Robert Hanson

Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer
LL.B, G.D.L.P.
"A highly-respected Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer with 15 years of experience focusing on criminal defence".
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Robert Hanson is a highly-respected Senior Associate Criminal Lawyer with 15 years of experience focusing on criminal defence.

He has built and refined his ability to formulate and implement effective defence strategies during his years working with a number of criminal defence law firms, and well as his own legal practice.

Robert is a people’s advocate. He is imbued with a deep passion for social justice and empathy, and is tenacious when it comes to fighting for his valued clients.

He has successfully represented clients at all levels of the criminal justice system, and in all manner of criminal and traffic law cases, from less-serious cases such as drink driving, drug possession and small supply, less-serious assaults and AVOs all the way up to commercial drug cases, sexual assaults, assaults involving grievous bodily harm, complex fraud, money laundering and proceeds of crime, and homicide cases.

Robert leaves no stone unturned when it comes to the preparation of complex cases, dissecting the available material, identifying inconsistencies, deficiencies as well as legal defences that may be available, and accessing a network of forensic and medical experts to provide clients with the highest quality legal representation.

He has a long and proven track record of consistently having charges withdrawn at an early stage in the proceedings or dismissed in court in the event the prosecution proceeds to hearing or trial, as well as downgrading charges to less-serious ones when the evidence is overwhelming, and achieving lenient results such as ‘non conviction orders’ when clients wish to plead guilty.

Robert is an integral member of Sydney’s best criminal defence team.

What Robert's Clients Say

Highly recommend to contact him for criminal matters

Robert is very helpful lawyer who knows what to and how to maximise chance of winning cases. Highly recommend to contact him for criminal matters.

He has implemented clever and super effective strategies to get me out of murky water

I consider myself super lucky to be represented by Robert Hanson at the court Yesterday. At the age of 57, -Unfortunately- Ive found myself facing some serious charges for the first time in my life. It was Robert who guided me through hard times. He has implemented clever and super effective strategies to get me out of murky water. It was not something I d expect a lawyer defending me at the court passionately while navigating through the rules of Law in front of Magistrate. Like we see on Tv shows. But this time, it was real. He not only represented me at the court but also thought me it might be sometimes heaps better pleading guilty rather than not to receive the best result. A new expression for me “ plea of convenience “! He has that amazing capacity to explain to you what’s best for you and what needs to be done with honesty. When Robert was defending me at the court Yesterday expressing my facts -which were not written on police fact sheet and explaining why I ve behaved that way after receiving a punched in the eye, I felt like my younger brother was defending me passionately. The one I never had. So thank you Robert

On the court day he went above and beyond to fight for a great outcome for me

I had a legal matter in court recently and when I decided to contact Sydney Criminal Lawyers I was lucky to get Robert Hanson. Throughout the whole process he was calm supportive and explained everything in detail to me. On the court day he went above and beyond to fight for a great outcome for me. Couldn't have asked for a better lawyer.

My matter was handled well

Thank you Mr. Robert Hanson for your excellence, overall. You are an impressive and down to earth realist who helped me understand the layers in navigating the legal landscape. My matter was handled well, despite the low tactics of the opposition and I hope you continue adding to your stellar record. Wishing you the best of health. Gratefully, Gavin S.

He took the time to understand my situation truly, communicated every step of the process clearly

I’m incredibly grateful to have had Robert Hanson in my corner during a difficult time. From the outset, he took the time to understand my situation truly, communicated every step of the process clearly, and gave straightforward, honest advice. Because of the nature of my job, avoiding a conviction was crucial — it could have changed everything for me. Thanks to Rob’s expertise and commitment, we achieved the best possible outcome. I have complete confidence in his abilities and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend him to anyone needing legal representation.

I’m truly grateful for his dedication and would highly recommend him to anyone needing a lawyer they can trust

I was fortunate to have Robert Hanson represent me when I was facing assault charges, and I couldn’t have asked for better support. From the start, he listened carefully, explained the process clearly, and gave honest advice that made me feel confident and prepared. Robert showed genuine care, never treating me like just another client, but as someone going through a very stressful time. His calm approach, sharp legal strategy, and strong advocacy helped me clear the charges and move forward with my life. I’m truly grateful for his dedication and would highly recommend him to anyone needing a lawyer they can trust.

These guys are the best

These guys are the best. Lucky I listened to Roberts advise or I'd would of gotten a worse result for sure, thanks again guys.

There were more than 30 other lawyers present, yet his skills and presence stood out clearly above the rest

I had the pleasure to select Senior Associate Robert Hanson as my lawyer. He is an outstanding !! with extensive knowledge and experience, yet he has the rare ability to explain complex matters in clear, simple english. Robert is definitely an asset to the firm, and I would highly recommend his services to anyone. I had the chance to see him in action at Sutherland Court, and compared to other lawyers, he truly stands out , absolutely top class and an exceptional advocate. The way Robert Hanson communicates with the judge and the prosecution truly sets him apart. On the day I saw him in court, there were more than 30 other lawyers present, yet his skills and presence stood out clearly above the rest. If you require a trusted lawyer with exceptional skills and expertise, Robert Hanson is the lawyer you want on your side.

We managed to acquire a nearly impossibly great outcome

Absolutely amazing —
Mr. R Hanson, my assigned representative, committed to months of extremely extensive background time and work in order to best advise and conduct our procedures during the case. All the while maintaining a reassuring, friendly, and proper customer service. Through his assistance, after nearly 6 months of collaboration — We managed to acquire a nearly impossibly great outcome. If it was possible to give 6/5 stars, I wouldn’t hesitate for a single moment. Thank you, and all the best — Tane

Not only did he do a great job but got my charges dropped

I would like to thank Robert Hansen for his outstanding work. With little time to prepare Robert went above and beyond for me and I am extremely grateful. Robert worked fast, kept me updated and kept me sane as I was extremely anxious about the whole situation. Not only did he do a great job but got my charges dropped which was the best outcome I could receive. So a huge thank you to Robert.

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