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Lawyers Abbotsford
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly regarded, accredited law firm that specialises in criminal defence in Abbotsford. Our team of lawyers has a vast amount of experience representing clients charged with criminal offences that range from traffic matters in Magistrates’ Court to murder cases in the Supreme Court.
Legal Services in Abbotsford
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Abbotsford
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers Abbotsford assist clients in a wide variety of criminal matters including drink driving, drug offences, matters involving traffic offences, bail applications, appeals, family matters, violence, assault, stealing, sex crimes, royal commission work, and sheriff and infringement warrants, to name a few. Our lawyers have experience in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court.Criminal Lawyers
Criminal defence lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are experienced advocates for the accused. Our firm’s lawyers have experience assisting clients appearing in all levels of court including Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, County Courts, the Supreme Court, and the Victorian Court of Appeal.
Traffic Lawyers
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, our traffic lawyers represent clients in a number of traffic matters including careless driving offences, loss of traction, driving with a suspended licence, drink driving, and drug driving. Our firm can help you reach the best outcome in your case.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Drink driving cases are regularly handled by the solicitors at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. Our firm has defended a number of clients who have been charged with offences such as driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and other drink driving matters in local Magistrates’ Courts.
Drug Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has a team of lawyers that are equipped to represent clients charged with drug offences ranging from small quantity possession charges to large quantity commercial trafficking charges. Our team of established lawyers represents clients in both Magistrates’ Court and County and Supreme Courts. Drug charges can come with serious consequences. It is important to choose an advocate that both understands this and can help you achieve the best results.
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Abbotsford
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Abbotsford is a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited firm specialising in criminal law. We have over 100 years of combined experience handling matters of criminal law and traffic law as a firm. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers was originally founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown to provide the best representation to clients dealing with criminal cases. Each solicitor at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers provides their clients with the top-notch advocacy, customer service, and attention to detail in every matter.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Abbotsford
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is the best criminal law specialist firm in Victoria. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our lawyers are extremely experienced criminal defence advocates. We know how to get the job done right. Our firm has developed excellent relationships with Victoria’s trial barristers at the criminal bar. Foremost, we genuinely embrace the concept of client care, and we work endlessly to achieve the best results for our clients.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, is effectively the best criminal law firm with the best solicitors specialising in criminal law. Our solicitors exclusively practise criminal law, traffic law, and the law governing intervention orders which allows them to possess highly specialised knowledge of the courts and subject matter in Abbotsford.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick a good lawyer in Abbotsford?
For assistance with choosing the best criminal defence lawyer, contact Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Abbotsford. If you are charged with a criminal offence in Abbotsford, our support staff can guide you to the best lawyer to handle your matter. Contact us any time from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m., seven days a week, and provide our support staff with information about your legal issue.
What does a criminal defence lawyer do?
Criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Abbotsford defend clients at each step of the way in their criminal case. Criminal defence lawyers complete the necessary tasks that must be handled in criminal matters. A criminal defence lawyer may contact the courts and appropriate opposing representation to resolve matters. Criminal defence lawyers may examine evidence or compose and present arguments to courts demonstrating their clients’ innocence. Criminal defence lawyers may also negotiate with governing authorities to lessen criminal sentences.
Cost of a great criminal defence lawyer in Abbotsford?
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, for Magistrates’ Court matters, we quote one fee for services rendered whenever it is possible. For matters that are in County and Supreme Courts, we do our best to explain our fees at the onset of representation. Because lawyers’ fees vary based on the type of offence, length of time spent in court, and a number of other factors, the lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers go above and beyond to provide clients with cost and fee information.
How do I find a great criminal defence lawyer?
To find a good criminal lawyer, contact Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. We can help. Our firm is available by phone from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., seven days a week. You may also contact us by email. We offer phone appointments and video conferences for individuals who are unable to meet in person. We will learn about your legal issue and use our expertise to determine which legal expert in our firm can best handle your matter.
What to do if you can't afford a criminal lawyer?
If you cannot afford a lawyer’s standard fees, there are options available at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. Our firm is happy to accept Legal Aid enquiries, and we occasionally work with individuals who are recipients of Legal Aid funding. In Australia, Legal Aid is a government-funded service that provides free legal advice or representation to individuals who are unable to pay for legal services. Legal Aid is a wonderful program, and it has successfully assisted many individuals who are unable to afford legal services.
I have been charged with a criminal offence, what lawyer should I hire?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Abbotsford, it will benefit you to hire a lawyer in Abbotsford who has a specialty in criminal defence. A criminal defence lawyer will be familiar with the legal process and the law governing your offence in that jurisdiction. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has highly experienced lawyers that can assist you with your criminal defence needs.
At what stage should I hire a criminal lawyer?
It is best to hire a criminal lawyer as soon as you have been charged in a criminal matter. If you are already past that initial point in your criminal case, you can still hire a lawyer to assist you, and you will likely be very glad that you did. The right lawyer can reduce the stress you have associated with your criminal case by stepping in and making things right.
What are some questions I should ask a criminal lawyer?
When interviewing potential solicitors to represent you in your criminal matter, it is important to ask them questions. If you ask the right questions, you can determine whether a lawyer is right for your case. These questions may prove useful to you in making your determination.
- What are the possible outcomes?
- Do you have a specialty in criminal law, or do you specialise in criminal law?
- Do you have experience dealing with cases like this?
- How long until we reach a resolution?
- Will this be a substantial financial obligation? What are your fee rates?