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Lawyers Fitzroy
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly regarded, accredited law firm that specialises in criminal defence in Fitzroy. 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 Fitzroy
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Fitzroy
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers Fitzroy assist in criminal matters in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. Our advocates at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have experience handling many 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
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers employs experienced lawyers as criminal defence advocates. Our criminal lawyers represent clients in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, the County Court, the Supreme Court, and the Victorian Court of Appeal. You can trust our team to adequately represent you in criminal matters.
Traffic Lawyers
The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are well-versed in the law governing traffic offences and regularly deal with a variety of offences, including careless driving, loss of traction, driving with a suspended licence, and both drink and drug driving. Our traffic lawyers may be able to help you keep your driver’s licence, get your charges withdrawn, or minimise the time spent in custody.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Our firm of lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers specialises in handling drink driving matters. Our solicitors routinely represent clients charged with offences such as driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and drink driving generally at the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court. We are the firm to trust with your drink driving case.
Drug Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Fitzroy represents clients with drug offences that range from small quantity possession charges to larger, more serious infractions such as commercial trafficking charges. The solicitors at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have represented clients in Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. We have experienced lawyers that can represent you with drug matters. Contact us today!
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Fitzroy
Founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a well-respected firm that provides clients with the best representation in criminal matters. Our firm is comprised of Law Institute Accredited Specialist Criminal Lawyers, and we have over 100 years of combined firm experience as both practising traffic lawyers and criminal defence lawyers. Our attention to detail, advocacy, forensic judgement, and customer service cannot be matched by another firm.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Fitzroy
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, is well-known throughout Victoria. We have locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our team of highly-experienced advocates specialises in criminal law. We have excellent relationships with Victoria’s experienced trial barristers at the criminal bar. Lastly and most importantly, our clients come first, and we work to achieve outstanding results for each and every client.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
The best criminal law firm in Fitzroy is Dribbin and Brown Criminal Lawyers. We employ solicitors who practice criminal law, traffic law, and intervention order law. Our solicitors gain an in-depth understanding of the laws and the courts they attend through continued practice, studies, and specialisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick a good lawyer in Fitzroy?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers assist clients in choosing the best criminal defence lawyer for their case in Fitzroy. If you provide our firm’s support staff with the pertinent information about your criminal matter, we will direct you to the appropriate lawyer. When you meet your lawyer, it is important to make certain you and your lawyer are on the same page regarding your representation. Ask questions and our lawyers will happily answer if they are able.
How can a criminal defence lawyer help me?
The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Fitzroy defend clients in all stages of their criminal matters. Criminal defence lawyers complete the majority of tasks that must be handled in criminal law cases, e.g., contacting the courts and appropriate lawyers to resolve matters. Criminal defence lawyers may examine evidence and present arguments to courts demonstrating their clients’ innocence in the criminal matter. Criminal defence lawyers may also negotiate with governing authorities to lessen repercussions.
How much does a good criminal defence lawyer cost?
The costs and fees of hiring a criminal defence lawyer will vary greatly based on the matter at hand. Our policy at Dribbin & Brown is, for Magistrates’ Court matters, to quote one fee for services rendered whenever we are able to do so. We want our clients to know exactly what their representation will cost from the beginning. For matters in the County and Supreme Courts that are more involved, we will do our best to clearly explain our fees at the onset.
How do I find the right criminal defence lawyer for me in Fitzroy?
Searching for the right lawyer can be stressful. To find the best criminal lawyer for your case, contact our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. We are here to help help. Our support staff is available by phone or email every day of the week from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. 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.
I can't afford a criminal defence lawyer, what should I do?
Unforeseen legal fees can take a toll on an individual, but there are options available for individuals who cannot afford legal fees at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. We are happy to accept Legal Aid enquiries. 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. We occasionally work with clients who are recipients of Legal Aid funding.
What kind of lawyer do I need for 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 Fitzroy, and our firm can assist you with your criminal case today.
At what stage should I hire a criminal lawyer?
If you face criminal charges, you should hire a lawyer as soon as you can. Involving a lawyer from the beginning can potentially save you time, money, and stress. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have vast experience in matters of criminal law and are readily available to assist you in resolving your legal issues. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can help you today!
What questions are important for me to ask a criminal lawyer?
When you are looking for a lawyer to represent you, it is important to ask questions to determine whether the lawyer is the best person to represent you in your criminal matter. The below questions may help you learn more about your potential solicitor.
- What are the outcomes that typically result from my charges?
- Do you have experience with cases like mine?
- In what area of criminal law do you specialise?
- How long will I be dealing with this matter?
- How much will this cost?
- How long have you practised law?
