Criminal Lawyer in Taree
Traffic Offences
Servicing Taree & Surrounds
Court Appearances
Established in 1911
Talk to a Criminal Lawyer
If you require a criminal lawyer in Taree, Wingham, Old Bar, Forster-Tuncurry, Harrington, Nabiac and beyond, Paton Hooke Lawyers can assist.
A criminal matter can be a lengthy, stressful and confronting process with catastrophic events for a person, their livelihood and their family. Our focus is to guide you through and ensure you understand what to expect and what the court expects from you.
We provide clear advice as to how to protect your interests and make the best possible decisions. We strive to defend you to the highest standard in Court and pride ourselves on our extensive preparation leading up to the day of court.
Call
(02) 6551 0355 to arrange an appointment to discuss legal representation for criminal law matters. We also offer
mortgage advice and
litigation services.
Assistance with Criminal Matters
It is vital that you get the right advice from an experienced lawyer as early as you can. Speak to us before anyone else to make sure your rights are protected.
We can assist with a range of criminal matters including but not limited to:
- Traffic Offences
- AVO (including ADVO and APVO)
- Assaults
- Drug Offences including possession, supply, commercial supply, ongoing supply and manufacturing
- Sexual Offences
- Manslaughter/Murder Charges
- Robbery & Stealing
- Damage of Property
- Gun/Weapons Offences
- Fraud including Credit Card Fraud & Centrelink Fraud
- Committal Hearings & Bail Hearings
- Local Court, District Court, Supreme Court Hearings & Sentencing
- Common assault occasioning actual bodily harm/grievous bodily harm
- Recklessly inflict actual bodily harm/grievous bodily harm
- Proceeds of crime offences, Money-laundering, Animal Cruelty, Malicious wounding & More
Our focus is always on achieving the best possible outcome whilst ensuring clients feel informed, supported and confident throughout the legal process.
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