The partners of Hamilton Janke Lawyers, James and Drew are pleased to again be recognised as Leading Criminal Lawyers in Doyle’s Guide for 2021.
Hamilton Janke Lawyers is proud to announce that the firm’s partners, Drew Hamilton and James Janke have again been recognised as Leading Criminal Lawyers in the 2021 Doyle’s Guide rankings. This is a huge achievement with Hamilton Janke being the only firm across regional New South Wales to have both partners named as Leading Criminal Lawyers.
Leading Criminal Lawyers are recognised for consistently drawing the praise of both clients and other legal practitioners working in their field.
Drew is also the only Newcastle based lawyer to be named in the Leading NSW Traffic and DUI Lawyers category.
The prestigious Doyle’s Guide list is compiled following extensive independent research, usually in the form of peer-based surveys, telephone and face to face interviews with clients, peers and relevant industry bodies.
Solicitors are then ranked according to the volume and quality of positive feedback.
The 2021 Doyle’s Guide ranking, announced today, is the latest achievement for Hamilton Janke Lawyers, who were also named in Best Rated’s Top Three Criminal Lawyers in Newcastle and Port Macquarie earlier this year.
If you or someone you know needs legal advice or representation for a criminal law matter, contact the team at Hamilton Janke Lawyers 24/7 by calling 4038 1666.
Key Takeaways
- Hamilton Janke Lawyers partners, James and Drew, were recognized as Leading Criminal Lawyers in Doyle’s Guide for 2021, marking a significant achievement for the firm.
- This recognition places them as the only firm in regional New South Wales with both partners named as Leading Criminal Lawyers.
- Drew Hamilton also received specific acknowledgment as a leading lawyer in the NSW Traffic and DUI Lawyers category by Doyle’s Guide.
- These accolades were awarded based on extensive independent research, including peer-based surveys and interviews.
Written By

James Janke
James Janke is founding partner at Hamilton Janke Lawyers, and has more then decade of experience as a Criminal Defence Lawyer. Admitted to both the Supreme Court of New South Wales and High Court of Australia