White Collar & Corporate Crime Lawyers in Sydney
Facing Allegations of Corporate or
White-Collar Crime?
We Can Help.
Have you been charged with a white-collar criminal offence in New South Wales?
White-collar and corporate crimes can have complex legal consequences that may impact your business or personal life. If you or your business is facing charges such as fraud, insider trading, or breaches of corporate duties, securing experienced legal representation can help guide you through the process and protect your interests.
With over 40 years of combined experience, including time as Commonwealth and state prosecutors, Kingston Fox Lawyers provide strategic, personalised defence solutions, giving you peace of mind during this challenging time. Our goal is to help you move forward with confidence.
Contact us today to schedule a free, confidential consultation and discuss your options.
What is White Collar & Corporate Crime?
- Fraud (including tax fraud): Offences under sections 134.1, 135.1, and 135.2 of the Criminal Code 1995 (Cth). Fraud encompasses a broad range of activities, from tax evasion to welfare fraud.
- Failure to file a tax return: As outlined in section 8C of the Taxation Administration Act 1953 (Cth).
- Insider trading: Governed by the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), which prohibits trading based on confidential, non-public information.
- Cartel conduct: Regulated under the Competition and Consumer Act 2010 (Cth), covering anti-competitive behaviour such as price-fixing or bid-rigging.
Breach of duty by company directors: Covered by the Corporations Act 2001 (Cth), relating to breaches of directors’ legal responsibilities toward their company.
Penalties for White Collar & Corporate Crime
White-collar offences can lead to serious legal penalties, which may include:
- Fines: Significant financial penalties, often reflecting the scale of the financial harm caused.
- Imprisonment: Lengthy prison sentences, particularly for large-scale or systemic offences.
- Disqualification from holding corporate positions: Directors and officers convicted of certain offences may be disqualified from serving in corporate roles.
Meet the Team Behind Your Defence
The Kingston Fox Difference
Why Choose Kingston Fox Lawyers?
At Kingston Fox Lawyers, we are more than just your legal representatives—we are
your partners in navigating the challenges ahead. What sets us apart is our deep commitment to providing tailor-made, personalised services, backed by over
40 years of combined experience in criminal law.
Our team, which includes former prosecutors, brings unparalleled expertise and a strategic advantage to your defence.
We pride ourselves on our supportive, client-focused approach. Clients often share how much more at ease they feel after speaking with us, reassured by our understanding and straightforward guidance. We focus not just on the legal challenges but on your future, ensuring that you can move forward with confidence and peace of mind.
Hear it from our satisfied clients
“A difficult matter that was resolved in my favour”
“Alexandra Sarmed offered me exceptional service and professional assistance with a difficult matter that was resolved in my favour. I couldn’t have asked for any more and I would not hesitate to recommend her to anyone in future. Nor will I ever go anywhere else for legal advice myself. I know if she couldn’t help me she would steer me to the right person for the job.”
“Frank, understanding, hardworking, and knowledgeable”
“We were incredibly lucky to be referred to Alexandra Sarmed for a complex set of charges against my adult child. From the first meeting, we were struck by her sense of humanity. She supported us throughout the process with her frankness, understanding, warmth, humour, hard work and knowledge. Alexandra found an amazing Barrister and together they achieved the right outcome. We will be forever thankful to Alexandra Sarmed.”
“Sympathetic and extremely reassuring”
“Erin was wonderful at a time of extreme stress for me. She listened to me and provided professional and helpful advice. She was sympathetic and clear-thinking, expertly guiding me through a process that was foreign to me. This was extremely reassuring. I would strongly recommend Kingston Fox Lawyers to anybody needing legal representation.”
