Paralegal

Yara Ghaddar

Yara is a vital part of the team, providing practical support across a broad spectrum of criminal and traffic law matters ensuring the smooth progression of each case.

Yara is a vital part of the team, providing practical support across a broad spectrum of criminal and traffic law matters ensuring the smooth progression of each case. Her work includes drafting court documents, preparing briefs, managing client communication, coordinating with our barristers, police, and court staff to keep matters running efficiently for our clients.

She is experienced in drafting legal documents, conducting research, and providing essential behind-the-scenes support that keeps cases on track.

Yara has knowledge across a wide variety of legal proceedings including bail applications, sentences, hearings, and appeals.

Yara has developed a solid understanding of the criminal legal processes and brings reliable support to both the firm's lawyers and clients. She is often the first point of contact for clients and takes care to explain procedures clearly and ensure they feel supported throughout.

Alongside her legal work, Yara is advancing in her studies and is committed to building a career in criminal defence.

Results

We deliver successful results time after time

Charges of possess prohibited drug and custody of a knife in a courthouse dismissed under a non-conviction order

Our client, who was initially attending court for a charge of possessing cocaine, was charged in Waverley Courthouse with custody of a knife when it was found on him during security screening upon his entry into court.

Our client, who was charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm, has been found not guilty after the complainant was cross-examined and discredited on the stand, exposing her allegations as false and fabricated.

Our client, who was charged with assault occasioning actual bodily harm, has been found not guilty after the complainant was cross-examined and discredited on the stand, exposing her allegations as false and fabricated.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need a criminal lawyer?

A criminal lawyer is your mouthpiece both in and out of court when talking to Judges, prosecutors, witnesses, media and police officers. They protect your rights, advise and guide you through criminal proceedings, fight to get charges dropped by negotiations and fierce representation in court. They also carefully review the police evidence, find inconsistencies in them, and strengthen your defence, all to maximise your chances at getting the best possible result.

Can I afford a criminal lawyer?

At Faraj Defence Lawyers, we understand that along with the stress of being charged with an offence, it is often difficult to afford highly experienced lawyers however, we offer fair costs on a fixed fees and flexible payment arrangements to assist our clients. Am I going to jail?The police fact sheet says I did it, how can I defend myself in court?

Am I going to jail?

When someone is charged with an offence, the first thing they panic about is whether or not they are going to jail. As experienced and specialised lawyers, we do everything in our power to ensure that our clients remain in the community with their friends and family. There are many different penalties issued by the court apart from jail which also include dismissals, fines and good behaviour bonds. The police fact sheet says I did it, how can I defend myself in court?

The police face sheet says I did it, how can I defend myself?

When someone is charged with an offence, the first thing they panic about is whether or not they are going to jail. As experienced and specialised lawyers, we do everything in our power to ensure that our clients remain in the community with their friends and family. There are many different penalties issued by the court apart from jail which also include dismissals, fines and good behaviour bonds. The police fact sheet says I did it, how can I defend myself in court?

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We look forward to helping you in your time of need and assisting you in achieving justice. We know how stressful these times can be therefore, your enquiry will be responded to within the same day.