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Lawyers Ivanhoe
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly regarded, accredited law firm that specialises in criminal defence in Ivanhoe. Our team of lawyers has a vast amount of experience representing clients charged with criminal offences that range from traffic matters in Magistrates’ Court to murder cases in the Supreme Court.
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Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Ivanhoe
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Ivanhoe, assists in many criminal matters. Our firm’s solicitors have experience in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers also has experience representing clients with a number of criminal offences, 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’ firm is made up of a team of experienced criminal defence advocates. Our firm’s criminal lawyers represent clients in a variety of jurisdictions including the Heidelberg Magistrates’ Court, the County Court, the Supreme Court, and the Victorian Court of Appeal. Our team will adequately represent you in criminal matters.
Traffic Lawyers
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers we have a team of lawyers dedicated to handling traffic law matters. Our lawyers represent clients charged with traffic offences including careless driving, loss of traction, drink driving, drug driving, and driving with a suspended licence. If you are charged with a traffic violation, we may be able to help you retain your driving privileges, get your charges thrown out, or minimise your sentence.
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 in Ivanhoe represents clients with drug offences from charges such as small quantity possession to more serious charges such as commercial trafficking charges. The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have represented clients in Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. We can represent you in your drug case today!
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Ivanhoe
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, originally founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown, has become a trusted and esteemed law firm in Ivanhoe. 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 Ivanhoe
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
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, is effectively the best criminal law firm with the best solicitors specialising in criminal law. Our solicitors exclusively practise criminal law, traffic law, and the law governing intervention orders which allows them to possess highly specialised knowledge of the courts and subject matter in Ivanhoe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to choose the best lawyer in Ivanhoe?
For assistance with choosing the best criminal defence lawyer, contact Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Ivanhoe. If you are charged with a criminal offence in Ivanhoe, 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 is the role of a criminal defence lawyer?
Criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Ivanhoe defend clients at each step of the way in their criminal case. Criminal defence lawyers complete the necessary tasks that must be handled in criminal matters. A criminal defence lawyer may contact the courts and appropriate opposing representation to resolve matters. Criminal defence lawyers may examine evidence or compose and present arguments to courts demonstrating their clients’ innocence. Criminal defence lawyers may also negotiate with governing authorities to lessen criminal sentences.
Cost of a great criminal defence lawyer in Ivanhoe?
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, for Magistrates’ Court matters, we quote one fee for services rendered whenever it is possible. For matters that are in County and Supreme Courts, we do our best to explain our fees at the onset of representation. Because lawyers’ fees vary based on the type of offence, length of time spent in court, and a number of other factors, the lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers go above and beyond to provide clients with cost and fee information.
How do I find the right criminal defence lawyer for me in Ivanhoe?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Ivanhoe 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 Ivanhoe 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.
I can't afford a criminal defence lawyer, what should I do?
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.
I have been charged with a criminal offence, what lawyer should I hire?
If you are charged with a criminal offence, you should hire a lawyer in Ivanhoe who is specialised in handling criminal matters that are similar to yours, i.e., a criminal defence lawyer. Criminal defence lawyers will know the law governing your offence, and they will likely know the court system in Ivanhoe. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has seasoned, experienced lawyers you can trust to represent you in your criminal case.
When to hire an experienced criminal defence lawyer?
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 should I ask a lawyer before hiring them to represent me?
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?