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4/271 William St,
Melbourne VIC, 3000 - (03) 8644 7320
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Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is an established and reputable criminal law specialist firm serving Balwyn. Our lawyers are experienced advocates for clients charged with criminal offences ranging from traffic matters in Magistrates’ Court to murder cases in the Supreme Court.
Legal Services in Balwyn
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Balwyn
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers Balwyn assist clients in a wide variety of criminal matters 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, to name a few. Our lawyers have experience in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court.Criminal Lawyers
Our solicitors at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Balwyn specialise in representing clients who have been charged with criminal offences. We have represented clients in serious criminal matters and less serious criminal matters in the Melbourne Magistrates’ Court, County Courts, Supreme Courts, and the Victorian Court of Appeal.
Traffic Lawyers
The Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers team has a great deal of experience in traffic law. We represent clients charged with traffic offences including loss of traction, careless driving, driving with a suspended licence, drink driving, and drug driving. The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers may assist you in retaining your driver’s licence, getting your charges withdrawn, or lessening your sentences.
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 specialise in representing clients dealing with drug offences. These offences range from small possession charges in Magistrates’ Court to severe offences including trafficking charges. Drug charges can result in serious consequences for those accused. It is important to choose a lawyer you can trust to represent you in these matters.
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Balwyn
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is the leading firm in Balwyn because of our superb attention to detail, exceptional advocacy, unmatched forensic judgement, and the customer service we provide to all of our clients. David Dribbin and Michael Brown originally founded Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers to provide clients with the best possible advocacy in criminal matters. Over the years, our firm has become a reputable and trusted name in the community. We are a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialist Criminal Lawyers, and we have over 100 years of combined firm experience in practising as both traffic and criminal defence lawyers.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Balwyn
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
The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are the best solicitors in the field and provide high-quality legal representation. Our firm concentrates its practise on criminal law, traffic law, and intervention order law, and our solicitors attend the same courts regularly, which gives them an unmatched grasp on the court system and subject matter.
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 Balwyn. 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. Criminal defence lawyers handle the majority of tasks associated with criminal law cases. For example, criminal defence lawyers can examine the evidence against you and demonstrate to courts that the evidence is not as clear-cut as the police state it is. Criminal defence lawyers can also negotiate with governing authorities to lessen sentences or assist in the removal of charges from your record. Criminal defence lawyers ensure that your voice is heard in the courtroom.
Price of a great criminal defence lawyer?
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?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Balwyn can help you find a good criminal lawyer. Our firm specialises in criminal defence. We are available seven days a week from 7 a.m. to 12 a.m. by phone and email. Our firm is happy to offer phone appointments and video appointments to individuals who are unable to meet at our Balwyn office in person. In these meetings, we will learn more about the legal issue you are dealing with and use this information to find you the best legal representation.
Can I still have legal representation if I can’t afford a criminal defence lawyer?
If you are unable to afford the fees of a criminal solicitor, there are still options available for you. You do not have to go to court unrepresented. Legal Aid is a common alternative. Legal Aid is a government-funded service in Australia that provides legal representation or advice to individuals that qualify, free of charge. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers accepts and welcomes Legal Aid enquiries, and on occasion, we work with clients who receive Legal Aid funding.
What lawyer can represent me in a criminal case?
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.
Should I hire a criminal defence lawyer as soon as I am charged with a criminal offence?
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 questions are important for me to ask a criminal lawyer?
When reaching out to lawyers, there are a few key questions that you should ask as a potential client. These questions may vary based on the nature of your criminal matter.
- Based on the charges I am facing, what are the possible outcomes?
- Have you handled cases like mine before?
- What is your specific specialty area?
- Roughly how long will my case take?
- How much do you charge?
- How long have you practised law?
