Sarah Marinovic

Sarah Marinovic

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Ainsley Law
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Admission Year

2009

Languages Spoken

English
Name Practising Certificate Type State or Territory
Marinovic, Sarah Alana Jessica Principal of a law practice NSW

 


Last checked August 2023 via https://www.lawsociety.com.au/register-of-solicitors

About Sarah Marinovic

Sarah has dedicated more than a decade to the field of traffic law.

Initially, she worked as a prosecutor handling traffic and heavy vehicle cases for the RMS. Later on, she transitioned to becoming a defense attorney at one of Sydney’s largest firms specializing in criminal and traffic law.

Having a background in prosecution provides Sarah with a distinct and profound understanding of Road Transport law. This allows her to approach traffic and heavy vehicle matters in a unique manner compared to other lawyers. As a defense attorney, she has utilized her insight and expertise to assist numerous individuals in defending themselves, preserving their driving privileges, avoiding demerit points, and ensuring the continuity of their businesses.

What truly motivates Sarah is establishing connections with people. She comprehends that each case holds genuine repercussions for the lives of her clients. Therefore, she takes the time to fully grasp what is important to you and ensures that you are well-informed at every stage of the process. This enables her to achieve the best possible outcome for each individual client.

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Notable Reviews

Kenny Anderson
Kenny Anderson
Janelle has been the most proactive, sincere, professional advocate for my legal trouble, where she went above and beyond my expectations to essentially undo my charges entirely (including any minor fines) for my particularly unusual and roundabout charges.I’ve had my doubts in having legal representation in general for traffic issues after calling around and received curt responses and sky-high quotes from other lawyers, but Janelle and Ainsley has been kind, realistic with my chances, spoke openly on potential legal strategies and gave genuine advice from the very first phone call.If you see this, thank you again Janelle!
Steve Keep
Steve Keep
From the first enquirey call to the court appearance, Janelle from Ainsley lay was very friendly, approachable and highly professional and provided timely and good advice. I trusted her judgement and followed her advice and was extremely satisfied with the outcome. I would have no hesitation in highly recommending Janelle and Ainsley law if you require their services.
Krystal Dias
Krystal Dias
I would highly recommend Sarah as a fantastic traffic lawyer who is very patient, understanding and extremely supportive. In relation to our sons case, after considering the evidence and hearing advice from Sarah, her Honour gave our son a reduced suspension period lesser than we were anticipating.In every respect Sarah helped all the way through and provided valuable guidance. Sarah was reactive and always returned our inquiry either through email, text or a phone call. Sarah’s work was detailed and took into every issue we had. As parents we feel a great relief. This matter had been affecting our son considerably over the last three months and how we were going to get him to work with out a license. I know our son is now relieved knowing there is a reduced suspension but also that he also learnt the importance of having a license and that it is a privilege to drive. Thanks Again Sarah ( Kamerons Mum and Dad)
colin French
colin French
I would highly recommend Janelle (Whale) as a lawyer who is very considerate, understanding and extremely capable. With regards to my case, after considering the material and hearing submissions from Janelle, his Honour gave a lengthy judgment, setting aside the conviction and fine from the Local Court and in their stead, dismissed my matter without conviction.In every respect Janelle helped all the way through and provided valuable guidance.The number of points raised and considered and the effort that went into the judgement was also a reflection Janelle’s detailed, thorough and supportive work.I feel a great relief. My matter had been affecting me considerably over the past year in so many ways. I slept well for the first time in a long while.
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I cannot recommend Janelle Whale highly enough. From the very beginning, she demonstrated exceptional professionalism, knowledge, and compassion. She took the time to fully understand my case, providing clear and practical advice every step of the way. In court, her preparation and advocacy skills were outstanding, and her calm yet confident demeanour made me feel reassured during a very stressful time.Thanks to her dedication and expertise, the outcome was better than I could have hoped for. If you are looking for a solicitor who genuinely cares and will go above and beyond for you, Janelle is the person to have on your side.
Tara Cheslett
Tara Cheslett
Janelle made my, extremely stressful, situation very simple. Her knowledge is second to none & coupled with her empathy and compassion towards each individual situation, makes her the perfect person to have in your corner.From the initial phone call to my day in court I felt in control and I was armed with all the information needed to be best represented. Janelle was in control the whole time with reminders of crucial dates and info required for the day.We got an outcome that no one expected, and I am so grateful.These ladies know their stuff!!!
Daniel Stacey
Daniel Stacey
I can’t recommend Janelle Whale from Ainsley Law enough. She gave me immense confidence throughout my traffic case, where I faced charges for speeding and using my phone while driving. Janelle is immaculate in her work—an excellent listener who made the complex court jargon easy to understand.Her confidence and professionalism were outstanding. After my case, someone even approached me to ask for her details to represent his daughter in a traffic matter.From our first call to the final handshake, Janelle was flawless. Her memory and attention to detail were remarkable; she recalled a sentence I said 40 minutes before court and repeated it verbatim, as if I had just said it. Truly a switched-on and impressive lawyer. 50/10!(She likes coffee so get her something before you go into court)
S J
S J
Janelle was proactive, confident, detail oriented and organised with her approach to the case. Her honest, polite and empathetic nature made the whole process of preparation smoother and she was able to achieve the best result possible for us at court! Can’t recommend her enough!
Chris R.
Chris R.
Hi Sarah,I wanted to take a moment to sincerely thank you for representing me yesterday. Your professionalism and dedication were truly impressive, and it was a pleasure working with you thru the process.It’s refreshing to see a solicitor who takes the craft seriously and delivers such high quality service with confidence. Your expertise made a significant difference, and I greatly appreciate how smoothly everything was handled.Once again thank you for your time and effort. I won’t hesitate to recommend you to others seeking skilled legal representation.Regards Chris,
Ara Kouladjian
Ara Kouladjian
Spoke to Sarah at the firm. She provided me with clear, practical and effective advice regarding my traffic matter. No doubt some of the best lawyers I have ever encountered. Their communication is clear and I would highly recommend their services.
Lindyl Le Roux
Lindyl Le Roux
Janelle assisted my daughter in her mobile phone matter in September 2024. She was excellent, very thorough and explained everything clearly and made the whole process simple and less scary. We got the result we were after and would highly recommend Janelle.
Glenn Langford
Glenn Langford
Janelle was brilliant, providing guidance all the way through the process. On our court day she was prepared, confident and composed. She projected such an air of competence that I was not worried. She spoke eloquently but more to the point, succinctly. Her advice was spot on. You can’t go wrong with Janelle.
Maxine Hogan
Maxine Hogan
Janelle provided caring, supportive and factual advice right from my initial phone call . Huge thank you for your professionalism and for the positive outcome on the day. I highly recommend Janelle and Ainsley law
Ernie Guo
Ernie Guo
Just want to take the time to thank Janelle for her professionalism, care, positivity and simply the ability to relate to others and being a great person! She was highly responsive, very easy to talk to and super generous with her time & efforts!
Dean Smith
Dean Smith
Ainsley Law is an outstanding law firm that demonstrates a deep care and concern for its clients. My family and I had the need very recently to call on the services of Ainsley Law and in particular Principal Lawyer, Sarah Marinovic.Sarah was exceptional in the way she dealt with us. At all times Sarah was meticulous in her planning and preparation of our case and always available to talk us through the process and next steps.Sarah treated us with kindness and respect at all times and worked tirelsesly to achieve the best outcome for us.Sarah is most professional in court. Her knowledge of the law is excellent and relates to the Judges in a way that seeks to obtain the best and fair outcome for her clients.At all times, I could see sarah was doing everything posisble to help us in our circumstance.I would highly recommend Ainsley Law and in particular Principal Lawyer Sarah Marinovic.
Roberta Butler
Roberta Butler
We had the pleasure of working with Janelle on a complex matter that involved various dynamics. From our very first phone call, it was evident that Janelle grasped the nuances of our situation with remarkable clarity. She not only listened attentively but also adeptly translated legal jargon into understandable terms, ensuring we were well-informed about courtroom procedures and expectations.Janelle’s responsiveness was exceptional; tasks were promptly actioned, and we were kept informed at every stage of the process. What truly stood out was her ability to establish a genuine connection – it was a delightful coincidence to discover that her family had historical ties to the very suburb we call home.The outcome exceeded our expectations, thanks to Janelle’s expertise and dedication. In a time of vulnerability, her professionalism and support provided a sense of assurance that was truly invaluable. We wholeheartedly endorse Janelle and her team to anyone seeking legal assistance – they are truly masters of their craft. Thank you, Janelle, for your outstanding work and unwavering commitment to excellence.
Demia de Tonnerre
Demia de Tonnerre
Janelle represented me in a legal matter and provided factual and thorough information regarding my personal circumstances from my initial phone call. Her attention to detail has been exceptional, and I felt guided through the whole process and well prepared for my court appearance.Janelle was non-judgmental and appeared to sincerely want me to have a positive outcome (which was achieved).As much as I hope to not require Janelle’s services in the future, I would not hesitate to elicit her expertise should the need ever arise.Janelle, I cannot thank you enough. All the best !
RC RayChantelle
RC RayChantelle
I had a great experience with Sarah from the law firm, communication was great. Being a first timer in court she made me feel very comfortable and explained how it all works before we entered. I would highly recommend choosing the firm to assist in court matters.
George Bartlett
George Bartlett
It is concerning to be fined for an offence that did not occur! I approached Janelle at Ainsley Law and then- excellent service, excellent advice and excellent result. Throughout the whole process communication was easy which is refreshing in business today. Thank you again Janelle.
Nigel Smith
Nigel Smith
Janelle has been terrific. We are elated with the result she obtained and grateful for her wonderful guidance from beginning to end. We also appreciated the time she took to explain in simple terms how the hearing would run on the day, it was really helpful and put minds at ease. We highly recommend Ainsley Law and Janelle Whale.
Kerrie Driver
Kerrie Driver
I engaged Janelle at Ainsley Law to assist my daughter with a high speed offence and she was nothing short of AMAZING! Very supportive, professional and friendly. Janelle supported us through the entire process and was great in court. The outcome my daughter got surpassed our expectations so we are exceptionally happy and highly recommend.
Aarti Samtani
Aarti Samtani
Sarah was wonderful to deal with! She was knowledgeable, an excellent communicator and available at all times.She was very clear with my options and honest about possible outcomes. I feel I was able to make an informed decision after my consultation with her.
Cathie Davies
Cathie Davies
I recently had a small traffic matter to deal with and while I was unable to afford the full service, I approached Ainsley Law for some advice. They were absolutely amazing. Sarah took time out of her day to explain so much of the process to me, and gave me some great advice on how to approach the matter. I am extremely grateful for her kind and patient attention. If I ever need help in the future (which I certainly hope I don’t!) I will know exactly where to turn. Thank you Sarah!
William Peng
William Peng
This is my very first time contacting a lawyer and I’m very grateful that it was Janelle who was there to guide me through this process!She explained to me about my offence which involves multiple state’s systems. She then walked me through the different options I could take. Throughout the process she was patient, empathetic as well as very knowledgeable and answered all my questions as well as concerns.Will definitely recommend her and Ainsley law to anyone who needs expert help :D
Rohith Nair
Rohith Nair
I recently had the unfortunate experience of being charged with a DUI, and I am incredibly grateful to have found an exceptional traffic law firm, that provided unparalleled legal representation. From the moment I contacted them, Janelle and Sarah displayed professionalism and expertise. They promptly scheduled a consultation and thoroughly explained the legal process, potential outcomes, and their defense strategies.Throughout the proceedings, Janelle’s attention to detail and dedication were evident as she scrutinized the evidence, police reports, and circumstances surrounding my situation. Her courtroom skills were outstanding and secured a favorable outcome for me. Additionally, their consistent communication and accessibility, led by Janelle, helped alleviate my anxieties. Thanks to her unwavering commitment, I was able to avoid a DUI conviction and minimize the penalties. I wholeheartedly recommend Janelle and Sarah, the outstanding team at this traffic law firm, for anyone facing traffic-related legal issues, especially DUI charges. Their proven track record, professionalism, and dedication make them an excellent choice for legal representation.
Brian King
Brian King
From years of experience, we know that discussing an issue with a specialist usually results in a better outcome than with a generalist. We approached Ainsley Legal for advice on how to deal with a traffic matter, given that that is their particular area of specialisation. Having spoken and communicated at length with one of their senior partners, Janelle Whale, we were not disappointed. Janelle took ownership of the issue. She was engaging, helpful and, most importantly from our perspective, made herself available to discuss our matter when it was most needed.We have no hesitation in recommending Ainsley Law in general for traffic matters, and Janelle Whale in particular.Thanks ever so much Janelle. We truly appreciate your kind assistance.
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