Hannay Criminal Defence

About Hannay Criminal Defence

Hannay Criminal Defence is a criminal law firm with offices in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sydney, representing clients facing criminal and traffic charges across Queensland and New South Wales. The firm handles drug offences, assault and violent crime charges, fraud and dishonesty matters, break and enter or burglary charges, sexual offences, domestic violence charges, and murder or manslaughter matters. It also acts in traffic offence cases including drink and drug driving, and provides disciplinary law representation for professionals, public servants, police officers and athletes facing workplace investigations or coercive hearings that escalate into criminal charges. Led by director Daniel Hannay alongside a team of managing solicitors and support staff, the firm offers a free initial consultation and emphasises early intervention, working to ensure investigations are conducted lawfully and, where possible, to resolve matters before they reach court. The practice has built a strong reputation in Queensland and New South Wales criminal defence, backed by multiple industry awards and a 4.6 Google rating.