Client Testimonials and Reviews

The results our lawyers have achieved for our clients speak for themselves. 

So here in their own words, former clients speak about just some of those great results that our team has achieved for them on their DUI, speeding, and other traffic and criminal charges.

Nick said…

I spent a lot of time researching and shortlisting companies and came across ActiveLegal on Google. There were a combination of things that led me to selecting ActiveLegal, some of which included the reviews, fixed fee system, credibility, and previous results. Most importantly, what made the most difference was the way Sami handled the situation off the get-go. I didn’t have to chase for a meeting, we spoke right on the first call, she followed up with an email and from then the team didn’t skip a beat. Always easy to get it touch with, incredibly knowledgeable, with the best plan of action, willing to help above and beyond, empathetic, honest and straightforward.

My main goal and concern was to find a lawyer that was going to fully understand my situation and take a unique approach versus a standard way of dealing with it. Sami and the team helped me achieve the ultimate best result; a discharge without conviction. I am eternally grateful! Samira Taghavi is the best lawyer and the only person you need to call if/when you are in need of legal representation.

E said…

I was charged with Excess Breath Alcohol. After reading the testimonials and seeing all the wonderful things people had to say, I knew I wanted them as my lawyers.

I called Sami, very stressed and worried, after business hours and she answered and was very reassuring. Making clear that everything was going to be OK and that ActiveLegal was going to take care of me. During the progress of the case Sami was very responsive, helpful, and comforting. I received a fine and a reduced disqualification of only three months instead of six months. I am extremely happy with the result, which was better than I expected.

I would absolutely recommend ActiveLegal.

A, who was charged with driving whilst suspended, said…

I was concerned about getting a conviction on my record and having no licence for six months. I found ActiveLegal, called them and they immediately gave me confidence with my case. I would definitely recommend ActiveLegal to others.  Sami was very easy to deal with, very straightforward and transparent about the services and process involved and their cost quote. ActiveLegal treat their clients very warmly and you’re not seen as just a number. The outcome was exactly what I wanted. I received a discharge without conviction and did not lose my licence.

S said…

Thank you so much ActiveLegal for taking my case on. The outcome is literally the best I could have wished for; from meeting the counsellor you organised for me, to moving courts, to eventually being able to phone in, to the back-dated disqualification, to the lighter fine. I’m really pleased and hugely relieved. 

I really appreciate your firm’s expertise. I also really appreciate Samira’s kindness and support throughout. I have really struggled at times and her reassurance was so helpful.

Anna, who was charged with driving while suspended, said…

I was concerned about getting a conviction on my record and having no licence for six months. So I found ActiveLegal, called them and they immediately gave me confidence with my case. Sami was very easy to deal with, straightforward and transparent about the services and process involved and their (flat) fee quote.

The outcome of my case was exactly what I wanted – I received a discharge without conviction and did not lose my licence.  I would definitely recommend ActiveLegal to others, especially as they treat their clients very warmly and you’re not seen as just a number.

Chris, who was charged with dangerous driving, said…

I was really concerned that I would lose my licence and about the impact a criminal conviction could have on my citizenship application. I found ActiveLegal through a Google search and after reading the testimonials knew that I was going to pick ActiveLegal over other lawyers.

After my first conversation with Samira, I felt less worried. Not only that, but the well laid-out plan and quote on the fee for the legal process ahead gave me the extra confidence boost I needed.

Samira ultimately had my charge reduced to a speeding fine with some demerit points and I still have my licence and no criminal conviction. I am really happy with this outcome and am so thankful to have had the backing and support of Samira – an extremely excellent lawyer who I would highly recommend.

To put it simply; to win wars, get John Rambo – to win in court, get Samira Taghavi.

Stephen, who had been charged with careless driving causing injury and who was ultimately discharged without conviction and without disqualification, said …

Thank you for all your help, Samira. 

There is no doubt that stumbling my way through this process alone would have led to a devastating outcome!

My family and I would like to extend our heartfelt appreciation for your professionalism and communication throughout this very difficult period.

We can now look forward to moving on with our lives!

Stuart said…

I was charged with dangerous driving and had concerns about what type of lawyer I might end up hiring.

Then I chose ActiveLegal and am very happy with the way Sami dealt with my case. She was great from the beginning to the end and managed to get me a great result. A charge like mine usually ends with a six month disqualification. However, Sami knew how important my licence was for my job and managed to get me no disqualification at all. I couldn’t have asked for a better result and am, of course, so happy!

Besides the outcome, the best thing about ActiveLegal was the fee. I was expecting to receive a very large invoice, but considering the amount of work that went into my case and the number of court appearances made, the fee seemed very low in comparison.

I would definitely recommend ActiveLegal to others.

Michael, who was charged with breach of a protection order, wrote…

Hi Sami,

I can’t tell you how much of a relief it is that it’s finally over and that some measure of common sense has prevailed and I can’t thank you enough for all the hard work and care you’ve put into my case. I owe you an enormous debt of gratitude, not only for your expertise and professionalism but also for your kindness and belief in me that you demonstrated throughout.

At the risk of sounding cheesy, that simple kindness has been one of the few pinpricks of light during an otherwise dark period. You need not worry about me having anything to do with my former partner going forward. Her words and actions throughout this farce have thoroughly disabused me of the notions I had held about her. A long overdue and costly realisation!

Thank you so very much Samira. You’ll always have a friend in me and my family. I wish I could offer more than merely that dubious honour!

I wish you the very best and every success going forward.

Mr T.F. said…

My wife and I were facing charges of dangerous driving and assault. I selected ActiveLegal, deciding that you were the right people for the job, especially after looking at some of the articles Samira had published and the profile she has. We felt that she would be great. Samira was great from the start and explained everything very well.

We were really happy with the eventual outcome as all charges against my wife and me were dropped. It was a slow process, but Samira kept us updated on the key court dates and was great in reassuring us.

We would definitely recommend your services to others who may need them. Samira was the shining light in the whole process – very professional and supportive. She did what you would want your lawyer to do, which is to outline the overall process and to put pressure on the police case and challenge it – especially when they had such a weak case against us. If we ever have any other issues we would definitely look to work with Samira again.

Edward faced charges of driving under the influence and possession of cannabis and utensils. He said…

Initially I was very worried as this was my first criminal case and experience in dealing with the court system, so I had a lot of questions about how everything worked. I felt that the ActiveLegal team helped a lot in giving me all the relevant information about how the procedure would work and that helped reassure me.

I chose ActiveLegal over other firms because of the fixed charging rate rather than an hourly rate like most lawyers have. I liked how Sami kept in constant contact with me. She made me feel very reassured.

I received a discharge without conviction for my case and I was very happy with the outcome. I would recommend you to other people if they were in similar situations.

Kylie’s husband was facing two charges of drink driving causing injury. She said…

I had heaps of concerns – what was going to happen? Was my husband going to go to jail? [ultimately he did not] But Samira was very reassuring. She was always very specific and gave examples of where she had had similar cases and the outcomes they had received. She was also very responsive and she always told us things we could do to help our case.

I found ActiveLegal through word of mouth and decided to pick you over other lawyers due to the recommendation of a friend. If someone I knew was in a similar situation, I would definitely recommend your services. Overall, I really enjoyed working with Samira but I hope that I won’t need her services again.

Dean said…

I was facing a drink driving charge and I did not have any concerns about my case once ActiveLegal was on board. I felt that Sami was very good at her job. She was confident and knew what she was talking about. She set out the whole process really well for me and made me aware of what to expect. I felt like I had chosen the right person for the job. Sami was also great in keeping me informed.

I was extremely happy with the outcome I got and I was very very happy with the job Sami did. She managed to get my case postponed for a few months which was better suited for me due to personal reasons.

I found ActiveLegal through a magazine and I had also heard about you through word of mouth. I thought that your firm would be a good fit for my case. I have dealt with lawyers in the past and had spoken to other lawyers regarding my case, but I felt that the lawyers up north had more teeth than the other lawyers in my area (south of Auckland).

The main thing I liked about the service, was obviously the outcome of my case. I also felt that ActiveLegal could have charged more for the work that was done on my case! I know that there was a lot of work behind the scenes and much preparation that went into it. I also really liked how well Sami worked with the other lawyer involved with my case. Finally, I also liked the offer of making a charitable donation; that was something I hadn’t really thought about and I think that was the tipping point for the judge to favour my case. I would definitely recommend ActiveLegal to others. I wish that your services were more than just criminal law matters, as I would happily hire you again for other legal matters if needed.

John, on a ‘third and subsequent’ drink driving charge said…

I want to thank Samira for everything she has done for me. It is not very often you come across someone like Samira who is so kind and fantastic at what she does. It is rare to find people like her.

Mrs K, who had a daughter facing the charges of careless driving, refusal to give a blood sample, and two charges of assault against a police officer, wrote…

We found ActiveLegal through a Google search and felt that it was best for us to hire a lawyer outside of our area.

Sami was extremely clear from the start. She did a great job at covering all the possible outcomes, but also provided a glimmer of hope. I felt that the process itself was seamless and Sami did a fantastic job explaining everything to us without too much complex jargon. You can tell that Sami is a very genuine and kind person and her sense of humour at times was greatly appreciated, making the situation a bit better.

Overall, my daughter’s case spanned over eight-nine months and it was money worth spending. Sami managed get a discharge without conviction for the careless driving and diversion for the remaining charges. We are so happy with the outcome as there is nothing on my daughter’s record and she can continue in her studies without worry. We felt as though we had a relationship with Sami. It was a positive experience in a stressful and bad situation.

Brent said…

I was charged with driving whilst disqualified. I came across ActiveLegal, read the testimonials and thought that this was a great fit for me. Overall, my experience was amazing and I’m very thankful for all of Sami’s help! I was given a sentence of 40 hours community-based work. I was very happy with this outcome as I was able to keep my licence and keep driving. I would definitely recommend your services to people I know if they ever need it. Sami is great and is a very nice and helpful lady!

Ms F.L. said…

Thank you so much for all your work on my case, it is so amazing and i am so happy!!!!! I have definitely learnt my lesson from all of this and will not be drunk driving again – just the 28-day ban was more than enough for me.

Mr A.J. said…

I would like to thank you again for the result on Wednesday. I feel that your approach, engagement and determination in trying to get the right people involved on this case proved to be the winning formula, albeit that it took over 16 months through the intervention of COVID that noone had predicted or control over, it was worth the wait to get the right result. Well Done!

Mr D.J. said …

I found Sami very professional and the outcome was more then we expected. The price was also very reasonable. 

I was charged with dangerous driving I was  looking to have it reduced to careless driving. One of my friends recommended ActiveLegal to me. I got a discharge without conviction eventually and I am very happy with the results. I think Sami is very easy to work with. I would highly recommend ActiveLegal to everyone and will always use them myself if needed. Thank you!

Mr B. said …

In a word, “professional” is how I would describe them. ActiveLegal are a wonderfully organised firm with many skilled and educated people.

I was charged with DIC and I was given a 28-day suspension of licence. I was scouting to find the best lawyer for me and when I talked to Sami she was “straight” with me and already had a plan in mind which put my mind at ease. I received a discharge without conviction. This has allowed me to stay in New Zealand with my wife and I couldn’t be happier with the outcome!

Samira Taghavi was professional, confident and experienced. She made me feel comfortable throughout the case and valued my opinions as well. She is a fantastic lawyer.

I would recommend ActiveLegal as they are a professional organisation and yield results.

Mr N. said …

I was worried that I would be charged with a DIC and Careless Driving for which I would have lost my licence. Sami’s initial response and approach was great. The DIC charge was dropped and reparation paid to the lady whose fence got broken. I got a Careless Driving conviction only but I did not lose my licence. I highly recommend ActiveLegal. They’re very professional and bring about excellent results.

Mr D.S. said …

I would say ActiveLegal is a good number to have in your speed dial!

I was charged with “Strangulation” and did not have any hope of defending myself. I was lost and confused as to what was happening to me. I had a lawyer before I engaged with ActiveLegal but I was unsure and was not comfortable with the answers to my questions. I then contacted Samira and within seconds, I knew that this is the lawyer I wanted on my side and then decided to use ActiveLegal.

The outcome was perfect. It was exactly what I wanted and needed. Samira was excellent with the way she dealt with me from the first day. She had a level of calmness and positivity that gave me hope. She spoke with facts and experience and I liked their professionalism and constant communication the most. I would most definitely recommend ActiveLegal.

I would like to once again thank Samira for all her help and kind words while dealing with the situation. She did a great job and I would most definitely work with her again if I had to ever end up with a problem again.

Mrs J.M. said …

I was in a vehicle accident where the motorcycle rider died. The experience was horrific but given the circumstances surrounding the accident, I felt that there was no way I could be charged. However, just a few days short of six months after the accident, I was charged with “careless driving causing death”. I was in total shock and wanted to get expert advice. I found ActiveLegal. After I read their testimonials, I contacted them straight away. Samira was so helpful and sympathetic. She listened to my terrified rambling with empathy and gave immediate straightforward advice on what we needed to do at my first court appearance. She helped so much by keeping me calm and putting me at ease with her knowledge and manner.

The outcome was a long time coming but because of Samira’s professionalism, work ethic and tenacity, the charges against me were dismissed! I’m so happy and grateful as I only turned up at court once – a week after I was charged – for a “remand without plea”. Sami took care of everything from there.

I would recommend ActiveLegal in a heartbeat because of their expertise, compassion and upfront costs (I thought the costs were more than fair). Sami’s sense of humour kept everything real! Just felt comfortable after the first phone call. I am so grateful that ActiveLegal are out there.

Mr D.G. said….

I found ActiveLegal through an online search for “traffic offence lawyer”. I chose them because of their quick response, good initial communication and their provided options, fixed cost and a plan of attack. I’m extremely satisfied with the outcome as I was originally charged with dangerous driving but ActiveLegal got it reduced to “excessive speed” which is a fineable offence only. Throughout the process, they were professional and had great communication. I was well represented in court. The flat rate cost had all my bases covered which meant I did not have to worry about unexpected costs if desired court outcome was not in my favour. I highly recommend Sami and the team at ActiveLegal and would have no hesitation in using them to represent me in the future.

Mr G. said…

My family and I were travelling on vacation in New Zealand when I received a summons to appear in court for theft. My “crime” was mistakenly picking up a jacket in a cafe identical to my own. To top it off, it was Easter holiday weekend and getting help would be difficult, I thought. 

In a foreign land, with no local contact, we called ActiveLegal on the Saturday. Sami called me back immediately and patiently listened to my account. She then clearly explained the process and the options that we had. After the Easter holiday she then contacted the prosecutor and provided the context to him. When I met the prosecutor the next day, he withdrew the summons. 

The background provided by Sami was critical to this withdrawal. I was reassured by Sami’s professionalism and responsiveness, even on a holiday weekend and the fee that i paid for Sami’s service was extremely reasonable. 

In short Sami’s expertise, responsiveness, empathy and professionalism assisted me greatly.

Mr G.K. said …

I was stopped and charged by the police for driving with excess breath alcohol. For me the court processes began almost immediately with my first appearance set for just over a week from when I was charged. I had never been through the court system before or required legal advice.  The police had provided me with practically no information (other than a summons with my hearing date) so I started frantically trying to find legal advice regarding my case.

I had my concerns about engaging a lawyer because I had no idea where to begin. After all, how do you find the right lawyer or know what you should expect to pay? Prior to calling ActiveLegal I had already spoken to 4 different lawyers. They were generally rude and very unhelpful. I felt that the advice they gave was scripted and gave me little more information other than was on their websites. What is more they all gave me the same bleak outcome and were encouraging me to come in for a paid consultation.

At this stage my hearing date was fast approaching, and I still didn’t have a lawyer. This was when I discovered ActiveLegal. I called for the free phone consultation to see if I could get some actual advice. I ended up calling after hours and got through to Samira. From the get-go Samira clearly explained the court process, realistic outcomes for my situation, what would happen next, and gladly answered any questions I had – at no point during my initial call was I pressured to book paid appointments etc.

I decided to go with ActiveLegal and for the first time since being charged I felt assured that no matter the outcome, my case was in the best hands. I knew that the team at ActiveLegal would do everything they could to achieve the best result possible in my situation. It took a huge stress off my mind. ActiveLegal were in regular contact, updating me every step along the way, and providing exceptional support and advice. Their fixed fee for my case was extremely reasonable, especially considering the amount of time and effort Samira and the team put into my case.

While learning a very hard lesson from all of this, I was amazed with outcome, especially considering the circumstances with recent law changes. In the end I was sentenced to a six-month disqualification. Samira helped impress upon the court my remorse and that I had made every effort to take responsibility for my actions. Because of this my sentence was back dated 5 months, meaning I only did one month of actual disqualification.

If you ever end up needing to use their services, I can promise you will not regret your decision. The team are very compassionate and knowledgeable. They know that this can be a life-changing experience and really go above and beyond to get the best results possible. I want to thank Samira and the team at ActiveLegal, who really went above and beyond to assist me during this entire ordeal and achieved results I had never expected.

Mr J.K. said…

It wasn’t easy being without a driver’s licence and without a work licence I was not going to be able to do my job properly.

I want to thank the goal focused and very professional team at ActiveLegal who took care of my case. From the day that I first called to the day of my court appearance they took care of everything.  Thanks to their hard work I had my work licence in no time at all.

I would like to take this opportunity and thank Sarah and Samira for their beautiful work towards getting me my freedom back.

Ian said …

I contacted ActiveLegal when I was unexpectedly suspended from driving because of demerit points. I needed a limited licence and I needed it fast. The service I received from the team was excellent. I couldn’t have asked for better. They achieved the outcome I wanted and it was quick and easy. Everything was done within four working days. That being from the day I called them, to the day my limited licence was granted.  Their communication was clear, responsive, and they kept me in the picture every step of the way. On the day of my hearing, Sami was excellent and did a really great job. In future, if I know anyone that is in need of a lawyer then I will definitely be recommending the team at ActiveLegal.

Mr T. said …

I was looking at a jail term after I was charged for drink driving 3rd or subsequent, with the last one just 12 months prior. I had a lot to lose, business and family. Samira made the most unbearable situation that took almost a year to bring very unexpected but amazing results. Very professional, she did not give me any unrealistic expectations, but researched my case and always made me understand the process the whole way through, ended up getting community work and supervision, still driving with an interlock. I can’t thank Samira and her team enough.

Mr P. says …

I approached ActiveLegal in 2014 when I got charged with Male assaults female, it took more than on year for the case to be dealt with and I could not have asked for better lawyers during that time.  I ended up getting a discharge without conviction and the Judge did not order a protection order against me because of all the submissions that my lawyers did.  They never judged me and they made the process very easy for me.  Unfortunately, I ended up in the same situation with the same problem a few months ago where I was falsely charged again due to false allegations by my ex-wife where I was a victim of an assault but due to her lies, the police later I got charged with various offences and she managed to get a protection order against me.  I used ActiveLegal again and all the charges were dismissed through extensive negotiation with the police and bringing to their attention and my ex-has misled the police, charges were dismissed in court before the case review hearing.  The ActiveLegal team then defended me in a two-day hearing and got the protection order dismissed in a family court. I could not have asked for better lawyers, they are easy to deal with, very approachable and always there for you no matter what. I highly recommend them, they make things so much easier during hard times. I am forever grateful to Samira and Patrick.

Mr R. said …

I approached ActiveLegal for a work licence on an excess blood alcohol charge and careless driving but after they heard the details of my case they told me that I should defend the charge.  I told them that I did not care about the conviction and I wanted to make sure that I could get a work licence but after listening to their advice I decided to trust them and let them do what they were good at.  I appeared in court only once and that was to hear the Judge dismissing my excess blood alcohol charge before it even gets to a defended hearing as they did everything by submissions, I never fully understood what has happened but all I know is that to my disbelief I did not get convicted for drink driving and only got a fine for my careless driving. I went to them for a work licence and I ended up with no conviction, no disqualification and as I told them “don’t know how you did it but bloody fantastic result”.

A.C. wrote …

And so it ended – with Your Honour questioningly looking at the Police Prosecutor and asking, “why are the charges being withdrawn?” and the Prosecutor tersely replying, “on a minor technical point, Your Honour!” after which Your Honour turned his face towards me and declared, “charges have been withdrawn, you are free to go Mr.C”. Although I had very much known the outcome weeks in advance, I could barely contain my smiles as I hastily exited that Courtroom. But  I could really have laughed, the kind of nervous laughter that erupts from within when the bated breath of anxiety suddenly gets unpressurised at the end of a countdown.

And that “minor technical point”, or what was to the legal system a minor technical point but to me a momentous, life-changing, pivot on which my life turned around to revert back to the safety of its track. Not in a million years could I have ever figured this “minor technical point”! And I have only got the astute lawyers at ActiveLegal Solutions to be grateful to for highlighting this and bargaining with the prosecution. I had never imagined that drink driving laws, and the policies and procedures around evidence collection are such a quagmire. Also that a criminal conviction has such serious implications, and in my case may have been even more so, given my job and immigration status.

This journey which began at the very deep end about five months ago when I was charged with Excess Blood Alcohol of around 180 mgs and desperately thrashing about looking for options, I found ActiveLegal pretty much via Google and their list of testimonials. And I am so very glad I did! Right from the beginning they offered me the right balance of realism and hope, which I think can only come with experience, expertise and confidence, and there is generally a dearth of that in the provinces, and the latter i.e. hope increasing over time as they meticulously examined the evidence and the defence arguments as those also evolved over time. They explained, clarified, translated the legal jargons, answered all my queries promptly via calls/emails/texts, revised, repeated, stayed in touch with me whilst I was abroad, and throughout this journey discussed with me step-by-step our options and alternatives, basically, letting me know everything I needed to know. As the days progressed my confidence in my lawyer increased, I could trust her/them, I could talk to her/them openly and rely on her/them to make the best decision for me.

I am very appreciative to the entire team at ActiveLegal Solutions for efficiently dealing with my case, most grateful to Mr Patrick Winkler for his detailed examination of my case and discussions with me, and particularly indebted to Ms Samira Taghavi who essentially walked with me through this journey and to the destination – Thank you Sami!

Another thing which I liked very much, and in my opinion is much better than any other lawyer I got in touch with, is that their fees was set right at the outset and based on the likely outcomes unlike others who charge per hour of involvement etc. It helps greatly to know and to prepare ones finances accordingly. With respect to the fees per se, all I will say is: it pays to hire someone who knows the “minor technical point”.

Many thanks.

A.H. wrote …

Over the last year under unfortunate circumstances I have had dealings with ActiveLegal Services team – Patrick Winkler and Samira Taghavi.
I cannot be thankful enough with the care, sincerity, utmost professionalism and understanding they handled my case with.
I would have been pretty lost and under-represented without their guidance and would not have had the favourable “Discharge without conviction” outcome. This would have made my life tremendously difficult as far as travelling overseas was concerned.
Thank you Patrick and Sami for all the hard work that was put into my case and for your thorough submission.

We received this from Nicola …

I would like to take this opportunity in thanking you and your team for all the hard work, commitment and time that you put into helping me and my situation. I put my complete trust in you and your colleagues and felt that you were truly doing what was best for me. You kept me updated throughout the whole case and kept things realistic which I much appreciated also. Your confidence, professionalism, experience and knowledge of the law far exceeded my expectations (for any lawyer) to help me and my situation.

I can’t thank you enough for helping me get off my charges as I believe that I am not a bad person, but rather just made a bad decision at the time – but I have learnt from my mistake. Thanks to you, I still have my career which I am very passionate about, as I love teaching and I still have a clear record.

I found you to be very efficient, trustworthy and excellent value for money.

And Carl said …

I hereby highly recommend the services of Mr Patrick Winkler’s as a barrister. Mr Winkler kindly represented my son recently after he drove while on 28 days suspension for demerit points. All I can say is that he did a marvellous job.

The first lawyer we approached told my son to plead guilty as it’s not worth taking it any further because it’s a waste of time trying to get off. So the old story is you have to shop around to get the best and you only get what you pay for. As far as I am concerned the results completely out weighed the costs.

Once again I have no problems in recommending Mr Winkler for any issues you may have.

Scott wrote …

I was stopped at a checkpoint and subsequently charged with Drink Driving (Excess Blood Alcohol).

This was to be my 3rd conviction and I was charged with “Aggravated Repeat Offending” carrying a possible sentence of up to two years in jail. Shortly after my offence, I made contact with Patrick Winkler, Barrister whom I sourced from the Auckland Yellow Pages. After the initial consultation, I made the decision to hire him and his team to defend me knowing that I would need the best possible defence.

The process from the date of the offence till my sentencing appearance in court was approximately ten months and throughout the period, I was represented at preliminary hearings, was always well informed of the stage we were at and reassured of the process that was to follow.

I also received helpful advice from Patrick and his team on things I could do to help myself over the ten month period prior to sentencing which was to prove extremely beneficial (Not only for how it was to appear in court before the judge, but on a personal level as well).

I followed their advice, and was sentenced to sixty hours Community Service and received a $400.00 fine.

This meant I was able to keep my licence prior to and beyond my final appearance in court which to me meant that I could keep my job and continue to support my fiance and two children.

I was unaware that his sort of outcome was possible especially after advice from other lawyers and barristers I had investigated who had all said that there was no possibility of this happening.

It pays to hire someone who knows the law, I guess.

Patrick and his team are professional and experienced and I seriously recommend these guys to anyone who finds themselves in a similar predicament as me.

Anne wrote …

I have known Patrick Winkler on a professional basis since January 2006.

During this time I have found him to be extremely efficient with an eye to detail. He has a very high standard regarding his work and his personal application is out-standing.

I wish him every success in the future and would highly recommend him and his team to anyone requiring his professional services.

Toby wrote …

As I was searching the internet the night after I was done for dangerous driving and failure to stop for the police, I came across the ActiveLegal website in search of a limited licence as I knew that there was no way that I was going to get off lightly.

Once I phoned Patrick he said that a plea bargain was possible. So thirteen months later the failure to stop for police was dropped and I was discharged without conviction on the dangerous driving charge.

Throughout the court process Patrick and his team left no stone unturned in their quest to overcome the burden placed upon me by the police.  The idea of a conviction on my record was unbearable and Patrick understood this. He was always one step ahead of the police, finding loopholes before the police closed them and outsmarting them every chance that he had.

Without the great effort of Patrick and his team I may not be driving today.

Thank you Patrick, for all your help.