The Sydney Criminal Defence Lawyer You Can Trust
Minor offences to serious criminal charges, we provide strategic, results-driven defence. Get in touch today for a free 20-minute consultation.
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Our Criminal Defence Services
Criminal law isn't one of the things we do — it's our expertise.
Domestic Violence
Discreet, non-judgemental defence against AVO applications and domestic violence charges. We help to protect your rights, your family and your reputation.
Drug Offences
Defence for drug possession, supply and manufacturing charges. From early guidance through to negotiating or contesting the charges at hearing.
Bail Applications
Prompt, focused representation for urgent and complex bail applications, including show-cause matters, working to secure your release and getting you home.
Court Appeals
Appeals against conviction or the severity of a sentence in the District Court, with an honest, realistic assessment of your prospects of success.
Assault Charges
Strong courtroom advocacy for common assault and AOABH charges. From challenging the evidence to presenting mitigating factors on sentence.
Sexual Offences
Strategic defence for sexual assault allegations, historical claims and police investigations, protecting your liberty and reputation while analysing highly sensitive and complex evidence.
Why Clients Choose Tempus Law
Fast Response
We act quickly on urgent matters, giving you answers early so you can make informed decisions before your first court date or police interview.
Upfront Fixed Fees
You will know your costs from the outset, with fixed fees on many standard matters and flexible payment options for more complex cases.
One Dedicated Lawyer
Joanna personally manages your matter from your first call to the final outcome, so you always deal directly with the lawyer who knows your case.
NSW Court Experience
With regular appearances in courts right across New South Wales, we know how local prosecutors and magistrates approach these matters and prepare accordingly.
Transparency
We understand how overwhelming the legal system can be. That's why we offer clear advice to help you understand your situation and what happens next.
Proven Track Record
A long history of favourable outcomes across criminal and traffic matters, earned through careful preparation and a genuine commitment to every client.
What Our Clients Say
Thank you Joanna Pasternak from Tempus Law! She advocated strongly for me in Court at a hearing for an assault matter. Her communication style was clear, strong and effective. After a hearing, I was found not guilty and everything dismissed. I cannot thank her enough. I have no hesitation to recommend her legal services to anyone in need.
I can’t recommend Joanna from Tempus Law highly enough. She supported me through an unfortunate situation where I was wrongly accused of a criminal charge and helped me successfully win a very difficult case. I’m incredibly grateful for her support. Joanna is professional, trustworthy, and absolutely worth the investment.
The Lawyer on Your Side
Joanna has built her career standing up for everyday people facing some of the most difficult moments in their lives. Whether it's a minor offence or a serious criminal charge, she understands how overwhelming the legal system can feel.
She believes every case deserves a strategy. Over her career she has defended countless clients across a broad range of criminal and traffic cases, with a proven track record of favourable outcomes.
Approachable, honest and fiercely dedicated to your defence, Joanna will tell it to you straight, keep you informed at every stage, and never stop fighting for your rights.
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Facing a criminal or traffic charge in NSW? Talk to Tempus Law for trustworthy guidance in your corner.