We represent and advise in all areas and arenas of criminal law, across the full spectrum of criminal matters, from the most serious indictable offences to less complex summary proceedings. We have successfully defended clients charged with crimes ranging from murder, drug trafficking, and large-scale fraud, through to assault, property offences, and traffic infringements.

At every stage of the criminal process, from investigation and arrest through to trial and appeal, we are committed to protecting our clients’ rights and ensuring their voices are heard. Our role goes beyond the courtroom: we provide clear, practical advice, steady guidance, and unwavering advocacy to help clients navigate what can often be the most difficult period of their lives.

Criminal appeals demand a different skillset to trial work, requiring precise legal analysis, mastery of case law, and the ability to persuasively present arguments before superior courts. We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, our rigorous preparation of written submissions, and our strong advocacy in oral hearings.

Aquila Lawyers has vigorously overturned convictions and adverse outcomes in all platforms of the appellate justice system, up to and including the High Court of Australia. We bring extensive experience in identifying errors in law, procedure, and fact, and in building persuasive arguments that give our clients the best chance of success on appeal.

Our appellate work covers criminal appeals against conviction and sentence, applications for leave to appeal, bail applications pending appeal, and referrals to the Court of Criminal Appeal and beyond. We have successfully challenged miscarriages of justice, secured reductions in excessive sentences, and overturned findings of guilt by exposing flaws in evidence, procedure, or judicial reasoning.

With every appeal, we combine legal expertise with determination and creativity, ensuring that no avenue for justice is left unexplored.

As regulatory scrutiny continues to grow, individuals and companies face increasingly complex challenges when accused of corporate misconduct.  We pride ourselves on our detailed and up-to-date knowledge of the rapidly evolving field of corporate crime and bring both technical expertise and practical insight on these matters, ensuring our clients are protected at every stage.

Our lawyers have significant experience across the corporate sector, including direct dealings with ASIC and the numerous agencies that oversee Australia’s regulatory framework. We have acted in matters involving allegations of fraud, insider trading, market manipulation, bribery and corruption, breaches of directors’ duties, and large-scale money laundering. In the digital space, we also advise and defend clients in cases concerning cybercrime, data misuse, and emerging online financial offences.

We know that allegations of corporate or financial misconduct can have devastating impacts beyond the courtroom, and we work discreetly and strategically to minimise risk while delivering strong legal defences. Whether through early negotiation with regulators, meticulous preparation for trial, or carefully managed appeal strategies, our focus is always on securing the best possible outcome while protecting our clients’ long-term interests.

Aquila Lawyers has appeared in appeals across a wide range of jurisdictions, from NCAT and specialist tribunals to sporting tribunals, professional regulatory boards, and other institutions where appeal processes are available. Our experience extends beyond traditional courtrooms, giving us a unique breadth of knowledge in dealing with both formal and specialist appellate forums.

Our team is adept at identifying errors in fact, law, or procedure and translating those into strong grounds of appeal. We prepare each case with precision, ensuring that written submissions are persuasive and that oral advocacy is clear, focused, and effective.

With proven success in overturning adverse findings and securing favourable outcomes, we understand both the complexity of appellate processes and the high stakes they involve. We guide our clients through every stage with strategic advice, clear communication, and determined advocacy, ensuring their rights are protected and their case receives the strongest possible representation.

For clients navigating the complexities of the State Parole Authority, Aquila Lawyers provides tactical, legal, and strategic advice to achieve the best possible outcomes. We understand the high stakes involved in parole decisions, where liberty, rehabilitation, and community reintegration are on the line. Our role is to ensure that every application or defence is carefully prepared, persuasive, and supported by evidence that demonstrates our clients’ readiness to return to society.

We maintain strong professional relationships with all levels of the State’s regulatory and monitoring systems, including corrective services and parole boards. This enables us to engage effectively with key stakeholders and to present our clients’ cases in a way that balances both legal requirements and broader community expectations.

Recognising that parole matters often demand urgent attention, we are available when time is of the essence — whether to make submissions, respond to breaches, or challenge adverse recommendations. With a combination of experience, advocacy, and sensitivity to the personal impact of these proceedings, we stand by our clients throughout the process to give them the best chance of a fair and favourable outcome.

Aquila Lawyers has a proven track record in representing clients before Royal Commissions, ICAC hearings, complex coronial inquests, ministerial inquiries, and other high-level investigatory proceedings. These forums often involve intense scrutiny, high public visibility, and significant legal and reputational consequences. Our lawyers bring not only technical expertise but also the strategic insight needed to manage sensitive issues, protect clients’ interests, and guide them through processes that can be both daunting and adversarial.

We understand that preparation is paramount in these matters. Our team conducts thorough backgrounding, evidence review, and witness preparation to ensure our clients are well-positioned to respond to questioning and scrutiny. Where required, we implement effective damage control strategies, managing risk while minimising reputational impact.

Whether assisting individuals, corporations, or institutions, our focus is always on protecting rights, mitigating risk, and achieving the most favourable outcomes in highly challenging environments.

Our clients include professionals from all fields, as well as institutions, corporations, associations, and industries facing disciplinary scrutiny. We understand that disciplinary proceedings often place reputations, careers, and livelihoods at risk, and we approach each matter with the seriousness and dedication it deserves.

Aquila Lawyers has built a strong reputation for delivering the highest level of defence in these forums, combining acute knowledge of the diverse application and disciplinary processes with strategic advocacy tailored to each client’s circumstances.

Whether the matter involves allegations of professional misconduct, breaches of codes of conduct, ethical concerns, or compliance failures, we provide clear guidance, robust representation, and effective advocacy. Our role is not only to defend against adverse findings but also to protect our clients’ long-term standing and future opportunities. In every case, our priority is to secure fair treatment and the best possible outcome.

Administrative law often requires a deep understanding of both legal frameworks and procedural fairness, and Aquila Lawyers is skilled at navigating these complexities to protect our clients’ rights.

Our team initiates and litigates matters involving administrative remedies and representations across all courts, tribunals, and regulatory institutions in Australia. We have acted for clients in challenges to government decisions, judicial reviews, licensing disputes, immigration and visa matters, professional accreditation proceedings, and a wide range of regulatory actions.

What sets us apart is not only our technical expertise, but also the strength of our professional relationships with experts across multiple disciplines, both professional and academic. By drawing on this network, we ensure that our clients’ cases are supported by the best available evidence and insight, strengthening their position before decision-makers and the courts.

At Aquila Lawyers, our approach combines rigorous preparation, persuasive advocacy, and strategic engagement with regulators and institutions. This ensures our clients achieve the best possible results from the legal process, whether through negotiation, representation in hearings, or litigation before the highest courts.

Aquila Lawyers represents clients in all courts and forums where personal, economic, legal, or property interests are at stake and litigation, or intervention is required.

Our civil litigation work covers a wide spectrum of matters, including contract disputes, property claims, commercial disagreements, negligence, personal injury, and restitution. We pride ourselves on delivering strong and strategic legal support, always focused on achieving outcomes that provide damages, safety, restoration, or other remedies our clients are entitled to.

With a history of securing favourable judgments and negotiated settlements in highly complex and contested cases, we bring both skill and determination to every dispute. Our lawyers combine detailed preparation with persuasive advocacy, ensuring our clients’ positions are presented clearly and powerfully before the courts and in negotiations.

Aquila Lawyers is highly experienced in resolving disputes involving property and trust arrangements, particularly those which affect our clients’ financial stability, business structures, or familial relationships.

Our work spans disputes over real estate, trusts, estates, joint ventures, partnerships, and family-held assets, as well as matters involving breaches of fiduciary duty and contested ownership. We appreciate not only the legal dimensions of these conflicts but also the personal and commercial realities that underpin them, ensuring our approach is both strategic and practical.

To secure the best possible outcomes, we employ the full range of dispute resolution methods — from mediation and negotiation to determined representation in court when required. Our focus is always on protecting our clients’ interests, preserving value, and achieving outcomes that allow them to move forward with clarity and security.