Fouad Awada serves as the Principal Lawyer at Awada Legal, leading a dynamic team with his extensive knowledge in criminal and traffic law. Having earned a Masters Degree in Criminal Prosecutions, Fouad has dedicated his career to navigating the complexities of legal systems to assist clients facing serious criminal charges. As a member of the Law Society of New South Wales, he is committed to providing high-quality legal advice and support. His experience spans defending and mitigating in cases involving drug supply, dangerous driving occasioning death, and various assault charges across both State and Commonwealth jurisdictions. Fouad's career has been marked by notable roles, including as a Senior Associate at Criminal Defence Lawyers Australia and a Senior Managing Lawyer at Sydney Criminal Lawyers. With years of experience, his expertise in court advocacy and legal knowledge ensures clients receive the best possible outcomes. At Awada Legal, he employs exceptional communication skills and an empathetic approach, making complex legal processes more understandable for clients. Fluent in Arabic, Fouad bridges cultural gaps, extending his services to diverse communities. He is also involved with Legal Aid, appointed to the Indictable and Summary Criminal Law panels, as well as Children Criminal Law. Fouad's academic journey includes a Bachelor of Laws and a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice from the University of Wollongong, where he also completed his Master of Laws in Criminal Prosecutions. His dedication to the legal profession and his clients is evident in every case he handles, making Fouad an invaluable advocate for those in need of legal assistance.
Principal Solicitor
Awada Legal
Jun 2021 - Present • 5 years 5 months
Senior Associate/Senior Lawyer
Criminal Defence Lawyers Australia®
Jan 2020 - Jun 2021 • 1 year 5 months
Senior Managing Lawyer
Sydney Criminal Lawyers®
Apr 2017 - Jan 2020 • 2 years 9 months
Solicitor (Crime & Traffic)
Stacks Heard McEwan
May 2014 - Apr 2017 • 2 years 11 months
Criminal & Traffic Paralegal
McGuire & McInerney Lawyers
Jun 2012 - Jun 2014 • 2 years
Trainee Solicitor
Legal Aid NSW
Jan 2011 - Oct 2012 • 1 year 9 months
Master of Laws (LLM) (Criminal Proescutions)
University of Wollongong
2013
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
University of Wollongong
2012
Bachelor of Laws (LLB)
University of Wollongong
2009 - 2012
Edmund Rice College, West Wollongong
2003 - 2008
Last checked: 5 May 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW
