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Lawyers Eltham
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Eltham is a reputable and accredited law firm that specialises in representing clients involved with criminal matters in Victoria. Our firm’s lawyers have experience representing clients charged with criminal offences ranging from small traffic matters in Magistrates’ Court to murder cases in the Supreme Court.
Legal Services in Eltham
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Eltham
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers firm in Eltham assists in a number of criminal matters. Our firm’s lawyers have experience in a variety of courts including Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. We also have experience handling many different types of criminal legal 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.Criminal Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers employs experienced lawyers as criminal defence advocates. Our criminal lawyers represent clients in the Heidelberg Magistrates’ Court, the County Court, the Supreme Court, and the Victorian Court of Appeal. You can trust our team to adequately represent you in criminal matters.
Traffic Lawyers
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, our traffic lawyers represent clients in a number of traffic matters including careless driving offences, loss of traction, driving with a suspended licence, drink driving, and drug driving. Our firm can help you reach the best outcome in your case.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Drink driving is one of Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers’ areas of expertise. Our firm represents many clients that are charged with drink driving offences including driving under the influence (“DUI”) and driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”). Our drink driving lawyers have the experience that you can trust.
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 Eltham
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a reputable firm of Law Institute Accredited Specialist Criminal Lawyers. Our firm was originally founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown to provide clients with the best representation in criminal matters. We have over 100 years of combined firm experience in practising as traffic and criminal defence lawyers. Our team consistently demonstrates superb attention to detail, unmatched, zealous advocacy, excellent forensic judgement, and excellent customer service for all of our clients.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Eltham
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly-regarded firm based in Victoria with locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our lawyers specialise in criminal law and have a great deal of experience advocating for their clients. We have developed excellent relationships with Victoria’s more experienced trial barristers at the criminal bar. Additionally, we embrace the concept of client care, and with each case, we 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 Eltham on a regular basis, we are extremely familiar with the courts’ procedures and legal subject matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
Choosing the best criminal defence lawyer?
Our firm can assist you with choosing the best criminal defence lawyer in Eltham. If you are charged with a criminal offence in Eltham, 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., any day of the week, and provide our support staff with information about your legal issue.
What is a criminal defence lawyer's role?
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.
What does a good lawyer cost?
Lawyers’ fees vary based on the type of offence, time spent in court or dealing with the courts, and numerous other factors. However, the lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers work hard to provide clients with cost and fee information. At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, for Magistrates’ Court matters, whenever possible, we quote one fee for services rendered. For cases that are held in County and Supreme Courts, we explain our fees at the onset of representation whenever possible.
How can I find the best criminal lawyer for me?
Searching for the right lawyer can be a daunting task if you are unfamiliar with the legal field. To find the best criminal lawyer for your case, contact our firm, 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 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?
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.
I have been charged with a criminal offence, what lawyer should I hire?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Eltham, you should hire a lawyer in Eltham who has a specialty in handling criminal matters. A criminal defence lawyer will have a familiarity with 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.
When to hire an experienced criminal defence lawyer?
If you have been charged with a criminal offence, you should hire a criminal lawyer when you are charged. The earlier you hire a criminal lawyer the better. If you are past that point, then the time to hire a criminal lawyer is now! A good lawyer can potentially make the process of dealing with a criminal matter smoother and pain-free.
What should I know before hiring a criminal defence lawyer?
When interviewing lawyers to represent you in your criminal matter, asking the right questions is imperative. If you ask the right questions, you can determine whether a lawyer is right for your case. The below questions may help you determine what lawyer would best represent you.
- What outcomes are possible?
- Do you specialise in criminal law?
- Have you handled a case like mine?
- What does the timeline/time period look like in this case?
- How much will this cost?