Defence advocates and advisors
With a focus on advocacy and advice, our commitment to excellence and passion for our work makes us one of Australia’s most respected criminal law firms.
About Us
For almost two decades, Aquila Lawyers has been at the forefront of criminal defence in Australia, achieving results in some of the nation’s most complex cases.
Founded in Sydney in 2009, the firm brings together a team with more than five decades of combined experience in criminal law and litigation. This depth of expertise ensures that every matter is approached with the strategic insight and proven capability that only years of courtroom practice can deliver.
With an emphasis in white-collar crime and regulatory prosecutions, we are recognised for our integrity, precision, and client-focused advocacy in the conduct of all our matters. We act for several multinational corporations in sectors such as finance, healthcare, and technology, advising on complex regulatory compliance and external investigations. In these matters, Aquila plays an integral role in guiding clients through cross-border risks, safeguarding corporate reputation, and delivering strategic solutions in issues of global significance.
We understand that behind every case is a person whose future and reputation are on the line which is why we are committed to providing clear guidance, formidable advocacy, and steadfast support. Whether the matter involves allegations of fraud, corruption, or regulatory breaches, we approach every case with the skill, commitment, and care it deserves.
Our team delivers the highest standard of criminal defence and advocacy across a broad range of matters, including, criminal law and appeals, corporate and white-collar crime, regulatory prosecutions, International regulatory compliance and investigations, administrative law and disciplinary proceedings, civil litigation and property and trust disputes.
Whether you are facing charges, challenging a conviction, protecting your professional reputation, or resolving a complex dispute, Aquila Lawyers is committed to securing the best possible outcome for you.
Our Services
Aquila Lawyers represent and advise in all areas of criminal law.
We have successfully defended serious crimes from murder to traffic offences and pride ourselves in our attention to detail, professional relationships, and negotiation skills to achieve the best outcomes for our clients.
What sets us apart is not only our track record of success, but also the way we approach each case with empathy, meticulous preparation, and a tailored strategy built upon our love of collaboration.
Alongside our criminal practice, we are also regularly retained in complex commercial litigation and other significant civil disputes. Our ability to manage intricate legal and factual issues across multiple jurisdictions complements our criminal defence work and enables us to provide comprehensive, strategic advice to a wide range of clients.
We pride ourselves on our attention to detail, our ability to build strong professional relationships within the legal system, and our reputation for persuasive negotiation. These qualities allow us to secure the best possible outcomes for our clients, whether that means charges being withdrawn, sentences reduced, acquittals achieved at trial, or favourable resolutions in high-stakes commercial matters.
Our Team
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Omar Juweinat
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Daniel Kradolfer
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Madison Hutcheon
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Deborah Joyce