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Lawyers Jolimont
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly regarded, accredited law firm that specialises in criminal defence in Jolimont. 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 Jolimont
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Jolimont
In Jolimont, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers assists clients with many criminal matters. We have experience representing clients with many offences, including but not limited to, drink driving offences, drug offences, traffic offences, bail applications, appeals, family matters, violence, assault, stealing, sex crimes, royal commission work, and sheriff and infringement warrants. We have also represented clients in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court.Criminal Lawyers
Lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have extensive experience defending criminal cases. No matter if you are required to appear before the Magistrates’ Court, County Court, Supreme Court, or Victorian Court of Appeal, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are uniquely equipped to assist you.
Traffic Lawyers
The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are very familiar with the law governing traffic offences and have handled a variety of offences including careless driving, loss of traction, driving with a suspended licence, as well as drink and drug driving. Depending on your situation, our traffic lawyers may be able to assist you with reducing jail time, retaining driving privileges, or getting charges withdrawn.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Drink driving cases are handled regularly by our team at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. Our solicitors have defended many clients who were 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 Jolimont
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Jolimont 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 Jolimont
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, does not solely serve Jolimont, we also serve the communities in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our lawyers are highly experienced criminal law specialists; we zealously advocate for our clients. Our experience and professionalism have allowed us to create relationships with Victoria’s experienced barristers at the criminal bar. Additionally, we embrace the concept of client care, and we work to achieve outstanding results for our clients.Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is an accomplished and accredited criminal law specialist firm in Victoria. We have locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our lawyers are highly experienced criminal defence advocates. As such, our firm has developed excellent relationships in the community and with Victoria’s more experienced trial barristers at the criminal bar. We foremost understand and value the concept of client care. In each case, we work to achieve the absolute best results for our clients.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
Our team at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is your best choice for high-quality legal services in Jolimont. Our firm is very experienced in representing clients in a variety of criminal matters including drug offences, offences involving violence, firearm offences, infringement matters, and driving offences.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a good lawyer & how to choose one?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can assist you in choosing the best criminal defence lawyer in Jolimont. Provide our firm’s support staff with information about your criminal matter, and our staff will do their best to direct you to the right lawyer. When you meet a potential lawyer, ask the lawyer questions to make certain you and your potential representation are on the same page regarding your case.
How can a criminal defence lawyer help me?
The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Jolimont 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.
Cost of a great criminal defence lawyer in Jolimont?
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 a good criminal lawyer?
To find a good criminal lawyer, contact Dribbin & Brown. We have the best criminal lawyers in Jolimont, and we are here to help you. 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 advocate in our firm can best handle your matter.
What to do if you can't afford a criminal lawyer?
If you cannot pay a criminal lawyer’s fees, there are alternative options available. Legal Aid is a helpful and substantial option for support. Legal Aid is a government-funded service in Australia that provides legal representation and advice, free of charge to individuals that qualify for the program. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers accepts Legal Aid enquiries, and we occasionally take on clients that are recipients of Legal Aid funding.
I have been charged with a criminal offence, what lawyer should I hire?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Jolimont, you should hire a lawyer in Jolimont who has a specialty in handling criminal cases (a criminal defence lawyer). A criminal defence lawyer will have a familiarity with the legal process and the law that governs your offence in Jolimont. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have a number of experienced lawyers that can assist you with your criminal defence needs.
Should I hire a criminal defence lawyer as soon as I am charged with a criminal offence?
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 questions should I ask a lawyer before hiring them to represent me?
When contacting a lawyer you are interested in hiring, you should ask a few important questions. The following questions are helpful to ask regardless of what type of criminal charge you are facing.
- What outcomes could result from the charges that I am facing?
- Do you have experience representing clients in this type of case?
- Do you specialise in criminal law or any other type of law?
- How long will I be dealing with this matter?
- What is the estimated cost for this matter?
- How long have you been licensed?
