Criminal defence lawyers · Sydney & NSW
Charged? The next call you make matters most.
Partner-led criminal defence from the police station to the Supreme Court. We've had serious charges withdrawn, dismissed and reduced — and we'll tell you honestly what's achievable in yours.
- ★★★★★ 4.9 on Google
- Fixed fees for Local Court matters
- Same-day partner call back
- 4.9Rated by the people we've defended77 five-star Google reviews from real clients.
- High‑profileSerious cases. Outstanding results.Charges withdrawn, dismissed and reduced in matters that made the news — up to the Supreme Court.
- 24/7Arrested or need bail? We answer.Speak to a partner any hour, any day.
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Why Karnib Saddik
Serious charges deserve a partner, not a junior.
Hisham Karnib and Abdul Saddik personally run every criminal matter in the firm. You get the lawyer who built your defence standing next to you in court — not someone briefed the night before.
Our work has featured on ABC, 9News, SMH and news.com.au. More importantly, it's reflected in 77 five-star reviews from people who were exactly where you are now.
Find out where you stand →We get in early
Representations to police and the DPP before the first court date have had charges withdrawn entirely. The earlier you call, the more options exist.
Straight answers
You'll know the strengths and weaknesses of the case against you, the likely range of outcomes, and the cost — in plain English, at the first conference.
Available when it counts
Arrests don't happen in business hours. A partner answers the urgent line 24/7 for arrests, police interviews and bail.
What we defend
Every criminal charge in NSW — from the Local Court to the Supreme Court.
Don't see your charge? Call us — if it's criminal law in NSW, we act in it.
Assault & violence
Common assault, AOABH, grievous bodily harm, affray, domestic violence offences.
Learn more →Drug offences
Possession, supply, ongoing supply, cultivation and commercial quantity charges.
Learn more →Bail applications
Local, District and Supreme Court bail — including urgent and release applications.
Learn more →AVOs
Defending apprehended violence orders and breach allegations.
Learn more →Fraud & white‑collar
Dishonesty, Centrelink and corporate fraud, proceeds of crime.
Learn more →Sexual offences
Sexual assault, indecent assault and child-related charges, handled with discretion.
Learn more →Robbery & break and enter
Armed robbery, aggravated robbery, break enter and steal.
Learn more →Firearms & weapons
Unauthorised possession, prohibited weapons and firearm supply.
Learn more →Appeals
Severity and conviction appeals to the District Court and CCA.
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How it works
From first call to final hearing.
Most clients tell us the worst part was the not knowing. Here's exactly what happens once you call.
Call or book
Tell us what's happened. A partner reviews your matter the same day — free and confidential.
Strategy conference
We get the police facts and brief, explain the charge and the realistic outcomes, and agree a plan.
Build the defence
Evidence review, witness statements, expert reports and negotiations with police or the DPP.
Court
A partner appears for you at every mention and hearing — Local Court through to the Supreme Court.
Recent results
Outcomes that changed what came next.
De-identified. Every matter turns on its own facts — past results don't guarantee yours, but they show what's possible with the right preparation.
- Drug supply — commercial quantityNo full-time custody
- Assault occasioning ABHWithdrawn before hearing
- Armed robberyNot guilty at trial
- AVO + breachBoth dismissed
Common questions
Before you call, you probably want to know…
Will I get a criminal record?
Not necessarily. For many first-time and lower-range offences the court can deal with a matter without recording a conviction (a section 10 or conditional release order). We prepare specifically for this where it is open.
Should I talk to police before I speak to a lawyer?
No. You have the right to silence. Beyond giving your name and address, say nothing until you have spoken to us — we can be at the station or on the phone quickly.
How much will it cost?
We quote a fixed fee for most Local Court matters after your first conference, so you know the cost up front. Complex and trial matters are staged.
Can you help if I've already been refused bail?
Yes. We run fresh applications where circumstances have changed and Supreme Court bail applications. Call us immediately.
Do you appear outside Sydney?
Yes — we appear in courts across NSW, and partners travel for serious matters.
"Nobody plans to need a criminal lawyer. When you do, you deserve one who takes your call, tells you the truth, and fights like it's their own name on the charge sheet."Meet the team →