Criminal convictions have serious implications on your future. Apprehended Domestic Violence Orders (ADVO’s) are not criminal convictions but equally can have serious consequences on your future.

Our strategy sessions are perfect for those who want comprehensive legal advice on their criminal law, traffic law or AVO situation but are not sure that they want to commit to the expense of having a lawyer represent them at Court.

Our strategy sessions ensure you have comprehensive legal advice before you go to court and commit or agree to charges or AVOS.

We will explain in detail, the charges against you. The minimum and maximum penalties. The likely penalty the Court may impose. The potential consequences of a criminal conviction. Advice as to how you should proceed including advice on how to prepare for your court appearance and what information you should gather to ensure the best outcome.

If at the end of the strategy session, you decide that you would like us to represent you in your matter then we will also provide you with a fixed fee quote for our services. Otherwise, you will be equipped with the information you need to best represent yourself at court.

CRIMINAL LAW STRATEGY SESSION

How It Works

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Book in a Strategy session

Book in a 1 hour strategy session with a criminal lawyer. $440

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Attend your appointment

Get frank legal advice from an experienced criminal lawyer.

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Next steps

Make an informed decision about how to proceed with your matter.

Our Services

Coastal Lawyer was founded by a former criminal prosecutor and a former police officer.

We have over 20 years of combined experience prosecuting and investigating serious crime and misconduct.

We use our valuable skills and experience to provide the best legal advice and representation for our clients.

Our professional network, tenacity and passion for the law is an asset to your case.

Being charged with a criminal offence or being told you are the subject of an investigation can be extremely stressful. If you are invited to participate in a recorded interview or asked to answer questions by police, you have a fundamental right to seek legal advice first.

Coastal Lawyers are available after-hours or on weekends for urgent legal advice.

We have extensive experience working within the criminal justice system and can clearly set out your options.

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Assault

Assault includes the offences of common assault, assault occasioning actual bodily harm, assault causing grievous bodily harm as well as assaulting and resisting a police officer. Criminal convictions can have a lasting impact on your future.

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Break and Enter and Stealing

The offence of break and enter is taken very seriously by the courts and can attract a lengthy term in jail. If you have been charged with break and enter you should obtain immediate legal advice.

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Domestic Violence and AVO's

If you have been served with an apprehended domestic violence order (ADVO) or would like advice about how an ADVO may affect you, we have a strong background investigating and prosecuting such matters.

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Drugs

Coastal Lawyers can provide you with advice and representation in matters relating to possess a prohibited drug, supply prohibited drug or drug cultivation. If you have been charged by police and are worried about a drug conviction – contact us before going to court.

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Stealing / Shoplifting

We have extensive knowledge and understanding of the laws relating to ‘larceny’ (theft). Penalties for stealing may depend on the value of what has been stolen. Offences may carry significant fines or imprisonment.

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Fraud

At Coastal Lawyers we have a background investigating and prosecuting fraud and workplace misconduct. Offences include, obtain benefit by deception, larceny by clerk, use false instrument, embezzlement, identity theft and money laundering.

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Coastal Lawyers- Criminal Law Blogs

Thoughts and musings on law and life from the Coastal Lawyers team.

The Local Court of New South Wales

by Kristal Naividi | Apr 3, 2025 | Criminal Law

At Coastal Lawyers, we represent clients at all Central Coast and Newcastle Local Courts, including Gosford Local Court and Wyong Local Court. With years of experience in these courts, appearing before them has become second nature to us. However, for those unfamiliar...

Understanding the New Coercive Control Laws in NSW

by coastallawyers11 | Apr 1, 2025 | Family Law, Criminal Law

What is Coercive Control? Coercive control is a pattern of abusive behaviors used to dominate, manipulate, and control a partner. Unlike physical violence, coercive control can include subtle and persistent behaviors that isolate, intimidate, and degrade the victim,...

Making the Most of Your Conciliation Conference

by Kristal Naividi | Mar 14, 2025 | Criminal Law

If you’re in the middle of a family law dispute and the court has ordered a Conciliation Conference, you might wonder what to expect and how to make the most of it. A Conciliation Conference is essentially a court-ordered mediation aimed at helping you and your former...

How to Get a Copy of Your Criminal Record

by Kristal Naividi | Mar 7, 2025 | Criminal Law

There are times in life where you might need to provide a National Criminal History Record Check (NCHRC)—essentially your criminal record, or confirmation that you don’t have one. This document can be required for a range of reasons, including: Employment: Many...

Types of Cases Handled in the Local Court: Indictable Offences Dealt With Summarily

by Kristal Naividi | Jan 15, 2025 | Criminal Law

What Are Indictable Offences Dealt With Summarily? Indictable offences are typically more serious criminal charges that are usually heard in higher courts, such as the District or Supreme Court. However, certain indictable offences can be heard in the Local Court if:...

Types of Cases Handled in the Local Court: Summary Offences

by Kristal Naividi | Jan 15, 2025 | Criminal Law

What Are Summary Offences? Summary offences are less serious criminal matters that are dealt with entirely in the Local Court, without the need for a jury or trial in a higher court. These offences are usually resolved more quickly and with lower penalties compared to...