To Brief Tim, contact his Clerk: (02) 9267 4955, clerk@sgchambers.com.au
Tim’s practice encompasses criminal law, inquests and public and regulatory matters across all criminal jurisdictions, from the Local Court through to the District Court, Supreme Court and Court of Criminal Appeal. He is particularly well regarded for his work in coronial inquests and inquiries, frequently appearing as Counsel Assisting in complex and sensitive matters. He has also undertaken prosecution work for government agencies, including regulatory and environmental prosecutions for bodies such as the Environment Protection Authority and SafeWork and appears regularly in the Land and Environment Court and the Industrial Court.
‘My talent for jury trials and the experience I have gained over the last 20 years enables me to provide exceptional value to my clients.’
An effective and experienced senior advocate, Tim is known for his measured and calm courtroom manner, thorough preparation and skilled advocacy before judges and juries, including decisive crossexamination and the presentation of persuasive submissions. Solicitors value his balanced, practical advice, reliability and ability to work collaboratively to achieve desired outcomes.
Beyond his courtroom practice, Tim is actively involved in professional development and education. He is a trainer with the Australian Advocacy Institute, a tutor to new barristers, an advocacy coach on the NSW Bar Practice Course and a regular presenter at professional conferences and seminars. In 2022, he was appointed Environmental Counsel to the board of the EPA, a statutory appointment renewed in 2025 for a further term.
Outside his practice, Tim enjoys golf, travel and spending time with his wife and daughters.
Areas of Practice
Criminal law
High Risk Offender (HRO) applications
Coronial inquests
Commissions of inquiry, including Royal Commissions
Regulatory prosecutions, including Land and Environment Court matters
Professional discipline
Admissions & Qualifications
Barrister, 2012
Solicitor, 2004
LLB (First Class Hons), University of Technology Sydney
BSc (Hons) Geography, University of Huddersfield
Postgraduate Certificate in Education, University of London
Professional Background
Senior Solicitor, NSW Crown Solicitor's Office
Solicitor, NSW Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions
Panel Memberships & Appointments
Legal Aid NSW's Indictable, Complex and Appellate crime barrister panels
Legal Aid NSW's Summary criminal law panel
DCJ Legal Services Panel
ODPP Private Briefing Panel
Legal Aid General Crime Panel
Crown Solicitor's Office Inquests Panel
Environmental Counsel to the Board of the EPA NSW
Bar Association Legal Assistance Referral Scheme and Coronial Inquests Pilot Program