Our solicitor, Mr Wissam Philopos, represented a middle-aged woman at Mt Druitt Local Court in mid-March 2023. She faced a serious matter carrying a real risk of a lengthy custodial sentence.
Case study
The case involved the tragic death of a long-time friend while our client was driving the victim to work. She was charged with Negligent Driving (Occasioning Death) and Grievous Bodily Harm by negligent act.
Given the gravity of the allegations, our client faced the prospect of imprisonment. Mr Philopos managed media interest to keep proceedings as private as possible and focused on the legal strategy. Learn more about our court representation services.
Our advocacy resulted in a non-custodial outcome. The Court imposed a Community Corrections Order with standard conditions for 18 months, and a 12-month driver licence disqualification. This was a strong result in circumstances where a custodial sentence was expected. For sentencing support, see our sentencing advocacy.
The outcome was achieved through careful preparation and targeted subjective material. Mr Philopos highlighted our client’s personal circumstances, remorse and prospects of rehabilitation.
This case shows the value of quality legal representation. A dedicated solicitor who understands the facts and prepares the matter thoroughly can ensure the Court gives full weight to every factor in a client’s favour. If you or a loved one face a serious traffic or criminal allegation, contact Jameson Law or call (02) 8806 0866 for confidential advice.
