Criminal lawyers in Wollongong
First, the 3 firms we picked in Wollongong, with the reason for each. Then every other firm in the area, so you can compare. Whether a firm suits your situation is something to check with the firm directly.
- Firms we picked
- 3
- Picks last checked
- 1 October 2026
How we pick
Every firm in our picks meets all four. Picks are not for sale.
- An office in the cityThe firm has an office in the city.
- A page for this area of lawIt has a dedicated page for this area of law on its own website.
- An active ABNIt has an active ABN, which we check on ABN Lookup (abr.business.gov.au).
- A merit signal we can citeIt has at least one merit signal we can point to: a Doyle's Guide listing for this area and state, a law society accredited specialist in this area, a Google rating of 4.5 or above from 50 or more reviews, or a notable reported case or recognised award.
What “our picks” means
These are our picks, which means our opinion, not a ranking and not a guarantee. We explain the reason for each pick and link to the evidence we used. Picks are not for sale. If a firm ever pays to be listed, it appears in a separate slot labelled Sponsored and is never counted among our picks.
Our picks
This is our opinion: firms that meet every criterion above. It is not a ranking, and the Google rating beside a firm is Google’s, not part of why we picked it.
Morrisons specialises in criminal and traffic law. It is based in Wollongong and services the Illawarra, South Coast, Southern Highlands and throughout New South Wales.
What the firm says it handles
- Assault
- Domestic violence
- Drink and drug driving
- Drug offences
- Firearm and weapon offences
- Fraud
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- Murder and manslaughter
- Driving
Why we picked it
A Wollongong criminal and traffic defence firm whose Matthew Ward Doyle's Guide ranks Preeminent among regional NSW criminal lawyers, with Graeme Morrison and Analise Ritchie also listed.
- Office
- Level 1, 83-85 Market Street, Wollongong NSW 2500
- Fees, as the firm lists them
- Free first consultation
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
Kells
Wollongong- 32 lawyers
Kells is a full-service legal practice providing legal services across Sydney and the Illawarra region. The firm has operated for more than five decades.
What the firm says it handles
- Divorce
- Child custody and child support
- Property settlements
- Family violence and AVO
- Conveyancing
- Criminal law
Why we picked it
A larger Illawarra and Sydney firm with a Wollongong criminal team, whose Patrick Schmidt Doyle's Guide lists as Recommended among regional NSW criminal lawyers.
- Office
- 14-18 Auburn Street, Wollongong NSW 2500
- Fees, as the firm lists them
- Free first consultation · Fixed fees · No win, no fee
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
Conditsis Lawyers provides criminal, family, property, wills & estates and civil law services from offices in Gosford, Newcastle, Sydney and Wollongong. Established in 1983, it employs over 50 staff, including 20 lawyers.
What the firm says it handles
- Traffic offences
- Drink driving (DUI)
- Drug offences
- Assault
- Murder and serious crimes
- Apprehended violence order (AVO)
Why we picked it
A regional criminal and traffic defence firm with a Wollongong satellite office led by Law Society accredited specialist Michal Mantaj, whom Doyle's Guide also lists as Recommended among regional NSW criminal lawyers.
- Doyle's Guide 2026: Manny Conditsis listed Leading and Michal Mantaj listed Recommended (both Conditsis Lawyers, Gosford), Criminal Lawyers - Regional NSW (opens in a new tab)
- Firm's Wollongong page: office at 1 Burelli St, led by Michal Mantaj, 'a Law Society Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law' (opens in a new tab)
- Firm's homepage lists a Wollongong satellite office at 1 Burelli St, phone 02 4208 0444 (opens in a new tab)
- Office
- 1 Burelli Street, Wollongong NSW 2500
- Fees, as the firm lists them
- Free first consultation
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
If cost is the problem: free legal help
- LawAccess NSW (Legal Aid NSW)
Free legal information and referral by phone or chat, Monday to Friday 9am-5pm; the starting point for Legal Aid NSW help.
1300 888 529
- Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT)
Free legal help for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, including criminal charges, bail, family law, fines and problems at work.
1800 765 767
- Illawarra Legal Centre
Free community legal centre in Wollongong; services include general legal advice, a domestic and family violence service and financial counselling.
02 4276 1939
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When you need a criminal lawyer
Situations where people commonly speak to a criminal lawyer:
- You have been charged with an offence or told you will be.
- Police have asked you to attend an interview.
- You have a court date for a criminal charge.
Questions about criminal lawyers in Wollongong
- How does Zoe pick criminal lawyers in Wollongong?
- Every firm in our picks meets all of these. The firm has an office in the city. It has a dedicated page for this area of law on its own website. It has an active ABN, which we check on ABN Lookup (abr.business.gov.au). It has at least one merit signal we can point to: a Doyle's Guide listing for this area and state, a law society accredited specialist in this area, a Google rating of 4.5 or above from 50 or more reviews, or a notable reported case or recognised award. These are our picks, which means our opinion, not a ranking and not a guarantee. We explain the reason for each pick and link to the evidence we used.
- Are these lawyers paid to be listed?
- No. Picks are not for sale. If a firm ever pays to be listed, it appears in a separate slot labelled Sponsored and is never counted among our picks.
- What does criminal law cover?
- Criminal charges: being charged with an offence, police interviews, and court dates for criminal matters. This is general information, not legal advice about your situation.
- When do people speak to a criminal lawyer?
- Situations where people commonly speak to a criminal lawyer: You have been charged with an offence or told you will be; Police have asked you to attend an interview; You have a court date for a criminal charge. This is general information about common situations, not advice about yours.
- Are there free options for criminal matters in Wollongong?
- Yes. If cost is the problem, this page lists LawAccess NSW (Legal Aid NSW), Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) and Illawarra Legal Centre under free options.
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