Our client was charged with unlawful assault following an altercation outside a pub. The complainant alleged he had been punched without provocation. The matter posed a risk to our client’s working with children check and his ongoing employment in the education sector.

Upon review of CCTV footage and witness statements, we identified several inconsistencies and signs that the complainant had initiated physical contact. We compiled a strong brief in support of self-defence and negotiated with prosecution, highlighting the lack of public interest in proceeding and the reliability issues with their key witness.

All charges were withdrawn before the first contest mention. The client avoided court altogether and retained his clean record.

This successful result came from our proactive evidence analysis and robust negotiations—an example of the strategic advocacy provided by Elbob & Stephenson Legal.