O'Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors

Sydney, NSW

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About Us

O’Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors is a distinguished law firm based in Sydney, renowned for its dedication to providing high-quality legal services throughout Australia. With over twenty years of experience, the firm has established itself as a leader in handling challenging legal matters with an unwavering commitment to achieving justice and integrity for its clients. Led by Principal Solicitor Peter O'Brien, the firm has a proven track record of success in criminal defence, civil law, and defamation cases. Peter's extensive expertise and leadership have been pivotal in guiding the firm to maintain its high standards and secure favourable outcomes consistently. His profound understanding of legal intricacies sets the firm apart in its service delivery. In criminal defence, the firm’s skilled lawyers adeptly handle a wide array of charges, from assault and drug offences to fraud and traffic violations, ensuring robust protection of clients' rights. Meanwhile, the civil law team is dedicated to seeking justice for victims of crime and abuse, and those engaged in disputes with law enforcement, ensuring every case is approached with care and due diligence. The firm also excels in defamation law, with a strong reputation for managing complex media and social media defamation cases. Regularly featured in Australian media as experts in civil, criminal, and defamation law, the team remains at the forefront of legal developments. This visibility underscores their capability to apply informed expertise and successful strategies to each client's case, offering tailored and effective legal representation.

Practice Areas

Criminal & Traffic

Defamation

Specialisations

Criminal & Traffic

O'Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors boasts a proficient team of criminal lawyers adept in a wide array of cases, ranging from assault and violent charges, including serious offences like murder and sexual assault, to intricate white-collar crimes such as fraud and cybercrime. With a robust approach to defence, they ensure comprehensive strategies are tailored to protect both your freedom and reputation. Their expertise extends to handling drug offences, encompassing possession, trafficking, and manufacturing, as well as weapon-related charges, where they endeavour to safeguard clients' rights and pursue optimal resolutions. For those facing traffic offences, O'Brien's experienced lawyers are committed to minimising the repercussions of charges such as drink driving, drug driving, and reckless behaviour, with a goal of maintaining your driving privileges. Whether dealing with theft, burglary, or domestic violence, their legal representatives are well-versed in navigating diverse criminal charges, providing personalised guidance to each case. Clients can feel confident in O'Brien's dedication to defending their rights across a spectrum of legal challenges, ensuring tailored and effective representation.

Defamation

O'Brien Criminal and Civil Solicitors possess a formidable track record in handling diverse defamation cases. Our expertise spans media defamation where we have effectively challenged media outlets that disseminate inaccurate or misleading content. We have achieved successful outcomes in cases involving newspaper articles, television broadcasts, and online publications, showcasing our ability to navigate complex media legal landscapes. In the realm of social media, our firm is adept at managing the intricate and rapid dynamics that these platforms entail. We have efficiently addressed and litigated defamatory statements across TikTok, Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, Google Reviews, among others, ensuring the early removal of harmful content. Our proficiency also extends to other defamatory publications, including emails, reports, and verbal declarations, where we have secured favourable resolutions to safeguard our clients' reputations.