Kogarah · Southern Sydney
Assault Lawyers in Kogarah
For assault charges at the Kogarah courts, you want lawyers who have run these matters to verdict.
From common assault to grievous bodily harm, defended with the full context the prosecution leaves out. For clients in Kogarah and across Southern Sydney, we bring that defence to your local court.
Kogarah is a short drive from our Padstow office, so we can meet you locally and appear for you close to home. We defend the full range of assault allegations. See our Assault & Violence Charges page for how we approach these charges in detail.
We appear in Kogarah regularly, and we prepare every matter as though it will be fought, because that is how the best outcomes are won. City Group Legal appears at Kogarah for drink and drug driving, licence appeals, drug, assault and AVO matters.
What's at stake. Penalties rise sharply with the injury and intent alleged, from fines and community-based orders for common assault to a maximum of 25 years for wounding or grievous bodily harm with intent. Whether a matter stays in the Local Court or is committed to the District Court changes the exposure significantly.
Our defence record in this area is set out in full on our case results, including acquittals and charges withdrawn on assault and related matters.
Your enquiry is treated in confidence. If you or a family member has been charged with a assault offence in Kogarah, call us. The earlier we're involved, the more we can do.
Assault questions in Kogarah
Is self-defence really a defence?
Yes, and a complete one. If there is a reasonable possibility you acted to defend yourself or someone else, the prosecution must disprove it beyond reasonable doubt. Presenting the full history between the parties is often what makes it succeed.
Which court will my assault matter be heard at in Kogarah?
Depending on the charge and its seriousness, assault matters in Kogarah are generally dealt with at the Kogarah Local Court. We appear at all of these and will advise you on where your matter will be listed.
The earlier we start, the more we can do.
Whether you’ve been charged, arrested, or are helping a family member, the earliest advice is the most valuable.