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Law Firms in Sydney

A Sydney search can involve a CBD practice, a suburban office or a firm advising remotely across New South Wales. Start with the place connected to the legal issue and the next decision you face. The most convenient office is not automatically the firm with the right scope, conflicts position or availability.

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Local preparation by Talk to a Lawyer · Updated 30 September 2026

Choose a Sydney Law Firm by the Work You Need

Sydney enquiries often involve different places: where you live, where a property or workplace is located, and where a court, tribunal or transaction is being handled. Put the relevant NSW location and any formal reference in your first message. If another state is involved, ask the firm to identify which jurisdiction it is being asked to advise on.

Try the suburb connected to the issue as well as your home suburb, then compare the same proposed first task across firms.

Search by legal category and location

Find lawyers across every supported area of law in Sydney. Each page combines preparation guidance, matching local Law Firms, statewide alternatives, FAQs and related legal services.

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These Law Firms match the Sydney city search. Their position is not a recommendation or a ranking of legal ability.

Law practiceSydney NSW 2000

Sydney Criminal & Traffic Lawyers

Sydney Criminal & Traffic Lawyers is listed as a legal practice in Sydney, NSW. The profile highlights Criminal Law, Drink & Drug Driving, Traffic Offences, Assault & Violent Offences, Bail Applications. Use it when deciding whether to start a first legal conversation. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

  • Criminal Law
  • Drink Driving
  • Traffic Law
Meeting formats: In Person, Phone, Video
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Law practiceSydney NSW 2000

Unified Lawyers

Unified Lawyers is listed as a legal practice in Sydney, NSW. The profile highlights Family Law, Divorce & Separation, Parenting & Child Custody, Binding Financial Agreements, Property & Conveyancing. Use it when deciding whether to start a first legal conversation. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

  • Family Law
  • Divorce Separation
  • Child Custody Parenting
Meeting formats: In Person, Phone
Confirm arrangements directly.
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Law practiceLiverpool NSW 2170

MS Lawyers Sydney

MS Lawyers Sydney is listed as a legal practice in Liverpool, NSW. The profile highlights Property & Conveyancing, Family Law, Criminal Law, Parenting & Child Custody, Commercial Property & Leasing. Use it when deciding whether to start a first legal conversation. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

  • Property & Conveyancing
  • Family Law
  • Criminal Law
Meeting formats: In Person, Phone
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Law practiceSydney NSW 2000

Streeton Criminal Lawyers

Streeton Criminal Lawyers is listed as a legal practice in Sydney, NSW. The profile highlights Criminal Law, Drink & Drug Driving, Domestic Violence & AVOs, Traffic Offences, Assault & Violent Offences. Use it when deciding whether to start a first legal conversation. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

  • Criminal Law
  • Drink Driving
  • Domestic Violence & AVO
Meeting formats: In Person, Phone
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Law practiceSydney NSW 2000

Carneys Lawyers c/- Walker Beer Solicitors + Conveyancers

Carneys Lawyers c/- Walker Beer Solicitors + Conveyancers is listed as a legal practice in Sydney, NSW. The profile highlights Litigation & Dispute Resolution, Commercial Litigation, Property & Conveyancing, Wills & Estates, Insolvency & Restructuring. Use it when deciding whether to start a first legal conversation. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

  • Litigation & Disputes
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Property & Conveyancing

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Law practiceSydney NSW 2000

Garling and Co

Garling and Co is listed as a legal practice in Sydney, NSW. The profile highlights Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents / CTP, TPD & Superannuation Claims, Public Liability. Use it when deciding whether to start a first legal conversation. A phone contact is available. A website or office page is available for follow-up. The record indicates the practice may be accepting new clients. Confirm current availability, the right contact person, costs and whether the provider handles this exact issue before sharing confidential documents.

  • Workers Compensation
  • Personal Injury
  • Motor Vehicle Accidents
Meeting formats: In Person, Phone
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Remote and In-Person Legal Appointments in Sydney

Travel across metropolitan Sydney can affect the practical cost of meetings and attendance. Ask whether the first consultation, identity check and document review can occur remotely, and whether any later appearance requires a particular registry or hearing location.

Choose the Right Legal-Help Pathway in Sydney

Use the document, your role and the required task to choose a service. These New South Wales resources help identify the process; they do not establish that a particular firm can act.

Tenancy, strata or building work?

These are different NSW property problems. Name the agreement and your role—tenant, owner, owners corporation or contracting party—before choosing a service. For an existing NCAT matter, keep the application, directions and dates with your enquiry.

NCAT case types and application pathways

Advice or representation at NCAT?

Ask whether you need advice on documents, preparation for a hearing or someone to appear. NCAT has its own representation rules, so a lawyer's availability does not establish permission to represent you in every matter.

NCAT representation information

Check the Proposed Lawyer and Compare the First Fee

Check the Law Society of New South Wales register, then ask who will do the work, whether the proposed service includes attendance, and which travel or outside expenses are excluded. Use the legal costs agreement checklist to record the answers.

Other New South Wales Locations to Compare

These are alternative location searches, not confirmation that a firm serves your area. Ask about jurisdiction and attendance directly.

Compare a local lawyer with a remote law firm

Check the court or registry before arranging attendance

Your home address, a lawyer’s office and the venue named in a notice can be different places. Start with the exact court, case reference and current directions. The resource below helps check official contact and location information; it does not decide which court has jurisdiction over your matter.

NSW Local Court locations, lists and forms

  1. Read the full venue and appearance instructions on the most recent notice.
  2. Check the official source for registry contacts and current arrangements. Confirm uncertainties before booking travel.
  3. Ask the firm whether its engagement covers advice, document preparation or attendance at that venue.
  4. Raise interpreter, accessibility and communication needs early; confirm who is arranging each service.

Court directory source checked 30 September 2026. This is a navigation resource, not confirmation of a particular hearing date or sitting schedule.

Official NSW Legal-Help Resources

Questions About Finding Legal Help in Sydney

How do I find a lawyer in Sydney?

Choose an area of law and search Sydney or the suburb connected to the issue. Compare Law Firms, then confirm jurisdiction, conflicts, capacity and the precise first task directly.

Does the nearest Sydney Law Firm have to take my matter?

No. Distance is one practical factor. A firm may not offer the required service, may have a conflict or may not have current capacity. Ask before sending confidential documents.

Can a Sydney lawyer meet with me online?

Some firms publish phone or video appointments. Confirm the format, identity checks, secure document method and whether any later attendance must happen in person.

Where can I check free legal-help options in NSW?

Legal Aid NSW publishes official information about legal-help pathways, service scope and eligibility. Availability depends on the issue and personal circumstances.

Which tribunal serves Sydney?

NSW Civil and Administrative Tribunal (NCAT) is the state or territory civil and administrative tribunal resource. It handles only matters within its jurisdiction; check the case type and obtain legal advice where needed.

What should I ask about legal fees?

Ask each firm to price the same first task, identify who will do the work, explain exclusions and disbursements, and say what happens before further costs are incurred.

Read the complete New South Wales legal-help guide →

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