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Lawyers Kensington
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is an established and reputable criminal law specialist firm serving Kensington. Our lawyers are experienced advocates for clients charged with criminal offences ranging from traffic matters in Magistrates’ Court to murder cases in the Supreme Court.
Legal Services in Kensington
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Kensington
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers Kensington assists clients in a wide variety of criminal matters. We have experience representing clients in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have handled 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
The criminal defence lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have considerable experience. If you are facing criminal charges in Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, the County Court, the Supreme Court, or the Victorian Court of Appeal, you can trust the criminal lawyers at our firm to adequately represent you.
Traffic Lawyers
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, our team is well-versed in the law governing traffic offences and regularly represents clients in cases related to careless driving, loss of traction, driving under the influence of drugs, and alcohol-related offences. We can help you reach the best outcome in your case.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Drink driving cases are often dealt with by Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. We have defended many clients who have been charged with driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and other drink driving matters in local Magistrates’ Courts around Melbourne. Trust our firm’s vast experience.
Drug Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Kensington represents clients charged with drug offences that range from small quantity possession charges to large quantity trafficking charges. The solicitors at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have represented clients in Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. Our firm can represent you in drug matters.
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Kensington
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is the leading firm in Kensington because of our superb attention to detail, exceptional advocacy, unmatched forensic judgement, and the customer service we provide to all of our clients. David Dribbin and Michael Brown originally founded Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers to provide clients with the best possible advocacy in criminal matters. Over the years, our firm has become a reputable and trusted name in the community. We are a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialist Criminal Lawyers, and we have over 100 years of combined firm experience in practising as both traffic and criminal defence lawyers.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Kensington
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly renowned firm with locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. The lawyers at our firm are highly experienced criminal defence advocates Our firm has developed and maintained excellent relationships with Victoria’s trial barristers at the criminal bar. We understand the importance of client care and service, and we always work to achieve outstanding results for our clients.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers prides itself in providing the best legal representation to its clients. Our firm has been practising criminal law, traffic law and intervention order law solely for years, and by attending the same courts in Kensington on a regular basis, we are extremely familiar with the courts’ procedures and legal subject matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to choose the best lawyer in Kensington?
For assistance with choosing the best criminal defence lawyer, reach out to Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Kensington. If you are dealing with a criminal charge in Kensington, our support staff can help you find the best lawyer to handle your matter. Reach out to 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?
In a criminal case, criminal defence lawyers handle the majority of tasks associated with criminal law cases. Criminal defence lawyers work to ensure that your voice is heard in the courtroom. For example, a criminal defence lawyer may examine the evidence against you and demonstrate to courts that the evidence is in your favour. Criminal defence lawyers may be able to assist you with the removal of charges from your record and lessen your sentences by negotiating with local courts.
Price of a good criminal lawyer?
The costs and fees of hiring a criminal defence lawyer vary based on the matter at hand. Our policy at Dribbin & Brown, for Magistrates’ Court matters, is to quote one fee for services rendered whenever possible – so you will know exactly what your representation will cost at the onset. For matters in the County and Supreme Courts, we will strive to clearly explain our fees at the beginning of the representation.
How to choose the best criminal defence lawyer for me?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Kensington 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 Kensington 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 can't afford a criminal defence lawyer?
If you are unable to afford the fees of a criminal solicitor, there are still options available for you. You do not have to go to court unrepresented. Legal Aid is a common alternative. Legal Aid is a government-funded service in Australia that provides legal representation or advice to individuals that qualify, free of charge. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers accepts and welcomes Legal Aid enquiries, and on occasion, we work with clients who receive Legal Aid funding.
Who can represent me in a criminal case?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Kensington, it will benefit you to hire a lawyer in Kensington 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.
When to hire an experienced criminal defence lawyer?
It is advantageous to hire a criminal lawyer the moment you are charged with a criminal offence. However, there is no need to fret if you are further into your matter and you haven’t hired a solicitor yet, you can still hire a lawyer to assist you even if you are deep in the process. A good criminal lawyer can possibly reduce the stress and worries you have regarding your criminal case by stepping into the matter and resolving it.
What are some questions I should ask a criminal lawyer?
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?
