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Lawyers Watergardens
The criminal law specialists of Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are ready to assist you with your criminal defence needs in Watergardens. 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 Watergardens
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Watergardens
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers Watergardens 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
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
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, our traffic lawyers represent clients in a number of traffic matters including careless driving offences, loss of traction, driving with a suspended licence, drink driving, and drug driving. Our firm can help you reach the best outcome in your case.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Our firm of lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers specialises in handling drink driving matters. Our solicitors routinely represent clients charged with offences such as driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and drink driving generally at the Sunshine Magistrates’ Court. We are the firm to trust with your drink driving case.
Drug Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers located in Watergardens represent clients with drug offences in Magistrates’ Court, County, Court, and the Supreme Court. Our clients’ offences range from small quantity possession charges to large quantity commercial trafficking charges. Our firm has a number of experienced lawyers that can represent you. Reach out today!
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Watergardens
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Watergardens was founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown to provide clients with excellent representation in criminal matters. Our firm is a criminal law specialist firm accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria. We have over 100 years of combined firm experience representing clients as traffic lawyers and criminal defence lawyers. Our firm strives to provide outstanding customer service, advocacy, and attention to detail in every matter, with every client we encounter.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Watergardens
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is known throughout Victoria as the best criminal defence firm. Our firm has locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. We specialise in criminal defence, and our lawyers are highly experienced criminal defence advocates. Our firm also has excellent relationships with Victoria’s more experienced trial barristers. We understand and embrace the concept of client care, and we work to achieve the best possible results for our clients.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
The law firm of Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is the most reputable in Watergardens, and our criminal defence solicitors are of unmatched quality. Our lawyers work exclusively in criminal law, intervention order law, and traffic law. Also, our lawyers attend the same courts located in Watergardens on a routine basis which provides them with extensive knowledge about the courts and the law.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a good lawyer & how to choose one?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can assist you in choosing the best criminal defence lawyer in Watergardens. If you provide our firm’s support staff with information about your criminal matter, our staff can direct you to the right lawyer. When you meet your lawyer, it is important to ask the lawyer questions to make certain you and your lawyer are on the same page regarding your representation.
What is the role of a criminal defence lawyer?
Criminal defence lawyers represent clients in matters involving criminal law violations and handle the majority of tasks associated with criminal law cases. For example, criminal defence lawyers may examine the evidence against their client and demonstrate to courts that the evidence supports their client’s innocence. Criminal defence lawyers may also negotiate with authorities to lessen repercussions or assist in the removal of charges from your record. Criminal defence lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers work to ensure their clients’ voices are heard in the courtroom.
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 do I find a great criminal defence lawyer?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can help you find the best lawyer to represent you in a criminal matter. Our support staff is available by phone or email seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. We also offer virtual appointments to individuals who are unable to meet in person. We learn about your legal issue and use our knowledge and expertise to determine which criminal law specialist in our firm will best handle your matter.
What are my options if I can’t afford a criminal lawyer?
If you are unable to afford the fees of a criminal lawyer, there are still options for you. Legal Aid is a common alternative; it is a government-funded service in Australia that provides legal representation or advice to qualifying individuals, free of charge. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers accepts and welcomes Legal Aid enquiries and on occasion, our firm works with clients that are recipients of Legal Aid funding.
Who should I hire to represent me in a criminal case?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Watergardens, it will benefit you to hire a lawyer in Watergardens 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?
If you are charged with a criminal offence, a criminal lawyer may be able to assist you in resolving your matter. It is best to hire a criminal lawyer as soon as possible. A criminal lawyer can help you every step of the way. If you reach out early, your lawyer can work with you in the early stages and save you time and potentially avoid a stressful situation.
What are some questions I should ask a criminal lawyer?
When looking for a lawyer, it is important to ask questions to determine whether the lawyer is the best person to represent you in your criminal matter. The following questions may help you learn more about your potential representation and ultimately determine if the solicitor is a good fit for you.
- What outcomes typically result from these charges?
- Have you represented clients in similar cases?
- In what area of the law do you specialise?
- How long do matters of this nature typically take?
- What are your costs or hourly rates?
- How long have you been employed as a solicitor?
