Criminal Law
Criminal Law
Clear advice and representation pathways for criminal matters requiring careful preparation.
Reviewed by George Aprim and Emilda Israel · Updated 14 July 2026
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The first criminal-law appointment should begin with the charge documents, court date, police material, bail conditions and a careful account of what occurred.
The first consultation is used to identify the immediate issue, any deadline, the available evidence and the most practical next step.
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Documents and information to bring
- The charge sheet, Court Attendance Notice, summons or other document requiring attendance at court.
- The police facts sheet, preliminary brief, full brief of evidence or any material already provided by police or prosecution.
- Any bail undertaking, intervention order, apprehended violence order, reporting condition or other current order.
- The next court date, court location and details of any earlier appearances or adjournments.
- A private chronology of the incident and any relevant documents, photographs, messages or witness details.
- Any medical, treatment, employment or character material that may become relevant, but only after discussing its proper use with the solicitor.
Questions for the first conference
Issues the solicitor will usually need to clarify.
- What precisely are the charges and alleged facts?
- Are there bail, non-contact, reporting or court obligations that must be followed immediately?
- Has any interview occurred, and what evidence has been served?