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Lawyers Northcote
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is an accredited criminal law specialist firm with a staff of experienced lawyers ready to assist you with your criminal defence needs. Our lawyers have vast experience in the field of criminal law ranging from dealing with matters such as traffic offences in the Magistrates’ Court to murder cases in the Supreme Court.
Legal Services in Northcote
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Northcote
The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have a great deal of experience. Our team practises in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court and represents clients in matters such as drink driving, drug offences, traffic matters, bail applications, appeals, family violence, assault, fraud, stealing, sex crimes, royal commission work, and sheriff & infringement warrants.Criminal Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers’ firm is made up of a team of experienced criminal defence advocates. Our firm’s criminal lawyers represent clients in a variety of jurisdictions including the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, the County Court, the Supreme Court, and the Victorian Court of Appeal. Our team will adequately represent you in criminal matters.
Traffic Lawyers
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers we have a team of lawyers dedicated to handling traffic law matters. Our lawyers represent clients charged with traffic offences including careless driving, loss of traction, drink driving, drug driving, and driving with a suspended licence. If you are charged with a traffic violation, we may be able to help you retain your driving privileges, get your charges thrown out, or minimise your sentence.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Drink driving cases are often handled by our team at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. Our lawyers have defended clients who have been 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
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers represents clients with a wide range of drug offences – small quantity possession charges to large quantity commercial trafficking charges. Our team of lawyers has represented clients in Magistrates’ Courts, County Courts, and Supreme Courts. Drug charges should not be taken lightly. It is important to choose counsel that understands the nature of these charges and can help you achieve the best results.
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Northcote
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is the leading firm in Northcote 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 Northcote
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is well-known throughout Victoria with locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our firm’s lawyers specialise in criminal law, and our lawyers are highly regarded criminal defence advocates. Our firm also has excellent relationships with Victoria’s experienced trial barristers at the criminal bar. We care for our clients, and we work to achieve outstanding results for our clients.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are the best criminal law firm and has the best defence solicitors. Our lawyers solely practise criminal law, traffic law, and intervention order law. Our solicitors also attend the same courts routinely and regularly, giving them a highly specialised knowledge of the courts and subject matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing the best criminal defence lawyer?
For assistance with choosing the best criminal defence lawyer, contact Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Northcote. If you are charged with a criminal offence in Northcote, our support staff can guide you to the best lawyer to handle your matter. Contact 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 is the role of a criminal defence lawyer?
The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Northcote 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.
Price of a great criminal defence lawyer?
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, for Magistrates’ Court matters, we quote one fee for services rendered whenever it is possible. For matters that are in County and Supreme Courts, we do our best to explain our fees at the onset of representation. Because lawyers’ fees vary based on the type of offence, length of time spent in court, and a number of other factors, the lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers go above and beyond to provide clients with cost and fee information.
How do I find a good criminal lawyer?
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 to do if you can't afford a criminal lawyer?
If you cannot afford the costs of a criminal lawyer, there are options available for you. Legal Aid is a government-funded service in Australia that provides free legal representation or advice to qualifying individuals. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers welcome Legal Aid enquiries from individuals who are interested in receiving aid or have been approved to receive aid. On occasion, our firm works with clients that have received funding from the Legal Aid program.
What kind of lawyer do I need for a criminal case?
If you have been charged with a criminal offence, it is best to hire a criminal lawyer located in the jurisdiction where you were charged and that specialises in handling criminal cases, i.e., a criminal defence lawyer. Lawyers that specialise in criminal defence should be very familiar with the law governing your offence, and the local court system’s processes and procedures. Call Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, and we can connect you with one of our great lawyers.
Should I hire a criminal defence lawyer as soon as I am charged with a criminal offence?
When you are charged with a criminal offence, you should hire a criminal lawyer the moment that you are charged. The earlier you get a lawyer on your team the better. If you are already past that initial point, then the time to hire a criminal lawyer is now! A lawyer can potentially make the process of dealing with a criminal matter smoother and pain-free.
What questions should I ask a criminal lawyer?
When interviewing lawyers to represent you in your criminal matter, it is important to ask the right questions to determine if a solicitor is the best person to represent you in your case. These questions may assist you in determining what lawyer would represent you best.
- What outcomes could result here?
- Do you specialise in criminal law matters?
- Have you dealt with a case like mine before?
- How long should I prepare to deal with this matter?
- How much will I have to pay in fees for my representation?
