Ashworth Lawyers

Ashworth Lawyers is a Brisbane criminal law firm established in 2014 by Amy Soong. The firm exclusively practises in criminal defence and represents clients across Queensland. Its lawyers have combined experience of over 40 years and have successfully represented more than 1,000 clients. Every case is handled using a 22-step Strategic Defence Framework.

The firm handles serious criminal offences including sexual offences, drug charges, fraud and violent crimes. Ashworth Lawyers is recognised by Doyle's Guide as a Recommended Leading Criminal Defence Law Firm (Queensland) 2026. Amy Soong is a Legal Practice Director and Notary Public, and has been admitted as a legal practitioner for over 18 years. David Svoboda is a Senior Consultant with over 15 years of criminal defence experience.

Document authentication and criminal law representation are the areas customers most often discuss, and a consistent thread through that feedback is how carefully each step of a matter is explained. Several reviewers describe David as methodical and thorough, noting his readiness to take on a complex case at short notice and the clear guidance he provided as it progressed. Named repeatedly in connection with notarial work and signature authentication is Amy, whose prompt replies, careful document preparation and follow-up ensured paperwork was completed correctly, with one immigration matter reportedly approved within days of submission.

Paris and Jessica feature for their knowledge and approachability, with Jessica credited with putting clients at ease during sensitive matters and listening without rushing. The wider team is described as compassionate and professional, and clients say they were treated as individuals rather than case numbers. Fair fees relative to the service provided come up, alongside the speed of responses and the prompt answering of questions. Correctly prepared documents and favourable outcomes in criminal matters are the concrete results that recur.