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Lawyers Moreland
The criminal law specialists of Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are ready to assist you with your criminal defence needs in Moreland. Our firm has many decades of experience dealing with criminal law matters ranging from traffic offences in the Magistrates’ Court to murder cases in the Supreme Court. You can trust us to get the job done.
Legal Services in Moreland
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Moreland
The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Legal Services assist in virtually all criminal matters. We have substantial experience in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. Our broad experience also extends to many other areas of law both criminal, including drink driving, drug offences, traffic matters, bail applications, appeals, family violence, assault, fraud, stealing, sex crimes, royal commission work, and sheriff & infringement warrants, to name a few.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 Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers team has a great deal of experience in traffic law. We represent clients charged with traffic offences including loss of traction, careless driving, driving with a suspended licence, drink driving, and drug driving. The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers may assist you in retaining your driver’s licence, getting your charges withdrawn, or lessening your sentences.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers routinely handle drink driving cases. We have defended many clients who have been charged with offences including driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and other drink driving matters in local Magistrates’ Courts around Melbourne. Our firm has the experience that you can trust.
Drug Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Moreland 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 Moreland
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is the leading firm in Moreland 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 Moreland
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly-regarded firm based in Victoria with locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our lawyers specialise in criminal law and have a great deal of experience advocating for their clients. We have developed excellent relationships with Victoria’s more experienced trial barristers at the criminal bar. Additionally, we embrace the concept of client care, and with each case, we work to achieve outstanding results for our clients.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have the best defence solicitors and is ultimately the best criminal law firm in Moreland. Our solicitors focus solely on criminal law, traffic law, and intervention order law and attend the same courts on a daily basis, providing them with highly specialised knowledge of the courts and subject matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose a good criminal defence lawyer?
To choose the best criminal defence lawyer, you should reach out to Dribbin & Brown if you are located in an area served by our firm. Provide our support staff with information about your criminal matter, and we can point you in the right direction and connect you with a lawyer that will best serve your needs. When determining if the lawyer is good for you, ask the lawyer any question you may have at the onset of the matter to ensure you are both on the same page about your representation.
What is a criminal defence lawyer's role?
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.
Cost of a good criminal defence lawyer?
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.
How do I find the right criminal lawyer to defend me?
Searching for the right lawyer can be difficult in some cases. To find the best criminal lawyer to represent you, contact Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. We are here to help you. Our staff is available by phone or email from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., any day of the week. We also offer phone appointments and video conferences for individuals who are unable to meet in person. We have an initial consultation to learn about your legal issue and use our expertise to determine which legal expert in our firm can best handle your matter.
What can I do if I can't afford a criminal defence lawyer?
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.
I have been charged with a criminal offence, what lawyer should I hire?
If you are charged with a criminal offence in Moreland, you should hire a lawyer in Moreland who specialises in handling criminal matters. Criminal defence lawyers are familiar with the legal process, and a criminal defence lawyer in your area will be familiar with the law that governs your offence. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has a number of experienced lawyers in Moreland that can assist you with all of your criminal defence needs.
How do I know when I should hire a criminal lawyer?
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.
What questions should I ask a lawyer before hiring them to represent me?
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?
