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HCD Law
Looking for a criminal lawyer? Reach out to Matthew Unwin: dedicated, committed, experienced.

All NSW Courts

Fixed Fees

Experienced

5-Star Reviews

Outstanding Results

Criminal Law Experts
Experienced Criminal Defence Lawyers in Maitland, NSW
HCD Law is a dedicated criminal law firm based in Maitland, NSW, providing expert legal representation for a wide range of criminal and traffic matters across all NSW courts, including drink driving and major traffic offences, drug offences, fraud and dishonesty, assault and AVOs, sexual assault, serious and complex commercial drug cases, armed robbery, murder and manslaughter, money laundering and proceeds of crime, and other serious charges, with a strong focus on achieving outstanding results, transparent fixed fees, plain-English advice and personalised defence led by experienced principal Matthew Unwin, backed by 5-star reviews and a commitment to protecting your rights and guiding you through the legal process with professionalism and clarity.
Services
All criminal and traffic matters. Including:
About the law firm
HCD Law (‘Hunter Criminal Defence’) is an experienced criminal law firm based in Maitland NSW. Founded by Matthew Unwin (Criminal Lawyer and Principal). We help people with traffic and criminal offences. All NSW courts, dedicated legal representation, great reviews and outstanding results. Need help? Contact us for a chat.
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Larna Staley
Fantastic representation from Matt! Was concise, responsive and open to answer any questions I may have had. Upon meeting made me feel at ease while leading me through the processes and gained the best outcome as a result. His guidance was incredibly reassuring and immensely professional, I would recommend his services to everyone.
Chantelle Hotson
With my experience I have found Matt to be a great representative he is kind and caring and listens to every fact. After being told information that our case didn’t have a very strong chance I spoke to Matt and he explained a lot of different options and reasons and the outcome was in our favour. Matt is great in court he is very straightforward to the point and argues his case very strongly and very professionally.
Brian Johnston
Matt Unwin is knowledgeable, honest and trustworthy. He made me feel confident with his professional approach to my specific case. Matt went above and beyond to get the best possible result. I recommend him to anyone requiring legal assistance and I am extremely happy with his service.
Raphaella Freedman-Smith
Matt was incredibly professional when dealing with my issue in court. He wasn’t judgemental and got me the best outcome possible. I was new to the law system and struggled to understand what to do, but Matt communicated with me and talked me through it. Seriously, thank you so much.
Scott Gibson
Highly recommend Matt from HCD Law. Very professional and experienced lawyer that I highly respect and would recommend to anyone needing the best in the industry. Couldn’t ask for a better lawyer to represent me and achieve the best outcome possible.
Holly Dodd
Met Matthew today and felt comfortable immediately. So friendly and professional — couldn’t have gotten through the day without him. I highly recommend Matthew!