Sydney Defenders

Sydney Defenders

Court & Litigation

COURT & LITIGATION • CRIMINAL LAW
Sydney, NSW
Experience
5.0

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Sydney Defenders is a law firm specializing in criminal and traffic defense, dedicated to safeguarding individuals' rights within the Australian criminal justice system. Led by seasoned criminal...

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What is Sydney Defenders?

Sydney Defenders is a specialised criminal and traffic defence law firm established in 2024 that provides comprehensive legal representation across all Australian court jurisdictions from the Local Court to the High Court. The firm combines expertise in criminal defence with compassionate client service, maintaining a 5.0 rating based on 44 reviews while achieving exceptional outcomes through proactive case preparation and strategic early resolution efforts.

What services does Sydney Defenders offer?

  • Criminal Defence Services: Complete representation for serious criminal matters including murder or manslaughter charges, sexual assault cases, domestic violence offences, and violent assault charges with experienced counsel throughout all court proceedings
  • Traffic Law Defence: Comprehensive traffic violation representation covering drink driving (DUI), speeding offences, negligent or dangerous driving, licence suspension matters, and police pursuit charges with expertise in licence appeals and Traffic Offenders Program participation
  • Drug Offence Representation: Specialised defence for drug-related charges including cultivation of prohibited plants, drug possession, drug driving, manufacturing offences, and importation charges with particular expertise in cultivation cases
  • Bail Applications: Expert preparation and presentation of bail applications across all court levels with strategic approaches to secure client release while awaiting trial
  • Mental Health Applications: Specialised legal support for clients requiring mental health considerations in criminal proceedings, including Section 32 and Section 14 applications
  • AVO Defence: Strategic representation for Apprehended Violence Order matters including defending against applications and negotiating acceptable conditions
  • Fraud and Financial Crime Defence: Experienced representation for dishonesty offences including fraud charges, property damage matters, and complex financial crime allegations
  • Firearm and Weapons Charges: Defence services for prohibited weapon possession, firearm offences, and related regulatory violations
  • Appeals and Post-Conviction Matters: Comprehensive appeal services including severity appeals, conviction appeals, and licence restoration applications

Why choose Sydney Defenders as your lawyer?

Sydney Defenders distinguishes itself through its commitment to achieving excellent outcomes by extending efforts beyond standard case defence, actively engaging in early preparation that frequently results in dropped charges before trial. The firm prioritises transparent and straightforward communication regarding legal fees while offering flexible payment options to accommodate client circumstances. With more than a decade of combined attorney experience and affiliations with the Legal Aid Commission of New South Wales, Sydney Defenders provides expert legal advice grounded in extensive courtroom experience. The firm's dedication to supporting clients through stressful situations, combined with its track record of fighting for justice across all court jurisdictions, establishes it as a trusted advocate for those facing criminal and traffic charges.

Who are the attorneys at Sydney Defenders?

Tom Phan serves as the firm's Criminal Defence Lawyer, bringing comprehensive expertise across criminal law, traffic law, and drug offences with particular specialisation in cultivation matters, mental health applications, and bail proceedings. As a member of The Law Society of New South Wales, Tom Phan represents clients throughout all court levels while maintaining the firm's commitment to professional excellence and compassionate client service.

How much does Sydney Defenders cost?

Sydney Defenders prioritises transparency and straightforward communication regarding legal fees, offering flexible payment options designed to accommodate various client financial circumstances. The firm works with Legal Aid Commission of New South Wales to ensure accessible legal representation while maintaining clear fee structures that clients understand from the initial consultation.

Where is Sydney Defenders located?

Sydney Defenders operates from 1/299 Elizabeth St, Sydney, New South Wales 2000, providing appointment-only consultations to ensure dedicated attention to each client's case. The firm serves all Australian court jurisdictions including the Local Court, District Court, Supreme Court, and High Court of Australia. Clients can reach the office at 02 9000 3333 or via email at tp@sydneydefenders.com.au, with additional information available at www.sydneydefenders.com.au.

Client Reviews

5.0

44 verified reviews

ethan engel

ethan engel

Verified Client
3 days ago

Thanks Tom!!

Rachel Lynch

Rachel Lynch

Verified Client
5 days ago

Thanks Tom means a lot so very happy with the outcome!

zahir ali

zahir ali

Verified Client
6 days ago

I am incredibly grateful to Tom for the assistance. His explanation of the process made me feel assured and really simplified such a stressful process and left me at ease. This really would not be possible without your amazing help. Would recommend. It goes to show you really get what you pay for.

Farisha Ali

Farisha Ali

Verified Client
6 days ago

Thank you Tom and team

Monisha Chand

Monisha Chand

Verified Client
2 weeks ago

Highly recommended! Great advices !!

Vincent

Vincent

Verified Client
3 weeks ago

Thank you Tom for your work. With your help I’m able to move forward with my life. You were able to help me overcome a huge obstacle that no other lawyers could. Again thank you very much for your service and I wish you the very best!

Eric Yan

Eric Yan

Verified Client
3 weeks ago

I couldn’t have asked for a better lawyer to represent me. Tom Phan was professional, knowledgeable, and truly committed to my case from day one. They took the time to explain everything clearly, kept me informed, and fought for the best possible outcome. Their calm demeanor and confidence gave me peace of mind during a very stressful time. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of strong, reliable legal defense. Thank you for your dedication and support!

Jordan Reeves

Jordan Reeves

Verified Client
3 weeks ago

Tom did a fantastic job today in court. Thank you.

Zinat Ali (Princess Zeebabydoll)

Zinat Ali (Princess Zeebabydoll)

Verified Client
a month ago

Great help, highly recommended

Rajneel Maharaj

Rajneel Maharaj

Verified Client
a month ago

During a very stressful period, tom Phan very competently handled the matter in its entirety. I was very pleased with the outcome and impressed with the way my case was handled. I found tom friendly, compassionate and highly skilled at what he specialises in. If I am ever in need of legal advice or representation in the future I will certainly be returning to Sydney defenders criminal lawyers.

Melinda Heywood

Melinda Heywood

Verified Client
2 months ago

Fahim was incredible throughout my court case. His expertise, clear communication, and dedication gave me confidence from start to finish. He took the time to explain everything and always had my best interests in mind. Thanks to him, the outcome was better than I expected. I highly recommend Fahim to anyone in need of a skilled and trustworthy lawyer!

Walid Ratul

Walid Ratul

Verified Client
3 months ago

I can’t Thank enough to Fahim, Fahim has been an example of what a Criminal Solicitor stands for. A true professional and takes his job seriously. Fahim communicates well, he is extremely knowledgeable, reliable, skilled and adept in every aspect of any criminal matter.

Madsen Paunga

Madsen Paunga

Verified Client
3 months ago

Thank you Tom for your services and would highly recommend for any personal criminal matters.

Chris Halloran

Chris Halloran

Verified Client
4 months ago

Tom and Fahim where exactly what i was looking for in a legal representative, somebody that could explain step by step the legal process and provide structured costs associated with each item so i could always budget accordingly and there was no hidden costs. I also found that they showed a genuine investment in me as a person and not just a client which is very rare.

From the start of my legal case to the very successful finish, Fahim was cool calm and collected, he communicated every possible outcome and educated myself along the way. there was never a time that i could not call and ask a question they where always happy to help.

My matter was last minute and Tom and Fahim acted very quickly and efficiently as well as saving me money where they could.

I strongly recommend you let Sydney defenders help you if needed and i hope you get the same smooth and excellent outcome as i did, they are a real cut above the rest out there.

Thank you Fahim and tom.

Sakhi Dost jan

Sakhi Dost jan

Verified Client
4 months ago

Thanks Tom for every help that you did for me Appreciate man

Melvin Jang

Melvin Jang

Verified Client
4 months ago

Thank you Tom for your help. We achieved the best outcome possible.

Thi Phan

Thi Phan

Verified Client
4 months ago

Thank you Sydney defenders

Yi Xuan Teo

Yi Xuan Teo

Verified Client
5 months ago

I am incredibly grateful for the exceptional service I received from Tom. He provided me with expert guidance and was incredibly thorough, ensuring that I fully understood every step of the process. Throughout the entire journey, communication was seamless, and I always felt supported and informed.

What stood out the most was Tom dedication and commitment to my situation. Not only did he delivered excellent results, but he did so with a level of professionalism and care that made the entire experience much less stressful than I could have imagined.

It has been a true pleasure working with Tom and I highly recommend him to anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you so much for everything!

Marcus Hindi

Marcus Hindi

Verified Client
6 months ago

Honestly one of the better lawyers I’ve been to. Very helpful and understanding, Tom gave me many professional instructions. Overall great service!

Loic Rouby

Loic Rouby

Verified Client
6 months ago

Thanks Tom. Really appreciate you get the job done with the desired outcome!

Andrew Smith

Andrew Smith

Verified Client
6 months ago

He saved me! Definitely recommend having some trust in this lawyer. I would most definitely use his service again

Tram Nguyen

Tram Nguyen

Verified Client
7 months ago

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Tam Tran

Tam Tran

Verified Client
8 months ago

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Ko Sam (Samuel)

Ko Sam (Samuel)

Verified Client
8 months ago

Thank's Tom,so much for the effort and appreciate, which he had done during the legal process, highly recommend Sydney Defenders and especially Tom for anyone in need of legal assistance. with outstanding support and professionalism!, Sincerely Sam

veronica

veronica

Verified Client
8 months ago

Sincere thanks for everything Tom

Linh Phan

Linh Phan

Verified Client
8 months ago

Thanks Tom and Sydney Defendes for helping me and getting a non-conviction! Highly recommend professional and effective solicitors that are empathetic to my needs. Best lawyers in Sydney.

Jason Koh

Jason Koh

Verified Client
9 months ago

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Leandrew

Leandrew

Verified Client
9 months ago

Thanks a ton Tom very professional

Dylan

Dylan

Verified Client
9 months ago

Tom played the essential role in dealing with this case and getting the best court outcome possible

Success, we succeeded. Tom had a significant impact in my case

Tom successfully communicated and negotiated with police to drop added sequences. Huge result. Massive relief.

Tom prescribed a strategy, I followed it. It worked.

Tom knows the criminal justice system so well. He knows how it works, he can work with it, in time with it. He is in tune with the system. And, he can affect the system.

Tom is more than knowledgeable. He is wise. He makes the necessary plays. He knows what to do and how to do it.

Tom executes with the calmness backed by years of experience and observation. And, importantly, he acts with a desire to succeed

Tom is a light in the dark. And it was a dark day that I met Tom and I trusted him I am fortunate that I did.

reynaldo aragon

reynaldo aragon

Verified Client
10 months ago

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Khloe Proctor

Khloe Proctor

Verified Client
10 months ago

Was very good stating communication the whole time and had great results in the end

DeManiac'

DeManiac'

Verified Client
10 months ago

I recently had the pleasure of working with Tom from Sydney Defenders, and I couldn't be more satisfied with the outcome of my case. As someone who knew very little about legal proceedings, I was quite anxious about the whole process. However, Tom was incredibly supportive and guided me every step of the way. His expertise and dedication made a significant difference, and today, at my final hearing, we achieved the best possible outcome. I highly recommend Sydney Defenders and especially Tom for anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you, Tom, for your outstanding support and professionalism!

Shoaib Zaman

Shoaib Zaman

Verified Client
10 months ago

Best services! And I'm happy that they resolved our issue in a professional way 😊

Simon Pollard

Simon Pollard

Verified Client
11 months ago

Tom Phan is excellent. He has a great blend of qualities. He’s first of all experienced and competent. He is shrewd. When clients are understandably stressed, he exudes calm. This instills confidence. Plus, he’s tremendously likeable so the whole traumatic process is at leased eased. I heartily recommend him.

Damien B

Damien B

Verified Client
11 months ago

Tom and the team helped me resolve my matter much better than I expected. Their care, attention to detail & knowledge of the law was phenomenal. I will never forget how they guided & helped me through this difficult time.

Connagh Takairangi

Connagh Takairangi

Verified Client
11 months ago

I cannot express how grateful I am to have come across Tom in my experience with facing the law.

A year ago I had been knocked up with one of the most rocking experiences of my life. One that could have changed it for the worse. But Tom was the only one that actually cared enough to see the distance of this matter to go through all the headache and stress to help me get through it all.

I personally struggled in life having to trust people for certain things and situations. But Tom was someone I knew from the beginning that I could trust him. He is a caring and respectful person. And through it all I never doubted his judgment.

He showed loyalty and a high level of understanding my circumstances realising how I was a newbie facing the law and he still showed me his true nature to help me.

Tom, from me and my family again, thank you very much we all and especially myself are so blessed to have come across you. I’m still over the moon with how we came out on top. You’re the man.

Dinesh Kumar

Dinesh Kumar

Verified Client
a year ago

Thank you Tom for all your help. During such a difficult time and preparing for the worst, Tom was able to get me through a difficult case with no charges and at a reasonable price. Unlike other lawyers I have come came across, Tom was in constant contact with me and explained everything properly and in simple terms. I really appreciate your help in fighting my case.

Steven Manukuo

Steven Manukuo

Verified Client
a year ago

I would highly recommend Tom Phan to anyone who is looking for a Knowledgeable and Professional Lawyer whom I believe like many others that this well mannered and unassuming Gentleman sets out to achieve a fair and just outcome in all his cases that he represents on behalf of his clients.

Sandy D

Sandy D

Verified Client
a year ago

Your perseverance and hard work had paid off. I could not be happier with the result. You have truly believed in me when everyone had questioned and doubted me. Thank you for your ongoing support and efforts. I would not have gone with anyone else but Tom.

Moshin Buksh

Moshin Buksh

Verified Client
a year ago

Thank you Sydney Defenders, and specifically Tom, for your hard work and dedication that lead to a remarkable outcome. From the first meeting I felt like my side was being listened to and understood. I believe this made all the difference. Thank you again team at Sydney Defenders!

Zinat Ali

Zinat Ali

Verified Client
a year ago

Thank you Tom for all your help.

Chris Y

Chris Y

Verified Client
a year ago

I really want to thank Tom from Sydney Defenders. He was so professional, smart, and really helped me out with my legal stuff.

I totally suggest Sydney Defenders to anyone who needs legal help. They really care about you and know their stuff. Thanks a lot, Tom, for everything you did. I think you're awesome and I'd tell anyone to hire you.

Kaito Kuro

Kaito Kuro

Verified Client
a year ago

I really appreciate all the help Tom gave me with my legal stuff. He was super professional, knew his stuff, and really cared about helping me out.

Tom's advice was so helpful. He really took the time to understand what was going on and gave me clear, easy-to-follow tips at every turn. He paid attention to every little thing and worked hard to get the best results for me. It was way beyond what I expected.

Rebecca Minella

Rebecca Minella

Verified Client
a year ago

Thank you Tom for your amazing work. Tom explained my legal matter and the processes in detail for me to understand thoroughly. He was also very responsve when I had any questions or concerns outside of our scheduled meetings. He is easy to talk to, and very professional. I felt confident that I was in safe hands under Tom’s representation.

Contact Information

Sydney Defenders

1/299 Elizabeth St, Sydney NSW 2000

Sydney NSW

Phone

+61290003333

Website

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Office Hours

Mon-Fri 9:00am - 5:00pm

By appointment available

Languages

English

Payment Methods

Cash, Card, EFTPOS

Payment plans available

Client Ratings

5.0

Based on 44 reviews

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