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The criminal law specialists at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are prepared to provide you with a top-level criminal defence serving Sebastopol. Our lawyers have vast experience in dealing with criminal defence cases that range from minor traffic offences in Magistrates’ Court to major offences in the Supreme Court. Trust us to handle your case.
Legal Services in Sebastopol
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Sebastopol
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Sebastopol, 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
Criminal defence lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are experienced advocates for the accused. Our firm’s lawyers have experience assisting clients appearing in all levels of court including Ballarat Magistrates’ Court, County Courts, the Supreme Court, and the Victorian Court of Appeal.
Traffic Lawyers
The team at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has an abundance of experience with traffic law cases. Our firm represents clients that are charged with many if not all traffic offences including loss of traction, careless driving, driving with a suspended licence, and drink and drug driving. Our solicitors at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers may help you avoid undesirable repercussions. Contact our firm today for assistance with your traffic law case.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Our advocates at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers specialise in handling drink driving matters. We have many years of experience representing clients in driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and general drink driving cases in various Magistrates’ Courts around Melbourne. Our clients can trust our criminal lawyers to adequately represent them.
Drug Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has a team of lawyers that are equipped to represent clients charged with drug offences ranging from small quantity possession charges to large quantity commercial trafficking charges. Our team of established lawyers represents clients in both Magistrates’ Court and County and Supreme Courts. Drug charges can come with serious consequences. It is important to choose an advocate that both understands this and can help you achieve the best results.
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Sebastopol
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Sebastopol, founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown, is the best criminal defence firm in the area. Our firm is a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited firm specialising in criminal law with over 100 years of combined firm experience practising in traffic law and criminal defence. We go above and beyond to provide clients with superb advocacy, customer service, and unmatched attention to detail in every matter.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Sebastopol
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a well-known firm located in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our firm specialises in criminal law, and our lawyers are highly experienced criminal defence advocates. As such, our firm has developed excellent relationships with Victoria’s trial barristers. We also understand and embrace the concept of customer service. 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?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can assist you in choosing the best criminal defence lawyer in Sebastopol. 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.
How can a criminal defence lawyer help me?
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?
For help with finding a good criminal lawyer, reach out to 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 come to our office in Sebastopol to meet. We learn about your legal issue in your initial consultation and use our expertise to determine which expert in our firm can best handle your case.
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.
What lawyer can represent me in a criminal case?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Sebastopol, you should hire a lawyer in Sebastopol who has a specialty in handling criminal matters. A criminal defence lawyer will be familiar with both 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.
How do I know when I should hire a criminal lawyer?
If you face criminal charges, it is best to hire a lawyer when you first become aware of the charges. Involving a lawyer from the start can potentially save you time, money, and stress. Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, has vast experience in handling matters of criminal law, and our solicitors are readily available to assist you in resolving your legal issues. Contact Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers for assistance today!
What questions should I ask a lawyer before hiring them to represent me?
When contacting a lawyer that you are interested in hiring, you should ask a few important questions. The questions you ask may vary based on your specific criminal matter, but the following questions may be helpful to ask regardless.
- What outcomes could result from these charges?
- Do you have experience representing clients in matters such as these?
- Is criminal law your specialty?
- How long will it be until I reach a resolution in this matter?
- How much will this cost?
- How long have you been practising criminal law?
