Criminal Law Specialists
Our experienced team of criminal lawyers is skilled in handling a wide range of cases, from traffic offences and drink driving to drug offences, theft, fraud, assault, and even murder.
24/7 Criminal Law Advice
We are here for you anytime, day or night. If you need legal advice, our team is available 24/7, with a free initial consultation to discuss your case.
Top-Tier Team
Led by a former police officer and senior prosecutor, our criminal law team has deep insight into court procedures. This background equips us to offer high-calibre defence strategies for our clients.
Extensive Experience
With years’ experience in the courtroom, we manage most summary matters without needing to brief a barrister. This approach keeps costs down while maintaining effective representation.
Here to Help
The reality of criminal charges can be an avalanche of stress, and this weight can profoundly impact your future, career, and family. If you need skilled legal representation to secure the best possible outcome, or if you just require expert advice for your case, Kells is here to support you. Fully aware of the serious implications of criminal charges, we stand resolute in our commitment to advocate for our clients, leaving no stone unturned in our quest to protect their rights.
How Can Our Sydney Criminal Lawyers Help?
At Kells, our criminal defence lawyers in Sydney are dedicated to protecting your rights and advocating on your behalf. Led by a former police officer and senior prosecutor, our team has deep insight into court procedures, having conducted numerous hearings and bail applications. This unique experience enables us to offer a powerful, informed defence in your case.
Our lawyers regularly appear across various courts, including the Local Court, Children’s Court, District Court, Criminal Court of Appeal, Supreme Court, and Coroners Court. With our background, we handle most summary matters without needing barristers, which keeps costs lower for our clients. However, if barrister expertise is required, we work with experienced counsel who brings the necessary skills to achieve the best results.
Our Sydney criminal lawyers can help protect your rights in the below matters:
Worried about what an affray charge means for your future? We’re here to support you every step of the way when it comes to affray matters.
Affray
Want to ensure you have the best possible defence for your assault charge? Our team will work tirelessly for a positive outcome.
Assault
Need urgent help with your bail application? Our criminal law team is ready to assist you in all bail matters.
Bail
Is the death of your loved one being investigated? The criminal lawyers at Kells can advise and represent you through every stage of the coronial process.
Coronial Inquests
Have you been charged with a crime and are concerned about the potential criminal penalties you may be facing? Kells’ Sydney criminal lawyers will give you clear guidance on what to expect.
Criminal Penalties
Have you been caught drink driving? The criminal law team at Kells Sydney can help you fight the charges you face so you can avoid a criminal conviction.
Drink Driving
Has your licence been suspended? The Kells’ team can provide you with the legal advice and representation you need to have your licence reinstated.
Driving Suspensions
Are you dealing with a drug charge? The criminal defence lawyers at Kells will fight to help you avoid a criminal conviction that could negatively impact your life.
Drugs
Have you been charged with a firearms possession offence? Our experienced criminal lawyers will work to have your charges dismissed or significantly reduced.
Firearms
If you’re suffering from a mental health condition and have been charged with a criminal offence, Kells’ criminal lawyers can get your case reviewed due to your state.
Mental Health
Are you facing a domestic violence charge in court? Or has there been a domestic violence protection order made against you? Get expert advice on your options from our Sydney criminal lawyers.
Domestic Violence
Charged with a traffic offence in Sydney? Our lawyers are experts in NSW traffic law and provide reliable advice and representation in all traffic cases.
Traffic Offences
If you’ve been charged with drink and drug driving, the criminal defence team at Kells has extensive experience representing clients facing this serious combined offence.
Drink & Drug Driving
Facing criminal charges and need Legal Aid representation? Kells’ criminal lawyers are able to take on cases funded by Legal Aid NSW.
Legal Aid Representation for Criminal Charges
Get Expert Criminal Law Advice
If you would like to discuss your criminal case with our team, please get in touch. We are available 24/7 to help you and offer a free initial consultation.
Criminal Lawyers Sydney FAQs
Our criminal law team is available 24/7, so you can contact us at any time for legal advice. The first consultation is free.
As specialists in criminal law, we are experts in handling an extensive range of criminal matters, including assault, drug offences, fraud, traffic violations, theft, and more serious charges.
We often manage summary cases without a barrister, which helps you save additional costs. When a barrister is needed, we work collaboratively to guarantee your case benefits from high-quality legal representation that puts your best interests in front.
For clients with mental health concerns, we provide specialised defence strategies and work towards having cases reviewed with consideration of their mental health.
Yes, our legal expertise extends to offering expert assistance for bail applications. We will represent you to increase your chances of securing bail.
Speak to a Criminal Lawyer
We’ll stand by you and protect your rights every step of the way—no matter the charge.