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Ariana Defence Lawyers
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Nazir Daawar

Nazir Daawar

Principal Solicitor Ariana Defence Lawyers

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About Nazir

Dr Nazir Daawar is the Principal Solicitor at Ariana Defence Lawyers, a role he has held since 2008. With extensive experience in court advocacy, Dr Daawar appears across NSW and Federal Courts and Tribunals, and occasionally at the International Criminal Court. His practice encompasses criminal law, family law, migration law, and human rights, providing a comprehensive legal service that addresses a diverse range of client needs. Dr Daawar's legal journey began with a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Sydney, followed by a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the University of Technology Sydney. He pursued further academic excellence with a Master of Laws and a Ph.D. in Transitional Justice, Accountability and the Rule of Law from UNSW, highlighting his commitment to understanding the deeper intricacies of law and justice. Prior to establishing Ariana Defence Lawyers, he honed his skills at Demir Legal and Greenfield Lawyers, building a robust foundation in criminal defence. He also contributed to the Aboriginal Legal Services, reflecting his dedication to advocating for justice across various communities. Dr Daawar's experience extends beyond legal practice into international arenas, having served as a program head and UN Team Leader. His varied roles underscore a career devoted to defence and advocacy on both a domestic and global scale. As the Principal Solicitor, Dr Daawar oversees all legal representation and operations at Ariana Defence Lawyers, ensuring excellence in legal advice and representation across tribunals, and the local, district, supreme, and high courts.

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic
Family Law
Immigration Law

Resume

Experience

PhD researcher

PhD researcher

Law Faculty

Jan 2013 - Jan 2016 • 3 years

Owner

Owner

Ariana Defence Lawyers

Oct 2008 - Jan 2013 • 4 years 3 months

Principal Solicitor

Principal Solicitor

Ariana Defence Lawyers

Jan 2008 - Present • 18 years 9 months

Solicitor

Solicitor

Demir Legal

Oct 2006 - Oct 2008 • 2 years

Criminal Defence Lawyer

Criminal Defence Lawyer

Farah Lawyers

Apr 2006 - Jan 2006 • -1 years -3 months

Solicitor/ associate

Solicitor/ associate

Aboriginal Legal Services

Mar 2005 - Sep 2005 • 6 months

Partner/ associate

Partner/ associate

Greenfield Lawyers

Jan 2005 - Apr 2006 • 1 year 3 months

Head of a program and UN Team Leader and ASC

Head of a program and UN Team Leader and ASC

The United Nations

Jan 1990 - Oct 1998 • 8 years 9 months

Education

Ph.D., Transitional Justice, Accountability and the Rule of Law

Ph.D., Transitional Justice, Accountability and the Rule of Law

UNSW

2009 - 2013

L.L.M., Masters in Laws

L.L.M., Masters in Laws

UNSW

2007 - 2009

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Law

Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Law

University of Technology Sydney

2006 - 2007

L.L.B., Bachelor of Laws

L.L.B., Bachelor of Laws

University of Sydney

2002 - 2005

Contact information

Practice certificate

Name
Nazir Daawar
Date of admission
2006
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NSW

Last checked: 27 May 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic
  • Criminal Law
Family Law
    Immigration Law