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Karim and Nicol Lawyers
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Kris O'Brien

Kris O'Brien

Senior Solicitor Karim and Nicol Lawyers

Manly, NSW
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About Kris

Kris O'Brien is a distinguished senior solicitor at Karim + Nicol Lawyers, proudly serving the Northern Beaches community. With over two decades of expertise in criminal law, he has established a formidable reputation for his dedication and skill. Kris's legal journey commenced with the NSW Police, where he served as a detective focusing on complex murder and fraud investigations. His investigative acumen earned him numerous accolades, highlighting his meticulous approach to law enforcement. Transitioning to the role of police prosecutor, Kris consistently displayed his prowess in handling a wide range of cases across various NSW Local Courts, including Mudgee, Dubbo, Manly, and the Downing Centre. His career further evolved at the Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions, where he adeptly managed sentence hearings and appeals in the Local and District Courts. Kris is now an integral part of Karim + Nicol Lawyers, specialising in criminal and traffic defence. His comprehensive background and unwavering commitment to justice make him exceptionally well-equipped to provide superior legal advice and representation. He actively participates on all Legal Aid NSW criminal law panels, ensuring that his clients receive the highest level of advocacy. Kris's journey is further underscored by his academic achievements, holding a Bachelor's Degree in Law from the University of New England.

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic

Resume

Experience

Senior Solicitor

Senior Solicitor

Karim + Nicol Lawyers

Jul 2024 - Present • 2 years 4 months

Solicitor

Solicitor

Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions

Apr 2023 - Jun 2024 • 1 year 2 months

Criminal defence solicitor

Criminal defence solicitor

Karim + Nicol Lawyers

Feb 2021 - Apr 2023 • 2 years 2 months

Police Prosecutor

Police Prosecutor

NSW Police Force

Jul 2015 - Feb 2021 • 5 years 7 months

Police Detective

Police Detective

NSW Police Force

May 2001 - Jul 2015 • 14 years 2 months

Retail Store Manager

Retail Store Manager

Sunglass Hut

Jan 1997 - May 2001 • 4 years 4 months

Education

Bachelor's degree, Law

Bachelor's degree, Law

University of New England

2018

HSC

HSC

Northern Beaches Secondary College - Manly Selective Campus

1996

Awards

1970

Several awards recognising his meticulous and high quality investigative work

Contact information

Manly, NSW

13C, 21 Sydney Rd, Manly, NSWWebsite

Practice certificate

Name
Kris O'Brien
Date of admission
2020
Certification type
Employee of a law practice
Class
Law Practice
Region
NSW

Last checked: 17 Jun 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW

Practice areas

Criminal & Traffic
  • Criminal Law