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Drinkwater Criminal and Family Lawyers Pty Ltd
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Brooke Drinkwater

Brooke Drinkwater

Accredited Specialist Criminal Law Drinkwater Criminal and Family Lawyers Pty Ltd

Forster, NSW
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About Brooke

Brooke Drinkwater is an accomplished Accredited Specialist in Criminal Law with over a decade of experience in the Forster and Taree regions. Admitted to practice in 2010, Brooke has developed her expertise through various roles including Legal Secretary, Paralegal, and Solicitor in Newcastle, focusing on Criminal Law, Family Law, and Contested Estates. Her involvement in high-profile cases, including those involving serious charges such as murder and large-scale drug matters, highlights her adeptness in the legal field. Since returning to her roots on the Mid North Coast in 2011, Brooke has cultivated strong relationships with local prosecuting authorities, police, and the judiciary. Her regular appearances in the Forster and Taree Local and District Courts, as well as other nearby courts, underscore her extensive experience with Defended Hearings, Bail Applications, Sentences, and Appeals. Brooke's work encompasses a variety of charges, from traffic offences and assault to more severe accusations like sexual assault and armed robbery. In addition to her criminal law practice, Brooke is a seasoned advocate in the Newcastle Federal Circuit and Family Court, where she handles property and children's matters, often addressing complex issues such as relocation and domestic violence. Her longstanding involvement in Contested Estate matters equips her with the sensitivity and insight needed to guide families through challenging times. Brooke's professional credentials are further endorsed by her recognition in Doyle’s Guide as a Recommended Criminal Lawyer in both 2021 and 2023. Her commitment to her clients, coupled with her confident advocacy, ensures that those she represents receive capable and compassionate legal support in their time of need.

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic
Estate Planning
Family Law

Resume

Experience

Director/Solicitor

Director/Solicitor

Drinkwater Criminal and Family Lawyers · Self-employed

Jul 2022 - Present • 4 years 3 months

Partner

Partner

Barraclough Jones & Associates

Jan 2014 - Aug 2022 • 8 years 7 months

Solicitor

Solicitor

Bilbie Dan Solicitors

Sep 2011 - Aug 2022 • 10 years 11 months

Solicitor

Solicitor

May 2010 - Sep 2011 • 1 year 4 months

Paralegal

Paralegal

Jul 2006 - May 2010 • 3 years 10 months

Education

Specialist Accreditation in Criminal Law

Specialist Accreditation in Criminal Law

Law Society of New South Wales

2015

Diploma of Legal Practice, Law

Diploma of Legal Practice, Law

College of Law

2009

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.), Bachelor of Arts (Psychology)

University of New England (AU)

2005 - 2009

Contact information

Forster, NSW

Shop 2, Lot 4, Head Street, Forster, NSWWebsite

Practice certificate

Name
Brooke Drinkwater
Date of admission
2010
Specialisations
Criminal Law
Certification type
Principal of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NSW

Last checked: 20 Feb 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic
  • Criminal Law
Estate Planning
  • Estate Disputes
Family Law