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Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is an accredited criminal law firm with a team of experienced criminal defence lawyers ready to assist you. Our defence lawyers deal with matters in various jurisdictions including the Magistrates’ Court and the Supreme Court.
Legal Services in Patterson Lakes
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Patterson Lakes
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers Patterson Lakes assist in most if not all criminal matters. Our team of expert lawyers have experience handling matters in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. We also have experience dealing with many criminal charges including, but not limited to, 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
The criminal defence lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have considerable experience. If you are facing criminal charges in Frankston Magistrates’ Court, the County Court, the Supreme Court, or the Victorian Court of Appeal, you can trust the criminal lawyers at our firm to adequately represent you.
Traffic Lawyers
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, our team is well-versed in the law governing traffic offences and regularly represents clients in cases related to careless driving, loss of traction, driving under the influence of drugs, and alcohol-related offences. We 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 Patterson Lakes
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, originally founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown, has become a trusted and esteemed law firm in Patterson Lakes. Our firm is accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria, and we have over 100 years of combined firm experience as practising traffic lawyers and criminal defence lawyers. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers go to great lengths to provide clients with zealous advocacy, customer service, and attention to detail in every case.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Patterson Lakes
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 prides itself in providing the best legal representation to its clients. Our firm has been practising criminal law, traffic law and intervention order law solely for years, and by attending the same courts in Patterson Lakes on a regular basis, we are extremely familiar with the courts’ procedures and legal subject matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
What makes a good lawyer & how to choose one?
For assistance with choosing the best criminal defence lawyer, contact Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Patterson Lakes. If you are charged with a criminal offence in Patterson Lakes, 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 does a criminal defence lawyer do?
Criminal defence lawyers represent clients in cases involving violations of criminal law. These advocates are a voice for their clients, and they handle the majority of tasks associated with criminal law cases. Criminal defence lawyers research the law surrounding their clients’ offences, examine the evidence against their clients, and present their clients in the best possible light to the courts. Criminal defence lawyers can also negotiate with the government to lessen sentences or assist in the removal of charges from their clients’ records.
How much does a good criminal defence lawyer cost?
The costs and fees that are associated with 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 know exactly what your representation will cost at the onset of the case. 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 the right criminal defence lawyer for me in Patterson Lakes?
Searching for the right lawyer can be stressful. To find the best criminal lawyer for your case, contact our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. We are here to help help. Our support staff is available by phone or email every day of the week from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. 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.
Can I still have legal representation if I can’t afford a criminal defence lawyer?
Don’t go to court unrepresented because you cannot afford the fees. If you cannot afford a criminal lawyer, Dribbin & Brown 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.
I have been charged with a criminal offence, what lawyer should I hire?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Patterson Lakes, you should hire a lawyer in Patterson Lakes 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.
At what stage should I hire a criminal lawyer?
It is best 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 fret, a lawyer can still assist you tremendously even if you are part of the way through the process. A good criminal lawyer can reduce the stress, worries, and financial burden you may have or be facing in regard to your criminal case. The right lawyer will step into the matter and make things right.
What should I know before hiring a criminal defence 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?
