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Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly regarded, accredited law firm that specialises in criminal defence in Mount Helen. 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.
Legal Services in Mount Helen
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Mount Helen
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers Mount Helen assists clients in a wide variety of criminal matters. We have experience representing clients in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have handled many 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
The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Mount Helen are extremely experienced advocates for clients accused of criminal charges. Our firm specialises in criminal law and has experience in the Ballarat Magistrates’ Court, County Courts, Supreme Courts, and the Victorian Court of Appeal.
Traffic Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Mount Helen are knowledgeable about traffic laws and regularly deal with cases involving careless driving, traction loss, driving with a suspended licence, and both drug and drink driving. Our traffic lawyers may be able to help you keep your driver’s licence, reduce jail time, or get your charges withdrawn.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Drink driving matters are often handled by Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. Our firm has defended clients that are charged with driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and other drink driving matters in local Magistrates’ Courts around Melbourne. You can trust our experienced solicitors to represent you the right way.
Drug Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers represents clients with a wide range of drug offences – small quantity possession charges to large quantity commercial trafficking charges. Our team of lawyers has represented clients in Magistrates’ Courts, County Courts, and Supreme Courts. Drug charges should not be taken lightly. It is important to choose counsel that understands the nature of these charges and can help you achieve the best results.
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Why Choose Us
Leading Criminal Law Firm in Mount Helen
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a firm you can trust. David Dribbin and Michael Brown originally founded this firm to provide clients with the absolute best representation in criminal matters, and they have successfully accomplished their goal. This firm is comprised of Law Institute Accredited Specialist Criminal Lawyers, and we have 100 years of combined firm experience in practising as criminal defence advocates and traffic lawyers. We demonstrate attention to detail, zealous advocacy, unmatched forensic judgement, and thoughtful customer service in every case we handle.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Mount Helen
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, is well-known throughout Victoria. We have locations in many suburbs including Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our firm is a criminal law specialist firm accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria. Our lawyers are highly experienced criminal defence advocates who have excellent reputations in the community. Most importantly, at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, we care for our clients, and we work to achieve outstanding results in every case.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
The best criminal law firm in Mount Helen is Dribbin and Brown Criminal Lawyers. We employ solicitors who practice criminal law, traffic law, and intervention order law. Our solicitors gain an in-depth understanding of the laws and the courts they attend through continued practice, studies, and specialisation.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I pick a good lawyer in Mount Helen?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can assist you in choosing the best criminal defence lawyer in Mount Helen. 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.
How can a criminal defence lawyer help me?
The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Mount Helen 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.
Price of a criminal defence lawyer in Mount Helen?
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 can I find the best criminal lawyer for me?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers can help you find the best lawyer to represent you in a criminal matter. Our support staff is available by phone or email seven days a week from 7:00 a.m. to 12:00 a.m. We also offer virtual appointments to individuals who are unable to meet in person. We learn about your legal issue and use our knowledge and expertise to determine which criminal law specialist in our firm will best handle your matter.
I can't afford a criminal defence lawyer, what should I do?
If you are unable to afford the fees of a criminal lawyer, there are options available to you – notably Legal Aid. Legal Aid is a government-funded service in Australia that provides legal representation or advice to qualifying individuals, free of charge. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers accepts and welcomes Legal Aid enquiries and on occasion, our firm works with clients that are recipients of Legal Aid funding.
I have been charged with a criminal offence, what lawyer should I hire?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Mount Helen, you should hire a lawyer in Mount Helen 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.
How do I know when I should hire a criminal lawyer?
Involving a quality criminal advocate from the beginning can potentially save you an immense amount of time, money, and stress. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has a team with vast experience handling matters of criminal law. Our solicitors are readily available to assist you in resolving your legal issues. Contact Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers for assistance today!
What questions are important for me to ask a criminal 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?
