For assistance with choosing the best criminal defence lawyer, contact Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Melton. If you are charged with a criminal offence in Melton, our support staff can guide you to the best lawyer to handle your matter. Reach out to our firm 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. We will guide you through the process and match you with the best advocate.

Criminal defence lawyers represent clients in matters involving criminal law violations. Criminal defence lawyers handle the majority of tasks associated with criminal law cases. For example, criminal defence lawyers can examine the evidence against you and demonstrate to courts that the evidence is not as clear-cut as the police state it is. Criminal defence lawyers can also negotiate with governing authorities to lessen sentences or assist in the removal of charges from your record. Criminal defence lawyers ensure that your voice is heard in the courtroom.

Costs of hiring a criminal defence lawyer vary based on the criminal matter and a large number of other factors, e.g., the defendant’s prior record, the length of time in court, the jurisdiction, etc. At Dribbin & Brown, for Magistrates’ Court matters, we quote one fee for services rendered whenever we can – so our clients know exactly what their representation will cost at the onset. For County and Supreme Court matters, we do our best to explain our fees at the beginning of the representation.

Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Melton can help you find a good criminal lawyer. Our firm specialises in criminal defence. We are available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. by phone and email. Our firm is happy to offer phone appointments and video appointments to individuals who are unable to meet at our Melton office in person. In these meetings, we will learn more about the legal issue you are dealing with and use this information to find you the best legal representation.

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.

If you are charged in a criminal case, it is best to hire a lawyer in the jurisdiction where you were charged who specialises in handling criminal matters (a criminal defence lawyer). A lawyer that specialises in criminal defence will likely be familiar with the law governing your offence and will also be familiar with the local court system and its procedures. If you are dealing with a matter in an area where we have a location, call Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, and our firm can assist you.

It is advantageous to hire a criminal lawyer as soon as you have been charged with a criminal offence. However, if you are past that point, do not fear, you can still hire a lawyer to assist you even if you are part of the way through the process. The right lawyer can reduce the stress and worries you have regarding your criminal case by stepping into the matter and making things right.

When contacting potential lawyers, there are a few key questions that you should ask clients. Keep in mind – the questions you should ask may vary on the nature of your criminal matter. 

• Based on the charges I am facing, what possible outcomes may result?
• Have you dealt with a case like mine before?
• Do you specialise in criminal law?
• Roughly how long will my case take?
• What are your rates?
• How long have you practised law?