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Lawyers Bell
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, is an accredited criminal law specialist firm in Bell with an experienced staff of lawyers ready to assist you with your criminal defence needs. We have experience dealing with criminal law cases in many jurisdictions and courts, and you can trust our firm to get the job done.
Legal Services in Bell
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Bell
Our lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers assist clients with virtually all criminal charges. We have an immense amount of experience representing clients in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court We also deal with criminal matters including, but not limited to, drink driving, drug offences, traffic matters, bail applications, appeals, family violence, assault, fraud, 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 Heidelberg 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
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The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers may assist you in retaining your driver’s licence, getting your charges withdrawn, or lessening your sentences.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 team at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers specialises in dealing with drink driving cases. Our lawyers have substantial experience with representing clients charged with driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and drink driving generally in the Heidelberg Magistrates’ Court. We have the experience and skill that you can trust!
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 Bell
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, originally founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown, has become a trusted and esteemed law firm in Bell. 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 Bell
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are 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. We have relationships with Victoria’s more experienced trial barristers at the criminal bar. Most importantly, our firm understands and embraces the concept of client care, and we continously work to achieve outstanding 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 Bell 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?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can assist you in choosing the best criminal defence lawyer in Bell. 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 do criminal lawyers do?
The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Bell 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.
How much is a good lawyer?
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.
How to choose the best criminal defence lawyer for me?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Bell 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 or email. Our firm also offers phone and video appointments to individuals who are unable to meet at our Bell office for consultations. In these meetings, we will learn more about your legal issue and use the information we gather to find you the best legal representation.
Can I still have legal representation if I can’t afford a criminal defence lawyer?
If you cannot afford a lawyer’s standard fees, there are options available at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. Our firm is happy to accept Legal Aid enquiries, and we occasionally work with individuals who are recipients of Legal Aid funding. 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. Legal Aid is a wonderful program, and it has successfully assisted many individuals who are unable to afford legal services.
Who should I hire to represent me in a criminal case?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Bell, it will benefit you to hire a lawyer in Bell 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.
At what stage should I hire a criminal lawyer?
It is advantageous 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 fear, you can still hire a lawyer to assist you even if you are part of the way through the process. The right lawyer can reduce the stress and worries you have regarding your criminal case by stepping into the matter and making things right.
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.
- What outcomes typically result from my charges?
- Have you represented clients in similar cases?
- Are you a criminal law specialist?
- How long do matters of this nature take?
- How much will this cost?
- How long have you been employed as a solicitor?
