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4/271 William St,
Melbourne VIC, 3000 - (03) 8644 7320
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Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Watsonia is a firm made up of experts in criminal law. Our lawyers have the knowledge, skill, and experience and are ready to assist you in resolving your criminal matters. Our firm’s lawyers have a great deal of experience representing clients in a wide variety of matters ranging from minor traffic offences in Magistrates’ Court to major cases brought before the Supreme Court.
Legal Services in Watsonia
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Watsonia
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers assist in virtually all criminal matters, including, drink driving, drug offences, traffic matters, bail applications, appeals, family violence, assault, fraud, stealing, sex crimes, royal commission work, and sheriff & infringement warrants. Our clients have dealt with matters in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court.Criminal Lawyers
Our solicitors at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have extensive experience defending criminal cases. It does not matter if you are required to appear before the Magistrates’ Court, County Court, Supreme Court, or Victorian Court of Appeal, our team at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is uniquely equipped to assist 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The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers may assist you in retaining your driver’s licence, getting your charges withdrawn, or lessening your sentences.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 in Watsonia represents clients with drug offences that range from small quantity possession charges to larger, more serious infractions such as commercial trafficking charges. The solicitors at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have represented clients in Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. We have experienced lawyers that can represent you with drug matters. Contact us today!
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Watsonia
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, originally founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown, has become a trusted and esteemed law firm in Watsonia. 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 Watsonia
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a criminal law specialist firm with locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our lawyers are highly experienced, well-known criminal defence advocates, and our firm has excellent relationships with Victoria’s experienced trial barristers at the criminal bar. Our firm understands and embraces the concept of client care, and each day we strive to achieve outstanding results for our clients.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are the best in the field and provide high-quality legal representation. Our firm concentrates its practice on criminal law, traffic law, and intervention order law, and our solicitors attend the same courts routinely, which gives them an intimate grasp on the court system and subject matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I choose the best criminal lawyer?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can assist you in choosing the best criminal defence lawyer in Watsonia. Provide our firm’s support staff with information about your criminal matter, and our staff will do their best to direct you to the right lawyer. When you meet a potential lawyer, ask the lawyer questions to make certain you and your potential representation are on the same page regarding your case.
What is the role of a criminal defence lawyer?
Criminal defence lawyers represent clients in cases involving violations of criminal law. These advocates are a voice for their clients, and they handle the majority of tasks associated with criminal law cases. Criminal defence lawyers research the law surrounding their clients’ offences, examine the evidence against their clients, and present their clients in the best possible light to the courts. Criminal defence lawyers can also negotiate with the government to lessen sentences or assist in the removal of charges from their clients’ records.
Cost of a great criminal defence lawyer in Watsonia?
The costs of hiring a criminal defence lawyer vary based on the case. Some matters are more expensive and take more time while other matters do not require as much time and legwork. At Dribbin & Brown, for Magistrates’ Court matters, we quote one fee for services rendered whenever possible – so you know exactly what your representation will cost at the onset. For cases in County and Supreme Courts, we do our best to clearly explain our fees at the beginning of the representation.
How do I find a good criminal lawyer?
To find a good criminal lawyer, contact Dribbin & Brown; we can help. Our firm is available by phone from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m., seven days a week. You may also contact us by email. 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.
I can't afford a criminal defence lawyer, what should I do?
Unforeseen legal fees can take a toll on an individual, but there are options available for individuals who cannot afford legal fees at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. We are happy to accept Legal Aid enquiries. 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. We occasionally work with clients who are recipients of Legal Aid funding.
Who 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.
At what stage should I hire a criminal lawyer?
It is beneficial to hire a criminal lawyer as soon as you have been charged with a criminal offence. This may lessen the overall time you will spend dealing with a criminal matter. If you are already part of the way into the matter, you can still hire a solicitor to assist you. The right lawyer can reduce the stressors you have associated with your criminal case by stepping into the matter and working to resolve it.
What questions should I ask a lawyer before hiring them to represent me?
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?