Trusted legal services in Sydney protecting your rights & freedom
Being charged with a criminal or traffic offence, contacted by police or required to appear before a court can have consequences that extend far beyond the courtroom. Your reputation, career, professional registrations, ability to travel and family life may all be affected. Obtaining experienced legal representation as early as possible can make a significant difference to how your matter is prepared and presented.
Michelle Duncan has more than 36 years of experience practising exclusively in Criminal and Traffic Law, representing clients throughout Sydney and across New South Wales. She has acted for many thousands of clients over the years, providing the same level of careful preparation, honest advice and experienced courtroom advocacy in every matter.
From police investigations and court appearances to sentencing, licence appeals and criminal appeals, Michelle delivers practical guidance backed by decades of experience appearing before the Local Court, District Court and Supreme Court of New South Wales. Clients value her strategic approach, clear communication and realistic advice, ensuring they understand their options and feel supported throughout the legal process.
Whether you require representation for a criminal offence, a traffic matter, a licence appeal or advice after being contacted by police, Duncan Criminal Law provides experienced legal services across Sydney and throughout New South Wales. Complete the enquiry form below or call 0448 946 529 to arrange a confidential consultation.
Complete criminal & traffic legal services from start to finish
No two matters follow exactly the same path, but early legal advice and strategic preparation always matters. Michelle Duncan and Duncan Criminal Law’s Sydney Legal Services cover every stage of legal process including:
- Advice before charges are laid or after contact from police
- Police interviews and investigations
- Bail applications and show cause matters
- Court Attendance
- Notices and first court appearances
- Local Court hearings and defended matters
- District Court and Supreme Court proceedings
- Sentencing hearings and submissions
- Licence suspension and disqualification appeals
- Conviction and sentence appeals
Every matter is approached with careful preparation, strategic planning and close attention to the evidence. Michelle works to identify the legal issues early, explain the available options in clear language and present the strongest possible case based on the facts and applicable law.
Traffic legal services Sydney: Protect your licence & livelihood
Traffic offences can carry consequences well beyond a fine. Depending on the circumstances, you may be facing licence suspension or disqualification, significant financial penalties, a criminal conviction or, in some cases, imprisonment. For many people, losing the ability to drive can affect their employment, business, family responsibilities and day-to-day independence. Talk to A traffic Lawyer at Duncan Criminal Law for the following:
- Drink driving and PCA offences
- Drug driving offences
- Dangerous, negligent and reckless driving charges
- Driving while suspended, cancelled or disqualified
- Licence suspension and licence appeal matters
- Excessive speeding offences
- Heavy vehicle and commercial driver offences
- Traffic-related court appearances and sentencing matters
Legal services: Criminal law matters
A criminal charge can have lasting consequences that extend beyond the courtroom, affecting your reputation, employment, professional registration, ability to travel and future opportunities. Whether you are under police investigation, have received a Court Attendance Notice or are preparing for a defended hearing, obtaining experienced legal representation early is an important step.
With extensive experience, Michelle Duncan expertly represents clients throughout Sydney and New South Wales across a broad range of criminal law matters. She provides strategic advice, meticulous case preparation and experienced courtroom advocacy, ensuring every matter is approached with careful attention to the evidence, legal issues and available options. Michelle regularly represents clients in matters involving:
- Assault and violence offences
- Domestic violence and Apprehended Violence Order (AVO) matters
- Drug possession, supply and other drug offences
- Fraud, theft and dishonesty offences
- Break and enter, robbery and property offences
- Sexual offence allegations
- Serious indictable offences
- Bail applications and show cause matters
- Sentencing hearings and criminal appeals
- Youth and Children's Court matters
Every criminal matter is unique.
Michelle takes the time to understand the circumstances of each case, identify potential legal issues, explain the process in straightforward language and develop a strategy based on the available evidence and applicable law. Her focus is on providing clear, practical advice and experienced representation at every stage of the criminal justice process.
Legal services & representation in the local, district and supreme courts of New South Wales
Appearing before a court can be one of the most stressful parts of a criminal or traffic matter. Every court has its own procedures, evidentiary requirements and sentencing principles, making experienced legal representation essential from the outset.
Michelle Duncan has represented clients in courts throughout New South Wales, providing strategic advice and experienced courtroom advocacy across a broad range of criminal and traffic matters. Michelle regularly represents clients in:
- First court appearances and Court Attendance Notices
- Police bail matters and bail applications
- Defended hearings in the Local Court Summary and indictable criminal offences
- Traffic offences and licence matters
- Committal proceedings
- Sentencing hearings
- Conviction and sentence appeals
- District Court trials
- Supreme Court criminal proceedings
Every matter is prepared with care, precision and attention to detail, ensuring clients are supported from their first court appearance through to the final resolution of their case.
Why choose Duncan Criminal Law
Why choose Duncan Criminal Law
Facing criminal charges can be one of the most stressful experiences of your life. Choosing the right lawyer is about more than legal knowledge. It is about having someone who understands the court process, prepares your case thoroughly and provides clear guidance from the moment you are charged until your matter is finalised.
For more than 36 years, Michelle Duncan has focused exclusively on Criminal and Traffic Law, representing clients across New South Wales with professionalism, integrity and practical legal advice. Every client receives direct access to Michelle and benefits from decades of courtroom experience.
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A Practice Focused on Criminal and Traffic Law
Michelle has dedicated more than three decades to Criminal and Traffic Law, representing clients across a broad range of offences and regularly appearing in courts throughout New South Wales.
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Personal Representation For Each Client
When you engage Duncan Criminal Law, your matter is handled personally by Michelle Duncan. You receive consistent advice, direct communication and representation from the lawyer who knows your case from beginning to end.
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Thorough Preparation Tailored To Your Circumstances
Every matter begins with a careful review of the evidence, the circumstances of the alleged offence and the legal issues involved. Michelle develops a considered strategy and ensures clients understand what to expect at every stage of the legal process.
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Clear, Honest Advice
Legal proceedings can feel overwhelming. Michelle explains complex legal issues in straightforward language, providing realistic advice about your circumstances, the legal process and the options available under the law.
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36 + years Experience in Criminal & Traffic Matters
With more than 36 years working on both sides of the court, and proven results in Local, District and Supreme Courts of New South Wales, Michelle provides skilled courtroom advocacy supported by careful preparation and a detailed understanding of criminal procedure.
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Recognised Within the Legal Profession
Michelle Duncan has been recognised in Doyle's Guide, an independent publication that acknowledges respected lawyers based on peer recognition, professional reputation and industry standing.
Representing clients in traffic matters in Sydney and across New South Wales
Whether you are facing a traffic offence in metropolitan Sydney, a regional centre or a rural community, obtaining experienced legal representation as early as possible can help you understand the court process, your legal obligations and the options available to you.
Michelle Duncan provides traffic law representation to clients across New South Wales, acting in matters ranging from drink driving, drug driving and dangerous driving charges through to licence appeals, driving while suspended or disqualified, and other serious traffic offences.
Although based in Sydney, Michelle regularly represents clients appearing in courts throughout New South Wales. Where attending the office is not practical, confidential consultations can be conducted by telephone or secure video conference, allowing clients to receive experienced legal advice regardless of their location.
Representing clients throughout New South Wales, including: Sydney Parramatta Liverpool Blacktown Penrith Campbelltown Newcastle Wollongong Central Coast Blue Mountains Orange Dubbo Bathurst Wagga Wagga Albury Tamworth Coffs Harbour Lismore Regional and rural communities across New South Wales