SCL LAWYER
Muhammad Siddique is a highly-respected Senior Criminal Lawyer with vast experience in criminal and traffic law defence, as well as many years in general practice as a consultant lawyer and senior in-house legal officer.
Muhammad is a highly skilled courtroom advocate with an unwavering commitment to providing accurate advice and exceptional representation to clients facing a wide range of criminal and traffic law allegations, from assaults and AVOs, to drink and drug driving, to complex and serious criminal offences.
With extensive experience in defending criminal and traffic law cases, Muhammad is known for his meticulous preparation, persuasive advocacy, and unwavering commitment to protecting his clients’ rights and achieving positive outcomes.
Admitted as a lawyer of the Supreme Court of New South Wales and holding Degrees in Law and Commerce, as well as a Masters in Law, and having significant experience in all levels of the court hierarchy – from the Local and Children’s, to the District and Supreme Courts – Muhammad’s clients benefit from his knowledge of the law and ability to formulate and implement effective legal strategies that consistently lead to exceptional results.
Muhammad is a client-focused, empathetic lawyer who is passionate about fighting for his clients, whatever their social, cultural or economic backgrounds. He is fluent in Urdu, Punjabi, and Hindi, and prides himself on his ability to deliver down-to-earth, culturally sensitive legal advice, as well as to persuasively advocate on behalf of his clients inside the courtroom.
Muhammad is an integral member of Sydney’s best criminal defence team.
My case was resolved with a Section 10(1) (a) a complete dismissal and no conviction the best possible outcome
I truly really cannot recommend Muhammad Siddique highly enough. From the very beginning, he approached my matter with professionalism, integrity, and an incredible depth of legal knowledge. What stood out most was that he never treated my case as just another traffic matter he understood how serious the consequences could be for my future and acted accordingly.
My case involved complex interstate licence issues, conflicting terminology and delays caused by the prosecution. At times, it felt overwhelming and frightening, especially when it appeared that I could be facing a serious penalty that would affect my licence, my record, and my future opportunities. Muhammad remained calm, strategic, and focused throughout, even when the prosecution was unprepared and the situation kept shifting. He took the time to carefully analyse the details, explain the law clearly, and guide me through every step without rushing me into decisions. When it mattered most, he ensured that I did not plead prematurely and protected my position, even though it would have been easier to take shortcuts. His judgment in court, timing, and advocacy were exceptional. Because of Muhammad’s preparation, experience, and ability to present the matter properly, my case was resolved with a Section 10(1) (a) a complete dismissal and no conviction the best possible outcome that I really didn’t think I would get but Muhammad made sure I did. At a moment where it genuinely felt like my future was on the line, he stepped up and ensured it was protected.
Beyond his legal skill, Muhammad was respectful, patient, and reassuring during an extremely stressful time. He treated me with dignity and made sure I felt supported, not judged. If you are looking for a lawyer who is thorough, principled, and truly committed to achieving the best outcome for their clients especially when the stakes are high I cannot recommend Muhammad Siddique strongly enough. I am deeply grateful for his work and professionalism during this difficult period in my life. He went above and beyond in all ways, he really did.. thank you with all my heart!
The intimidation charge was dropped prior us facing the court
I was charged for two offences and my friend recommended me to seek assistance from Sydney Criminal Lawyers. Mr. Muhammad Siddique was the one who handled my case. Being in the practice for many years, he is equipped with the legal knowledge and knows how to handle the case effectively.
Through his representation, the intimidation charge was dropped prior us facing the court. The second charge, use of offensive language, was also successfully let go by the judge, leaving me without conviction.
I am so grateful with Mr. Muhammad's help. He has saved my stature from those allegations. Do continue to be the voice of the people to bring proper justice, Mr. Muhammad.
Many thanks overall to Sydney Criminal Lawyers. You are a firm that we can depend on. I highly recommend your services.
This lawyer's expertise, confidence, and regard for the client led to our case's win
Upon learning that my best friend got into trouble, I searched for law firms that could help on his case. Sydney Criminal Lawyers came on top of my search results. Seeing their 5-star reviews and their specialty areas, we decided to go with them - and they did not disappoint us.
My best friend got cleared from two offences: intimidation and use of offensive language. We are grateful for Mr. Siddique who took over his case. From day one, he listened to the client (my best friend), reviewed the existing evidences, and discussed all possible outcomes giving the client understanding of the process and the nature of the charges.
As one of my best friend's character reference, Mr. Siddique shared guidelines how to effectively write the document, ensuring that I will be able to provide the information about the client that would be presented to the court.
This lawyer's expertise, confidence, and regard for the client led to our case's win. Thank you, Mr. Siddique for a job well done!
Indeed, Sydney Criminal Lawyers is highly recommendable and worthy of their 5-star status.
Thorough handling of the case resulted in a community-based sentence instead of jail time
Recently, I faced arrest and serious charges due to my mental health issues. Mr Muhammad Siddique from Sydney Criminal Lawyers immediately took charge of my case, guiding me through the arrest process and securing bail despite the police's strong opposition. His strategic approach identified my psychological issues, enabling us to prepare a section 14 mental health diversion application. Mr Siddique's empathetic and thorough handling of the case resulted in a community-based sentence instead of jail time, which was a tremendous relief for me and my family. I highly recommend Mr Siddique and SCL for their exceptional legal support.
I’m deeply grateful for his dedication and highly recommend him to anyone seeking a trustworthy and skilled criminal defence lawyer
I had the privilege of being represented by Mr. Muhammad A. Siddique from Sydney Criminal Lawyers, and I can confidently say he is one of the best lawyers in Sydney. He handled my case with exceptional professionalism, deep legal knowledge, and genuine care.
My ex-partner had made three serious false allegations against me, but thanks to Mr. Siddique’s expertise, strategic approach, and strong advocacy, all of those charges were successfully dropped. Throughout the process, he was calm, supportive, and always made me feel heard and protected.
Mr. Siddique is not only a brilliant legal mind but also a kind and ethical person who truly fights for justice. I’m deeply grateful for his dedication and highly recommend him to anyone seeking a trustworthy and skilled criminal defence lawyer.
I felt looked after and secure under his care
Muhammad Siddique treated my case with incredible professionalism and courtesy. I felt looked after and secure under his care. Thank you Muhammad!
Professional, responsive, and truly dedicated
I highly recommend Muhammad A Siddique lawyer for traffic offense cases. His deep knowledge of traffic law, clear communication, and strong courtroom presence made me feel confident throughout the process. He explained my options honestly, fought hard on my behalf, and achieved a much better outcome than I expected. Professional, responsive, and truly dedicated — an excellent choice for anyone needing help with traffic charges.
Resulted in a complete dismissal of all charges and no criminal record!!
I had the pleasure with working with Muhammad Siddique on my first ever criminal case. I had no prior experience with dealing with criminal legal matters and was very stressed with what to do. I had my first free consultation with Muhammad, which advised on what to do next and proposed a plan to achieve the best possible outcome, which resulted in a complete dismissal of all charges and no criminal record!! I had other consultations with other lawyers, but they all recommended the easy and safe result with a early guilty plea. I decided to work with Muhammad because he was the only one that was willing to work and fight for the best possible result rather than the most safe and easiest one.
In the end, I walked out of the courtroom very happy and relieved with the best possible outcome achieved and all my charges dismissed. It was thanks to the guidance and preparation by Muhammad, we were able to achieve this result. I cannot thank Muhammad enough and would highly recommend Muhammad if you ever need a lawyer that would work and fight for the best outcome!
Won case
Muhammad won case I would recommend him highly.
Handled everything efficiently and with great attention to detail
I had an outstanding experience being represented by Muhammad. He is exceptionally professional, reliable, and approachable. Throughout the process, he handled everything efficiently and with great attention to detail. His communication was clear, his preparation was thorough, and his work was always of the highest quality.
Muhammad’s dedication and skill gave me complete confidence, and I truly appreciate the way he made the process smooth and stress-free. I highly recommend him to anyone in need of excellent legal representation. He got incredible results, exceeding my expectations.