Special thanks to Tania and Wali for everything you did, I will be forever grateful. I made my first call to Criminal Defence Lawyers Australia, and from that moment I knew I was in the right hands.

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2025 has been the worst year of my adult life, with my world turned completely upside-down. I was facing serious accusations with the very real possibility of incarceration. Having never been in a situation like this, I reached out to several legal firms, including local ones, but their testimonials and reviews didn’t give me the confidence I needed.

On a Sunday in early February 2025, I made my first call to Criminal Defence Lawyers Australia, and from that moment I knew I was in the right hands. The initial consultation was free, and during that call my case was explained clearly and thoroughly. Being located in rural NSW, CDL went above and beyond to accommodate different communication methods, ensuring honest, transparent and consistent updates.

From the initial charges to navigating the ADVO and securing my bail, CDLA guided and supported me every step of the way.

Several months later, I had the privilege of working closely with Tania Durham and Wali Shukoor. Given the seriousness of the accusations, they worked tirelessly preparing the case for both the hearing and the trial. As my mental health declined under the weight of the situation, both Tania and Wali showed genuine empathy, reassurance, and understanding.

When it came time for trial, their professionalism and expertise shone through. They were able to reduce what was originally a four-day trial to just two and a half days — saving time and significantly reducing costs. Their confidence, knowledge and absolute professionalism were outstanding.

With the outstanding support of the CDL team, the truth prevailed and the conviction hanging over my life was dismissed.

Thank you to the entire team — and especially Tania and Wali — for everything you did. I will be forever grateful.

Published on 14/12/2025