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Our Approach

Defending your freedom across South-East Queensland and New South Wales: East Coast Criminal Lawyers – Your 24/7 expert defence force.

Joshua Roscoe

Facing criminal; traffic; or domestic violence charges?

Your world stops. Ours starts moving. At East Coast Criminal Lawyers, we exist for one critical purpose: to be your relentless, expert criminal defence advocates across South-East Queensland and New South Wales.

While small firms dilute their focus across multiple legal areas, we dedicate our expertise, resources, and passion to criminal law and defence. This is not just a practice area for us; it’s our mission. The result? Sharper strategies, fiercer advocacy, and exceptional results designed to protect your freedom, reputation, and future.

Meet the team

Joshua Roscoe - East Coast Criminal Lawyers

Joshua Roscoe

Principal Solicitor

Terry Roscie

Terry Roscoe

Head of Operations and Finance (Non Lawyer)

Gordon Roscoe

Gordon Roscoe

General Manager (Non Lawyer)

Utilising the very best Barristers

We utilise the best Barristers in Queensland and New South Wales such as Tom Polley, Hon Greg James AM KC, and Evan James.

Tom Polley

Barrister

Evan James

Barrister

Greg James KC

Barrister

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Elite advocate solicitors and Barrister power – your courtroom advantage

Criminal trials are complex battlegrounds.

That’s why we strategically deploy leading criminal advocates – experts handpicked for your specific charge. Whether it’s complex fraud, serious assault, traffic offences, drug offences, or domestic violence allegations, we work with experts who live in that niche.

This isn’t just support; it’s bringing in expert artillery tailored to win your fight.

We excel where it matters most

This isn’t just support; it’s bringing in expert artillery tailored to win your fight.

Expert advice

Mastering Evidence & Procedure

Finding critical gaps in prosecution evidence and exploring procedural errors.

Expert advice

Dominating Courtroom Advocacy

Presenting compelling arguments, conducting precise cross-examinations, and earning the respect of the judiciary.

Expert advice

Providing Unmatched Strategic Counsel

Advising on pleas, trial risks, and appeal strategies from day one.

Why our exclusive criminal focus delivers superior defence?

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Your Life, Your Defence – Truly Individualised Strategy

Your Life, Your Defence – Truly Individualised Strategy

A shoplifting charge carries different consequences for a student versus a professional. We invest deeply to understand your unique circumstances, pressures, family situation, and career impact.

This is not a conveyor belt. We build a bespoke defence strategy focused solely on achieving your best possible outcome – whether that’s a complete acquittal, charges dropped, a non-conviction, or minimised penalties.

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Justice Accessible 24/7/365 – We Answer When You Need Us Most

Justice Accessible 24/7/365 – We Answer When You Need Us Most

Arrests happen at 3 AM. Charges land on Christmas Day. Police interviews don’t wait. We do. Our phones are answered 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year – including all public holidays.

Don’t face a police station or courtroom alone. Immediate intervention protects your rights and builds your defence from the very first critical moment.

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Financial Flexibility – Quality Defence Within Reach

Financial Flexibility – Quality Defence Within Reach

We offer top-tier legal defence solutions tailored to your budget, ensuring you receive expert representation without compromising financial stability. Empowering you with flexible payment options, we make quality legal protection accessible when you need it most.

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The challenges generalist law firms may face in meeting the specific needs of criminal law clients

Spreading resources across family law, conveyancing, and criminal defence means mastering none. Criminal law is high-stakes, constantly evolving, and demands absolute focus. By dedicating ourselves primarily to criminal defence across South-East Queensland:

  • You Get Unmatched Depth: We anticipate Queensland and New South Wales prosecution tactics, know local courts intimately, and track precedent-setting cases daily.
  • You Get Proven Networks: Our exclusive focus means direct access to the region’s top criminal barristers, and relevant experts tailored to your matter.
  • You Get Total Commitment: Every ounce of our energy and expertise is laser-focused on achieving the best possible result for your criminal matter.

We Fight For You – And For What's Right

At East Coast Criminal Lawyers, social justice isn’t a slogan; it’s our foundation. We ensure everyone, regardless of background receives a fiercely competent, compassionate defence.

Our caring, results-driven team combines meticulous case preparation with genuine support, guiding you through the legal maze with clarity and determination. We fight with every tool, every connection, and every ounce of skill to secure your best future.

Book a Free Case Assessment Today

Call us now on +61 420 202 060