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Lawyers Prahran
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers Prahran has a staff of experienced lawyers ready to assist clients with matters involving criminal law. Our firm is an accredited, criminal law specialist firm. We have experience with minor offences such as traffic offences in Magistrates’ Court, major offences in Supreme Court, and the offences in between.
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Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Prahran
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Prahran, assists in many criminal matters. Our firm’s solicitors have experience in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers also has experience representing clients with a number of 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
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have experience in criminal court that you can trust. Our firm has over 100 years of combined experience defending clients charged with criminal offences. We are able to advise and assist you whether you are facing charges in Magistrates’ Court, County Courts, Supreme Courts, or the Victorian Court of Appeal.
Traffic Lawyers
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, our lawyers are experts in the law governing traffic offences. Our team represents clients in matters related to careless driving, loss of traction, driving under the influence of drugs, and alcohol-related offences on a regular basis. Our team of lawyers can help you reach the best outcome in your case.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers specialise in handling drink driving matters. Our firm has a great deal of experience in representing clients charged with driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and drink driving generally in various local Magistrates’ Courts around Melbourne. Our clients can trust our experience.
Drug Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has a team of lawyers dedicated to representing clients with drug offences that range from small quantity possession charges to large quantity commercial trafficking charges. Our firm has experience representing clients in both Magistrates’ Court, County Courts, and Supreme Courts. Drug charges can carry serious offences, and if you are charged with a drug offence, you must choose counsel that can adequately represent you in these matters.
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Prahran
We are a firm you can trust. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly regarded and trusted law firm in Prahran. Our firm is a Law Institute Accredited firm specialising in criminal law with over 100 years of combined experience in handling traffic and criminal matters. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers was originally founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown to provide excellent service and representation to clients. We go above and beyond to provide clients with the best advocacy, customer service, and unmatched attention to detail in every case.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Prahran
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is the best criminal law specialist firm in Victoria. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our lawyers are extremely experienced criminal defence advocates. We know how to get the job done right. Our firm has developed excellent relationships with Victoria’s trial barristers at the criminal bar. Foremost, we genuinely embrace the concept of client care, and we work endlessly to achieve the best results for our clients.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is the best criminal law firm in Prahran. We have a team that is composed of the best solicitors that specialise in criminal law. Our lawyers focus on practising criminal law, traffic law, and the law governing intervention orders. As such, our firm’s solicitors possess a great deal of specialised knowledge of the courts and subject matter in Prahran.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose a good criminal defence lawyer?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can help you find the best criminal defence lawyer to represent you. Provide us with information about your criminal case and we can connect you with the lawyer that will best represent you in your case. When we connect you to your lawyer, ask questions to determine if the lawyer is a good match for you. Figuring this out at the onset of the matter will ensure you are both on the same page about your representation.
What is the role of a criminal defence lawyer?
The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Prahran 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.
How much does a good criminal defence lawyer cost?
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 can I find the best criminal lawyer for me?
Searching for the right lawyer can be a daunting task if you are unfamiliar with the legal field. To find the best criminal lawyer for your case, contact our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. We can help. Our support staff is available by phone or email from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., seven days a week. 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 legal expert in our firm can best handle your matter.
What to do if you can't afford a criminal lawyer?
Don’t go to court unrepresented because you cannot afford the fees. If you cannot afford a criminal lawyer, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers may still be able to assist. Our firm welcomes Legal Aid enquiries and occasionally works with clients on Legal Aid funding. Legal Aid is a government-funded service available in Australia that provides free legal advice or representation to individuals who are unable to pay for legal services.
What lawyer can represent me in a criminal case?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Prahran, you should hire a lawyer in Prahran who has a specialty in handling criminal matters. A criminal defence lawyer will have a familiarity with the legal process and the law that governs your offence. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has a number of experienced lawyers that can assist you with your criminal defence needs.
When should I hire a criminal lawyer?
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 are some questions I should ask a criminal lawyer?
When you are looking for a lawyer to represent you, it is important to ask questions to determine whether the lawyer is the best person to represent you in your criminal matter. The below questions may help you learn more about your potential solicitor.
- What are the outcomes that typically result from my charges?
- Do you have experience with cases like mine?
- In what area of criminal law do you specialise?
- How long will I be dealing with this matter?
- How much will this cost?
- How long have you practised law?
