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Lawyers Clifton Hill
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is an accredited criminal law specialist firm serving Clifton Hill. Our firm has the best lawyers ready to assist you with any and all of your criminal defence needs. Our staff of lawyers has extensive experience in dealing with criminal defence matters ranging from minor traffic offences in Magistrates’ Court to major offences in the Supreme Court.
Legal Services in Clifton Hill
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Clifton Hill
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Clifton Hill, assists clients in substantially all criminal matters. Our firm’s solicitors have experience handling matters in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. We also have experience handling a wide range of criminal offences, 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.Criminal Lawyers
Criminal law specialists at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are experienced in defending criminal charges in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, the County Court, the Supreme Court, or the Victorian Court of Appeal. We are the best, most knowledgeable advocates for our clients.
Traffic Lawyers
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, our lawyers are experts in the law governing traffic offences. Our team represents clients in matters related to careless driving, loss of traction, driving under the influence of drugs, and alcohol-related offences on a regular basis. Our team of lawyers can help you reach the best outcome in your case.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Drink driving cases are often handled by our team at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. Our lawyers have defended clients who have been charged with driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and other drink driving matters in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court. We have the experience that you can trust.
Drug Lawyers
Our lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers that specialise in representing clients with drug charges have a great deal of experience with a wide range of matters. Our firm represents clients dealing with drug offences that range from small possession charges to large trafficking charges. We have experience representing clients at every court level. Serious consequences can follow drug charges, but the right lawyer can help you make the best of your situation.
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Clifton Hill
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a firm you can trust. David Dribbin and Michael Brown originally founded this firm to provide clients with the absolute best representation in criminal matters, and they have successfully accomplished their goal. This firm is comprised of Law Institute Accredited Specialist Criminal Lawyers, and we have 100 years of combined firm experience in practising as criminal defence advocates and traffic lawyers. We demonstrate attention to detail, zealous advocacy, unmatched forensic judgement, and thoughtful customer service in every case we handle.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Clifton Hill
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a well-known firm located in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our firm specialises in criminal law, and our lawyers are highly experienced criminal defence advocates. As such, our firm has developed excellent relationships with Victoria’s trial barristers. We also understand and embrace the concept of customer service. We care for our clients, and we work to achieve outstanding 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 Clifton Hill.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose a good criminal defence lawyer?
Searching for the right criminal defence lawyer can be a daunting task. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can assist you in choosing the best criminal defence lawyer in Clifton Hill. When you provide our firm’s support staff with information regarding your criminal matter, we can direct you to the best lawyer. Additionally, when you meet the lawyer you are matched with, ask the lawyer questions to make certain you and your lawyer are on the same page regarding your representation.
What do criminal lawyers do?
The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Clifton Hill make certain that their clients have a voice in their matter and in the courtroom. Criminal defence lawyers complete the tasks that must be handled in criminal law cases. They may contact the courts and appropriate lawyers to resolve matters, examine the evidence, present arguments to courts demonstrating their clients’ innocence in the criminal matter, or negotiate with governing authorities to lessen repercussions.
How much is a good lawyer?
A criminal defence lawyer’s fees typically vary based on the matter at hand. For Magistrates’ Court matters, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers quotes one fee for services rendered whenever we can do so. We want our clients to know exactly what their representation will cost at the onset. For matters in the County and Supreme Courts, it is more difficult to provide a straightforward quote, but we strive to clearly explain our fees at the beginning of the representation.
How do I find the right criminal lawyer to defend me?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Clifton Hill specialises in criminal defence and can assist you in finding a good criminal lawyer. We are available every day of the week from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. by phone and email. Our firm is happy to offer phone appointments and video alternative appointments to people who are unable to meet at our Clifton Hill office. In our initial meeting, we gather information about your legal issue, and we use this information to find you the best lawyer.
What can I do if I’m not in a financial position to afford a criminal defence lawyer?
Don’t go to court unrepresented because of your financial circumstances. If you are unable to afford a criminal lawyer, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers may still be able to assist you. Our firm welcomes enquiries regarding Legal Aid, and we occasionally work with clients who are recipients of Legal Aid funding. Legal Aid is a government-funded service available to individuals in Australia who are unable to pay for legal services. Legal Aid provides free legal advice or representation to these individuals.
Who can represent me in a criminal case?
If you have been charged with a criminal offence, it is advantageous to hire a criminal lawyer in your suburb who specialises in handling criminal matters, i.e., a criminal defence lawyer. Lawyers that specialise in criminal defence will know the law governing your offence, and they will know the procedure of the local court system. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has a location in Clifton Hill, and our firm can assist you with your criminal case today.
Should I hire a criminal defence lawyer as soon as I am charged with a criminal offence?
If you are charged with a criminal offence, a criminal lawyer may be able to assist you in resolving your matter. It is best to hire a criminal lawyer as soon as possible. A criminal lawyer can help you every step of the way. If you reach out early, your lawyer can work with you in the early stages and save you time and potentially avoid a stressful situation.
What questions should I ask a criminal lawyer?
When contacting a lawyer that you are interested in hiring, you should ask a few important questions. The questions you ask may vary based on your specific criminal matter, but the following questions may be helpful to ask regardless.
- What outcomes could result from these charges?
- Do you have experience representing clients in matters such as these?
- Is criminal law your specialty?
- How long will it be until I reach a resolution in this matter?
- How much will this cost?
- How long have you been practising criminal law?
