Ugur Nedim is the Principal of Sydney Criminal Lawyers, a leading criminal defence firm based in the Sydney CBD, opposite the Downing Centre Courts. With over two decades of experience, Ugur has been at the helm of the firm since October 2001, guiding a team renowned for its excellence in criminal defence representation. Before assuming his current role, he honed his expertise as a criminal lawyer at Freemans from 1998 to 2001, where he focused on criminal and traffic defence advocacy. Ugur’s legal journey began as a law clerk at Brezniak Neil-Smith & Co, where he gained valuable experience in court mentions, legal research, and supporting the firm's principal, cementing his foundation in criminal law. He holds a Master of Laws in Criminal Law and Criminology from the University of Sydney, reflecting his commitment to advanced legal understanding, and a Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws from The Australian National University, alongside a Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice. Ugur’s comprehensive education and extensive practical experience underscore his dedication to providing exceptional legal services in criminal law.
Principal
Sydney Criminal Lawyers
Oct 2001 - Present • 25 years 1 month
Criminal Lawyer
Freemans
Dec 1998 - Oct 2001 • 2 years 10 months
Law Clerk
Brezniak Neil-Smith & Co
Mar 1992 - Dec 1998 • 6 years 9 months
Master of Laws (LL.M.), Criminal Law and Criminology
University of Sydney
2000 - 2001
Bachelor of Arts / Bachelor of Laws / Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice, Law
The Australian National University
1992 - 1997
Last checked: 17 Jun 2026 • Checked with Law Society of NSW
