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Bannisters Lawyers
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Abigail Bannister

Abigail Bannister

Founder & Principal Lawyer Bannisters Lawyers

Sydney, NSW
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About Abigail

Abigail Bannister is the Founder and Principal Lawyer, renowned for her extensive expertise in criminal law, honed over a remarkable twenty-eight-year career. Consistently recognised for her exceptional skills and dedication, Abigail has been named a Pre-eminent Criminal Defence Lawyer in New South Wales by the prestigious Doyles Guide to Criminal Lawyers for six consecutive years, from 2018 to 2023. Her unwavering commitment to providing rigorous defence and her profound understanding of the intricacies of criminal law have distinguished her as a leading figure within the legal community. Abigail's approach is characterised by her tenacity and a deep-seated commitment to her clients, ensuring each case is handled with the utmost precision and care.

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic

Awards

2023

Pre-eminent Criminal Defence Lawyer NSW (Doyles Guide to Criminal Lawyers)

Doyles Guide

2022

Pre-eminent Criminal Defence Lawyer NSW (Doyles Guide to Criminal Lawyers)

Doyles Guide

2021

Pre-eminent Criminal Defence Lawyer NSW (Doyles Guide to Criminal Lawyers)

Doyles Guide

2020

Pre-eminent Criminal Defence Lawyer NSW (Doyles Guide to Criminal Lawyers)

Doyles Guide

2019

Pre-eminent Criminal Defence Lawyer NSW (Doyles Guide to Criminal Lawyers)

Doyles Guide

2018

Pre-eminent Criminal Defence Lawyer NSW (Doyles Guide to Criminal Lawyers)

Doyles Guide

Contact information

Sydney, NSW

203, 250 Pitt Street, Sydney, NSWWebsite

Practice certificate

Name
Abigail Bannister
Date of admission
1997
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NSW

Last checked: 22 Apr 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic
  • Criminal Law