CRIMINAL LAW

Presenting your defence with genuine intent.

Our criminal defence team, led by the experienced Charles Nikakis and Paul Tomlinson, have represented countless high-profile defendants in the most complex of criminal trials.  That said, we represent clients in any range of matters, including minor driving infringements, thefts, and drug possession.

HOW WE CAN HELP

Defence Lawyers

  • Charles Nikakis

    Principal Lawyer

    Charles began his tenure at the firm in 1981 and became a partner in 1989. Charles is one of Melbourne’s leading and most experienced criminal defence lawyers, having acted in countless high-profile cases seeing his name become synonymous with the Melbourne criminal law landscape.

    Charles practises in all jurisdictions, however, with his level of experience, primarily appears in criminal proceedings concerning serious charges in the County and Supreme Courts of Victoria.

  • Paul Tomlinson

    Principal Lawyer

    Paul is an accredited criminal law specialist and boasts an in depth, intricate understanding of legislation and regulations which apply to criminal prosecutions.Paul has worked as a criminal defence lawyer since 2005 and became a partner at Haines and Polites in 2011.

    Paul appears in all jurisdictions and acts in a wide range of criminal matters, from serious criminal charges to charges of a less serious nature. Paul’s clients value his commitment to boldly advocating for their best interests in the course of prosecution.

Contact us.

reception@hplaw.com.au
(03) 9670 5085

Level 8, 179 Queen Street Melbourne VIC 3000