Criminal Law

Dishonesty Related Offences

Dishonesty offences involve fraud, theft, or deception for personal gain. These serious crimes can lead to significant penalties, including imprisonment. Understanding the legal implications is crucial.

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Brightstone Defence has a team of committed lawyers specialising in criminal domestic violence cases in NSW (Sydney) and the ACT capital (Canberra).

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We provide accurate and effective court defence legal services to clients all year round. Brightstone Defence will provide you with the most authoritative and professional legal advice and defence to ensure that your legal rights and interests are protected to the greatest extent within the legal framework.

Domestic Violence Defence
Application and defence of AVO
Appeals in domestic violence cases

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98%

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PRAISE RATE

20+

PROFESSIONAL
TEAM OF LAWYERS

150+

SUCCESSFUL
CASES PER YEAR

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Personalized legal strategies tailored to each case

Recognized leaders in criminal defence law

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The process was smooth, efficient, and completed in a timely manner. My solicitor was always patient, professional, and thorough when we talk.

Lin M - Google

Our lawyer supported us with the most effective and efficient advice, which saved us lots of time and effort, our lawful rights were well protected.

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Alex Cao went above and beyond to assist with the matter. He was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions I had.

Rachel - Google

4.9

out of 5 stars

The process was smooth, efficient, and completed in a timely manner. My solicitor was always patient, professional, and thorough when we talk.

Lin M - Google

Our lawyer supported us with the most effective and efficient advice, which saved us lots of time and effort, our lawful rights were well protected.

Zifu - Google

Alex Cao went above and beyond to assist with the matter. He was professional, knowledgeable, and always available to answer any questions I had.

Rachel - Google

4.9

out of 5 stars

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Dishonesty Related Offences

Dishonesty offences involve fraud, theft, or deception for personal gain. These serious crimes can lead to significant penalties, including imprisonment. Understanding the legal implications is crucial.

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Dishonesty Related Offences

EXPERIENCED DOMESTIC VIOLENCE & AVO LAWYERS

‍

Brightstone Defence has a team of committed lawyers specialising in criminal domestic violence cases in NSW (Sydney) and the ACT capital (Canberra).

‍

We provide accurate and effective court defence legal services to clients all year round. Brightstone Defence will provide you with the most authoritative and professional legal advice and defence to ensure that your legal rights and interests are protected to the greatest extent within the legal framework.

Domestic Violence Defence
Application and defence of AVO
Appeals in domestic violence cases

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Alex Zhao

Senior Lawyer

Sharon Yu

Senior Lawyer

Cherry Au-Yeung

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ASSISTING POLICE
QUESTIONING

98%

CUSTOMER
PRAISE RATE

20+

PROFESSIONAL
TEAM OF LAWYERS

150+

SUCCESSFUL
CASES PER YEAR

Testimonials

WORLD CLASS
REPRESENTATION

100+ 5 Star Reviews

Personalized legal strategies tailored to each case

Recognized leaders in criminal defence law

Free initial consultation and case evaluation

Proven success in high-stakes and complex cases

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Thankfully, with the patient support and detailed investigation by Lawyer Cao and his team, Alex and Cherry, the case finally concluded in March 2025, with me being acquitted and released without charges. This case dragged on for two years—it was mentally and emotionally draining. At one point, I felt like the world had lost all color. But thanks to Lawyer Cao and his team, who didn’t give up even after losing the first trial, I was eventually found not guilty at the final appeal. Thank you for your professionalism. You’ve helped restore some of my faith that there is still kindness in this world.

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Tony

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I'm really appreciate Alex as well as Sharon who took over my case from a year ago. Not only have they developed effective strategies coping my court case, but they also helped me achieved unexpected result, which won't affect my visa and potential permanent residency, and I'm grateful to what they have put a lot effort into in the last year.

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