Experienced NSW white collar defence lawyers. Clear advice. Strategic advocacy. Robust representation. Focused on results.
Our team will be in touch with you to understand how we can best help you to move forward.
Allegations of fraud or corporate misconduct are serious and can threaten your business, career, and livelihood.
White collar cases often involve complex financial transactions, technical evidence, and multiple regulatory agencies.
The penalties can be severe – from hefty fines and loss of professional licenses to imprisonment – and the process can be overwhelming.
We provide strong, strategic legal representation to ensure your side of the story is heard and your rights are protected at every step.
We represent individuals and companies facing white collar crime allegations across NSW.
Defence against allegations of fraud, embezzlement, insider trading, and other financial crimes involving businesses or company officers. We dissect complex financial records and corporate structures to build a robust defence that protects your interests and reputation.
Legal assistance for charges involving computer misuse, unauthorised system access, cyber fraud, identity theft, and cryptocurrency-related offences. We stay at the forefront of technology and law, helping you navigate digital evidence and emerging “AI-related” issues to mount a strong defence in these novel cases.
Representation in matters involving breaches of laws or regulations enforced by government agencies (for example, corporate, financial, or environmental regulators). If you’re facing charges due to compliance failures or licensing issues, we guide you through the regulatory maze and fight to minimise legal penalties and business disruptions.
Support in cases where authorities seek to freeze or confiscate your assets under proceeds of crime laws. We act swiftly to protect your property and challenge unjust confiscation or forfeiture orders, ensuring that any action taken against your assets is fair and based on solid evidence.
Expert guidance for individuals involved in investigations by the Independent Commission Against Corruption (ICAC) or state/federal Crime Commissions. These inquiries have far-reaching powers – we help you prepare for hearings, assert your legal rights (including privileges against self-incrimination), and respond strategically to safeguard your rights and reputation during high-stakes investigations.
Defence of professionals in disciplinary proceedings or occupational licensing actions. If your accreditation, license, or professional standing is at risk due to alleged misconduct, we represent you before professional boards, tribunals, or licensing authorities – protecting your career and ensuring you get a fair opportunity to respond to any allegations.
We pursue judicial review in the Supreme Court when a regulatory body, tribunal, or commission has made a decision that unlawfully or unfairly affects you. Our team can challenge such decisions on legal grounds, seeking to have adverse findings overturned or revisited. This is a critical avenue to ensure accountability and uphold your rights when other appeal options are limited.
Kreisson’s white collar defence team is led by senior lawyers who understand what’s at stake for your future. We focus on practical solutions – not just legal arguments – and provide clear, actionable guidance at every step.
You can expect proactive, discreet support aimed at achieving the best possible outcome as efficiently as possible.
Richard leads Kreisson’s white collar crime team. Richard is a courtroom advocate with the mix of experience white collar defence needs. Admitted in 2006, he practised at the Bar for ten years and has appeared at all court and tribunal levels in Australia, including the High Court of Australia.
His background spans criminal law, administrative law and high stakes commercial litigation, so he is comfortable running matters where corporate rules, regulatory process and criminal procedure collide.
We combine detailed knowledge of criminal, corporate and regulatory law with practical
insight into the financial and business world. This expertise means no detail is overlooked in mounting your defence.
Our lawyers focus on outcomes that safeguard you – not just legal box-ticking. We provide straightforward, plain-English advice so you understand your options clearly. At every step, we prioritise strategies that protect your rights, your business, and your future.
Responsive, calm and outcome-driven – we deliver the quality and rigor of a top-tier firm, with the accessibility, discretion and cost efficiency of a focused boutique practice. You get dedicated, hands-on support from senior lawyers who genuinely care about the result.
Contact us for a confidential initial consultation.
We’ll listen to your situation and understand your concerns, so we can determine how to best assist you.
If we’re a good fit, we’ll outline the scope of work and provide a clear proposal of
how we can help, including an upfront discussion of fees and timelines.
Our team will thoroughly review the allegations, evidence, and applicable law. We then develop
a tailored defence strategy that aligns with your objectives and addresses the key issues in your case.
We take action on your behalf – engaging with investigators or prosecutors, filing necessary legal documents,
and vigorously representing you in any interviews, hearings, or court proceedings.
Throughout, we keep you informed and prepared.
We work toward the best possible outcome for your case, whether that means getting charges dropped,
negotiating a fair settlement, or winning at trial. Once your matter is resolved, we advise you on any next steps
and help you move forward with confidence.
Yes. Early advice protects your rights, prevents mistakes and can change the trajectory of a case.
Investigations can run for months. We will give you realistic timelines and drive milestones where possible.
Notices, summonses, charge sheets, correspondence with agencies and any deadlines. We will tell you what else is needed.
We offer a free initial consultation to confirm fit and scope. Formal legal advice and written work are provided on a quoted fee basis.
Fees depend on complexity and the level of work required. We may provide fixed fees for defined stages where suitable and otherwise quote transparently before work begins.
Tell us what has happened and any deadlines.
We will confirm scope, timing and fees.