trial Advocate - Darwin

Learn more about Best Criminal Lawyer Melbourne

When it comes to criminal or traffic charges, you face the fear of potential penalties such as fines, loss of licence or even imprisonment. Significant consequences can come from early decisions, including whether to speak to police or whether there is a requirement to do so, and the lack of clear guidance can easily cause concern about actions that may have potential negative impact on the case moving forward. More than that, navigating legal terms and procedures can quickly become challenging, particularly when online information is inconsistent, overly technical or directly contradictory. This confusion makes it difficult to know who to trust or what to do first, amplifying anxiety about how charges might affect your job, reputation and family. 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 "best criminal lawyer Melbourne" or "crime lawyer near me", 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. Through more than 1,000 criminal and traffic matters handled annually, Armstrong Legal brings specialist capability to each case. 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 "best criminal lawyer Melbourne" or "best criminal lawyers Melbourne" and "criminal damage lawyers" can be confident that our structured approach will not overlook any detail and will position the case for the best possible outcome. Our pricing also remains fair and transparent, so clients understand the value of the service provided while their matter receives the attention and care it needs.

At Armstrong Legal, you can begin your case by making a quick phone call or an online enquiry. From the outset, you connect directly with a lawyer who will examine the charge, your court notice and the key details of your matter. This process defines the upcoming steps and lets you know what to do 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 can provide guidance on the court system, from Local, District, Magistrates, County and Children's Courts through to the Court of Appeal, the Court of Criminal Appeal and the High Court of Australia if 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 "criminal lawyer penrith", "criminal lawyer hornsby" and beyond. It doesn't matter what area of criminal law you have been searching for help in, whether it's "lawyer for defence" or "money laundering lawyer", 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 it comes to criminal or traffic charges, you face the fear of potential penalties such as fines, loss of licence or even imprisonment. Significant consequences can come from early decisions, including whether to speak to police or whether there is a requirement to do so, and the lack of clear guidance can easily cause concern about actions that may have potential negative impact on the case moving forward. More than that, navigating legal terms and procedures can quickly become challenging, particularly when online information is inconsistent, overly technical or directly contradictory. This confusion makes it difficult to know who to trust or what to do first, amplifying anxiety about how charges might affect your job, reputation and family. 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 "best criminal lawyer Melbourne" or "crime lawyer near me", 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. Through more than 1,000 criminal and traffic matters handled annually, Armstrong Legal brings specialist capability to each case. 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 "best criminal lawyer Melbourne" or "best criminal lawyers Melbourne" and "criminal damage lawyers" can be confident that our structured approach will not overlook any detail and will position the case for the best possible outcome. Our pricing also remains fair and transparent, so clients understand the value of the service provided while their matter receives the attention and care it needs.

At Armstrong Legal, you can begin your case by making a quick phone call or an online enquiry. From the outset, you connect directly with a lawyer who will examine the charge, your court notice and the key details of your matter. This process defines the upcoming steps and lets you know what to do 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 can provide guidance on the court system, from Local, District, Magistrates, County and Children's Courts through to the Court of Appeal, the Court of Criminal Appeal and the High Court of Australia if 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 "criminal lawyer penrith", "criminal lawyer hornsby" and beyond. It doesn't matter what area of criminal law you have been searching for help in, whether it's "lawyer for defence" or "money laundering lawyer", 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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