If you are located in an area served by our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, contact us for assistance with choosing the best criminal lawyer. Our support staff will gather information from you about your criminal matter and point you in the right direction to a lawyer that will best serve your needs. After you have been connected with a lawyer, determine if the lawyer is a good fit for you. Ask the lawyer any questions that you may have regarding the representation and spend time interviewing your lawyer at the onset.

The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Highton 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.

Costs of hiring a criminal defence lawyer vary based on the criminal matter and a large number of other factors, e.g., the defendant’s prior record, the length of time in court, the jurisdiction, etc. At Dribbin & Brown, for Magistrates’ Court matters, we quote one fee for services rendered whenever we can – so our clients know exactly what their representation will cost at the onset. For County and Supreme Court matters, we do our best to explain our fees at the beginning of the representation.

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.

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.

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.

It is advantageous to hire a criminal lawyer the moment you are charged with a criminal offence. However, there is no need to fret if you are further into your matter and you haven’t hired a solicitor yet, you can still hire a lawyer to assist you even if you are deep in the process. A good criminal lawyer can possibly reduce the stress and worries you have regarding your criminal case by stepping into the matter and resolving it.

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?