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Istifan Defence Lawyers
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Alex Istifan

Alex Istifan

Principal Lawyer Istifan Defence Lawyers

Parramatta, NSW
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About Alex

Alex Istifan is a distinguished Principal Lawyer at Istifan Defence Lawyers, where he has dedicated his entire career to the practice of criminal and traffic law. Renowned for his excellence and recognised as one of Sydney's leading criminal lawyers, Alex has consistently delivered exceptional outcomes across New South Wales. His extensive experience encompasses a wide array of serious criminal matters, including aggravated robbery, assaults, murder, drug importation and supply, sexual assaults, and other indictable offences. Alex is deeply committed to ensuring his clients feel understood and receive fair treatment in court. With a meticulous approach, he navigates the complexities of the legal system, leaving no stone unturned in the pursuit of justice. Prior to his tenure as Principal Lawyer, Alex served as a Senior Solicitor at Criminal Defence Lawyers Australia, where he honed his skills over four years. His educational background includes a Bachelor of Criminology and a Bachelor of Laws from Western Sydney University, complemented by a Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice from The College of Law Australia. Alex is passionate about defending the rights of his clients and bringing his formidable expertise to every case he undertakes.

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic

Resume

Experience

Principal Lawyer

Principal Lawyer

Istifan Defence Lawyers

Aug 2025 - Present • 1 year 3 months

Senior Solicitor

Senior Solicitor

Criminal Defence Lawyers Australia®

Aug 2021 - Aug 2025 • 4 years

Education

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice

Graduate Diploma of Legal Practice

The College of Law Australia

2021

Bachelor's degree, Criminology

Bachelor's degree, Criminology

Western Sydney University

2015 - 2020

Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law

Bachelor of Laws - LLB, Law

Western Sydney University

2015 - 2020

Contact information

Parramatta, NSW

Level 14, 153 Macquarie Street, Parramatta, NSWWebsite

Practice certificate

Name
Alex Istifan
Date of admission
2021
Certification type
Employee of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NSW

Last checked: 5 May 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic
  • Criminal Law
  • Domestic Violence
  • Driving Offences
  • General Advice