Expert Criminal Defence Lawyers Darwin
At Armstrong Legal, we have a team of highly experienced experts in criminal law. We help you navigate the legal and court process and understand the sensitive nature of criminal law. We are dedicated to helping our clients achieve the best possible outcome.
Armstrong legal is a highly respected Criminal Defence firm based in Darwin led by Trial Advocate Shane McMaster. We provide trusted advice in the full breadth of criminal law matters including all traffic offences, violent offences, drug offences, dishonestly offences, sexual offences, family violence, white collar crimes and many other offences.
Speak to a Criminal Lawyer 24/7
Criminal charges don't always happen during business hours. If you need urgent legal advice, you can speak directly with one of our criminal lawyers 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Call us anytime for confidential advice and guidance on your next steps.
Shane McMaster
Criminal Law, Trial Advocate Darwin
Shane possesses two decades of expertise in criminal law, including numerous Supreme Court trial and appellate successes as both Defence Counsel and Crown Prosecutor. In addition to his extensive criminal law experience in the Supreme Court, Local Court and Youth Justice Court, he has conducted matters before, The Royal Commission into the Protection and Detention of Children in the Northern Territory; the NT Civil Administration Tribunal (NTCAT); the Fair Work Commission; the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC); the Australian Crime Commission (ACC); the Liquor Commission; Native Title hearings; the Federal Circuit and Family Court of Australia, Domestic Violence Order (DVO), Personal Violence Restraining Orders (PVRO) and Care and Protection matters. Shane has the knowledge, skills and experience to fearlessly advocate for you from commencement in the Lower Courts all the way through to successful resolution in the Superior Courts.
We are here to help you
Our team are experienced in every aspect of Criminal and Traffic law – no matter what the charge, or what location in NT you are in.
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Competitive rates
Our lawyers will be able to provide you with a cost estimate in your initial conference.
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Clear communication
We pride ourselves on our ability to provide you with clear legal advice in a way that you can understand.
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Industry experts
In our national team, we have Three accredited Criminal Law Specialists, and two of our lawyers and our firm has been recognised by the Doyles guide as industry leaders for many years running.
Contact Armstrong Legal Lawyers
Do you have an urgent criminal law query? For urgent court dates call 1300 038 223 or contact us now and a member of our team will get back to you.
*Please note family law matters can be subject to time limits. It is best to seek advice as soon as possible.
Our Darwin office
We are available to appear in court at any location across NT.