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The criminal law specialists of Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are ready to assist you with your criminal defence needs in Baden Powell. Our firm has many decades of experience dealing with criminal law matters ranging from traffic offences in the Magistrates’ Court to murder cases in the Supreme Court. You can trust us to get the job done.
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Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Baden Powell
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Baden Powell, assists clients in substantially all criminal matters. Our firm’s solicitors have experience handling matters in Children’s Court, Magistrates’ Court, County Court, and Supreme Court. We also have experience handling a wide range 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
Our solicitors at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Baden Powell specialise in representing clients who have been charged with criminal offences. We have represented clients in serious criminal matters and less serious criminal matters in the Frankston Magistrates’ Court, County Courts, Supreme Courts, and the Victorian Court of Appeal.
Traffic Lawyers
The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are well-versed in the law governing traffic offences and regularly deal with a variety of offences, including careless driving, loss of traction, driving with a suspended licence, and both drink and drug driving. Our traffic lawyers may be able to help you keep your driver’s licence, get your charges withdrawn, or minimise the time spent in custody.
Drink Driving Lawyers
Drink driving cases are handled often by our team at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers. We defend many clients who have been charged with driving under the influence (“DUI”), driving whilst intoxicated (“DWI”), and other drink driving matters in local courts successfully. If you are dealing with a drink driving matter, you can trust us to handle your case the right way.
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 Baden Powell
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown, is a firm you can trust. We provide clients with the best representation available in criminal matters. Our firm is made up of Law Institute Accredited Specialist Criminal Lawyers, and we have over 100 years of firm experience dealing in both traffic law and criminal defence law. Our team unequivocally demonstrates attention to detail, top-notch advocacy, forensic judgement, and excellent customer service for all of our clients.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Baden Powell
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, is well-known throughout Victoria. We have locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. Our team of highly-experienced advocates specialises in criminal law. We have excellent relationships with Victoria’s experienced trial barristers at the criminal bar. Lastly and most importantly, our clients come first, and we work to achieve outstanding results for each and every client.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
The lawyers at Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers are the best solicitors in the field and provide high-quality legal representation. Our firm concentrates its practise on criminal law, traffic law, and intervention order law, and our solicitors attend the same courts regularly, which gives them an unmatched grasp on the court system and subject matter.
Frequently Asked Questions
How to choose the best lawyer in Baden Powell?
If you are located in an area served by our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, contact us for assistance with choosing the best criminal lawyer. Our support staff will gather information from you about your criminal matter and point you in the right direction to a lawyer that will best serve your needs. After you have been connected with a lawyer, determine if the lawyer is a good fit for you. Ask the lawyer any questions that you may have regarding the representation and spend time interviewing your lawyer at the onset.
What do criminal lawyers do?
The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Baden Powell 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 does a good criminal defence lawyer cost?
The costs and fees of hiring a criminal defence lawyer vary based on the matter at hand. Our policy at Dribbin & Brown, for Magistrates’ Court matters, is to quote one fee for services rendered whenever possible – so you will know exactly what your representation will cost at the onset. For matters in the County and Supreme Courts, we will strive to clearly explain our fees at the beginning of the representation.
How to choose the best criminal defence lawyer for me?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Baden Powell 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 Baden Powell 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 the fees of a criminal lawyer, there are other options for you. Legal Aid is a common alternative. Legal Aid is a government-funded service in Australia. It provides legal representation or advice to qualifying individuals, free of charge. Our firm accepts all Legal Aid enquiries and on occasion, our firm works with clients that 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 in Baden Powell, you should hire a lawyer in Baden Powell who specialises in handling criminal matters. Criminal defence lawyers are familiar with the legal process, and a criminal defence lawyer in your area will be familiar with the law that governs your offence. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers has a number of experienced lawyers in Baden Powell that can assist you with all of your criminal defence needs.
How do I know when I should hire a criminal lawyer?
When you are charged with a criminal offence, you should hire a criminal lawyer the moment that you are charged. The earlier you get a lawyer on your team the better. If you are already past that initial point, then the time to hire a criminal lawyer is now! A 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 looking for a lawyer, you should always 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 advocate.
- What outcomes typically result from my charges?
- Have you represented clients in a case like this?
- In what area of criminal law do you specialise?
- What does a typical timeline look like for these matters?
- What are fees or hourly rates?
- How long have you been employed in the legal field?
