CRIMINAL LAW

Arthur Law is a boutique criminal defence firm in Newcastle NSW, specialising in acting for clients charged with serious and complex criminal offences. 

For an overview of our firm and our approach, visit our homepage.

Criminal Defence Services

At Arthur Law, we understand that being charged with an offence can change the trajectory of a person’s entire future. We are therefore committed to handling each matter with expertise, with compassion, and with complete dedication to our clients. 

We provide representation at every stage of the process, from police investigations and bail applications through to jury trials, defended hearings and sentencing. 

Our lawyers provide experienced criminal defence services across a wide range of offences, including:

Larceny
Shoplifting
Obtain Benefit by Deception
Fraud
Break and Enter
– Aggravated Break and Enter
– Enter Dwelling House without Consent
– Demanding Property with Intent to Steal
– Larceny by Clerks or Servants
– Intention to Defraud by False or Misleading Statement

Murder
– Manslaughter

WHY ARTHUR LAW

Trusted. Recognised. Experienced.

NSW Accredited Specialist – Criminal Law
Doyle’s Guide Preeminent Regional NSW – 2023-2026
22 Years – Combined experience in criminal defence and serious criminal matters  
Free Advice – Ask Arthur Consultation

Representation for Serious Criminal Charges

Arthur Law specialises in acting for clients charged with serious indictable offences, including:

  • Sexual assault
  • Serious drug offences
  • Fraud
  • White collar crime
  • Violence offences 
  • Murder and manslaughter 

These matters are heard in the District or Supreme Court of NSW, and can take months or years to resolve. During this time, every client works directly with a partner of the firm, because your case deserves the expertise of a leading criminal law practice, and your future deserves the personal care and attention that only a boutique firm can offer. 

Our Lawyers:

Zoe Whetham:

  • NSW Law Society Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law
  • Doyle’s Guide Preeminent 2023 – 2026
  • 11+ years experience in criminal defence
  • University of Newcastle graduate and former Senior Associate at one of Sydney’s top-tier criminal defence firms. 

Martin Vazquez:

  • Doyle’s Guide Leading 2024 – 2026
  • 11+ years experience in criminal defence. 
  • University of Newcastle graduate and former Senior Lawyer at one of Sydney’s leading criminal law firms.

Our team brings the experience, dedication and care that your case, and your future, deserves.

Contact us for a free and confidential Ask Arthur Consultation.

Contact Us

To book your free consultation fill in the form below and we will contact you promptly. 

Arthur Law is available 24/7 for urgent matters, including bail applications. If you need assistance, call 0421 700 497.