Benjamin Goh

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Benjamin Goh began his criminal law career in arguably the toughest legal and social environment in NSW- the Western Aboriginal Legal Service (WALS). Ben represented clients from Dubbo to Broken Hill and many remote towns in between, such as Bourke and Wilcannia. The experience Ben gained at WALS was invaluable and allowed him to appreciate the issues faced by clients from low socio-economic backgrounds who were faced with enormous stress as a result of being charged with a criminal offence. Whilst working at WALS Ben was invited to an interview with one of Sydney’s leading criminal law firms and thereafter dedicated over 5 years to this firm. He was made an Associate and was on his way to becoming a Partner, instead, Ben chose a different path and co-created Benjamin & Leonardo. Ben has practised exclusively in criminal law for the last 7 years. He has appeared in the Children’s Court, Local Court, Chief Industrial Magistrates Court, District Court, Drug Court, Coroners Court, Supreme Court, Court of Criminal Appeal, Pharmacy Board of NSW and Greyhound Racing Authority. In addition to holding a Law Degree, Ben also holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Sydney majoring in Genetics and Microbiology. This scientific understanding is an added advantage in cases which require a proper analysis of complex scientific forensic evidence such as DNA evidence. He is a volunteer lecturer at the Traffic Offenders Intervention Program at a number of Police Community Youth Clubs in Sydney. He has also lectured doctors at the Australian College of Legal Medicine in relation to topics such as abortion, euthanasia and manslaughter. Ben is a strong believer in preparation no matter what you are charged with and is driven by getting his clients the best possible result. Ben is contactable 24/7 on 0409 927 338 or by email at ben@thedefenders.com.au.

Leo Premutico

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Leo Premutico began his criminal law career years before he was even admitted as a solicitor. Whilst studying law at the University of Sydney, Leo was instantly drawn to criminal defence work and actively sought employment as a paralegal in a long established firm which practiced exclusively in criminal law. He was mentored by a lawyer with over 25 years experience and was immediately exposed to serious criminal matters. Leo learnt to prepare cases in detail, dissect the Police brief of evidence and argue cases in Court. After Leo was admitted as a solicitor he was offered a position at one of Sydney’s leading criminal law firms. At this firm he was able to put into practice what he had spent years learning and this experience translated into getting great results for his clients. Needless to say, he quickly developed a reputation for being extremely prepared and committed. After many years of employment at this firm, Leo decided to co-create Benjamin & Leonardo. Leo continues to practice exclusively in Criminal Law as he has done since admission as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of New South Wales. Leo appears in Courts around NSW on a daily basis, for matters ranging from drink driving to murder. He has successfully defended many persons facing jury trials and defended hearings, or persons pleading guilty to traffic and criminal offences. He is on the Serious Criminal Law Panel at the Legal Aid Commission and is a volunteer lecturer at the Traffic Offenders Intervention Program. Leo has successfully completed an intense advocacy program at the Advocacy Institute of Australia. Leo will give you honest advice as to how your case should proceed and when that decision is made Leo will not take a backward step in ensuring you receive the best possible result. Leo is contactable 24/7 on 0434 126 202 or by email at leo@thedefenders.com.au