What to Do if Someone Falsely Accuses You of Assault

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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 What to Do if Someone Falsely Accuses You of Assault

Potential penalties associated with criminal or traffic charges, including fines, loss of licence and even imprisonment, can be concerning. Early decisions, such as whether to speak to police (or whether you have to), have a significant impact, and without clear guidance, it's easy to worry about actions that may negatively affect your case later. Moreover, legal terminology and processes can rapidly turn into a barrier, especially if online sources are inconsistent, jargon-filled or directly contradictory. The lack of clear information makes it hard to decide who to trust or what to do first, heightening concern over how charges could 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 "what to do if someone falsely accuses you of assault" or "drug driving lawyer", 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. Should your case involve break and enters, drug charges, fraud or another offence, we can provide legal support no matter how complex it is. At Armstrong Legal, we apply specialist capability built by 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 "what to do if someone falsely accuses you of assault" or "bail application lawyers Brisbane" and "drug driving criminal lawyers" 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.

When you contact Armstrong Legal by phone or online enquiry, a lawyer will get in touch directly to assess your matter promptly and clearly. The initial discussion focuses on reviewing your charge, court notice and the key facts of your matter to determine immediate priorities and explain what follows. We guide you through each step, from the early decision of whether to plead guilty, contest the matter or apply for bail. Aside from this structured explanation, our team provides clear direction through the court system. This includes Local, District, Magistrates, County and Children's Courts, and depending on the case, this may even be the Court of Appeal, the Court of Criminal Appeal or the High Court of Australia. Whether you were searching for help with "fees for criminal lawyers", "criminal lawyer penrith" or something related, you can trust that we prioritise clear and steady communication. Throughout the process, you'll receive updates on your next court date, how the case is progressing and what lies ahead. Plus, you can turn to our website for many practical resources written by criminal lawyers to guide your decisions and provide current information. If you've been looking up "bail lawyer" or "appealing a district court decision NSW", contact us today and take the first step towards understanding your legal position.

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

Potential penalties associated with criminal or traffic charges, including fines, loss of licence and even imprisonment, can be concerning. Early decisions, such as whether to speak to police (or whether you have to), have a significant impact, and without clear guidance, it's easy to worry about actions that may negatively affect your case later. Moreover, legal terminology and processes can rapidly turn into a barrier, especially if online sources are inconsistent, jargon-filled or directly contradictory. The lack of clear information makes it hard to decide who to trust or what to do first, heightening concern over how charges could 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 "what to do if someone falsely accuses you of assault" or "drug driving lawyer", 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. Should your case involve break and enters, drug charges, fraud or another offence, we can provide legal support no matter how complex it is. At Armstrong Legal, we apply specialist capability built by 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 "what to do if someone falsely accuses you of assault" or "bail application lawyers Brisbane" and "drug driving criminal lawyers" 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.

When you contact Armstrong Legal by phone or online enquiry, a lawyer will get in touch directly to assess your matter promptly and clearly. The initial discussion focuses on reviewing your charge, court notice and the key facts of your matter to determine immediate priorities and explain what follows. We guide you through each step, from the early decision of whether to plead guilty, contest the matter or apply for bail. Aside from this structured explanation, our team provides clear direction through the court system. This includes Local, District, Magistrates, County and Children's Courts, and depending on the case, this may even be the Court of Appeal, the Court of Criminal Appeal or the High Court of Australia. Whether you were searching for help with "fees for criminal lawyers", "criminal lawyer penrith" or something related, you can trust that we prioritise clear and steady communication. Throughout the process, you'll receive updates on your next court date, how the case is progressing and what lies ahead. Plus, you can turn to our website for many practical resources written by criminal lawyers to guide your decisions and provide current information. If you've been looking up "bail lawyer" or "appealing a district court decision NSW", contact us today and take the first step towards understanding your legal position.

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