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Level 1, 441 South Rd,
Moorabbin VIC 3189 - (03) 8644 7328
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Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is an established and reputable criminal law specialist firm serving Cheltenham. Our lawyers are experienced advocates for clients charged with criminal offences ranging from traffic matters in Magistrates’ Court to murder cases in the Supreme Court.
Legal Services in Cheltenham
Assisting You in All Criminal Law Matters in Cheltenham
Our firm, Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Cheltenham, 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 specialises in criminal defence advocacy. The lawyers at our firm are dependable and are able to represent you in matters in the Moorabbin JC – Magistrates’ Court, the County Court, the Supreme Court, and the Victorian Court of Appeal.
Traffic Lawyers
At Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers, our lawyers are experts in the law governing traffic offences. Our team represents clients in matters related to careless driving, loss of traction, driving under the influence of drugs, and alcohol-related offences on a regular basis. Our team of lawyers can help you reach the best outcome in your case.
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 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 Cheltenham
We are a firm you can trust. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a highly regarded and trusted law firm in Cheltenham. Our firm is a Law Institute Accredited firm specialising in criminal law with over 100 years of combined experience in handling traffic and criminal matters. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers was originally founded by David Dribbin and Michael Brown to provide excellent service and representation to clients. We go above and beyond to provide clients with the best advocacy, customer service, and unmatched attention to detail in every case.
Criminal Defence Lawyers Serving Cheltenham
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is known throughout Victoria as the best criminal defence firm. Our firm has locations in Melbourne, Ringwood, Dandenong, Frankston, Geelong, Moorabbin, Ballarat, and Werribee. We specialise in criminal defence, and our lawyers are highly experienced criminal defence advocates. Our firm also has excellent relationships with Victoria’s more experienced trial barristers. We understand and embrace the concept of client care, and we work to achieve the best possible results for our clients.
Best Criminal Law Firm & Defence Solicitors
The best criminal law firm in Cheltenham 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 choose a good criminal defence lawyer?
Our firm can assist you with choosing the best criminal defence lawyer in Cheltenham. If you are charged with a criminal offence in Cheltenham, 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 the role of a criminal defence lawyer?
The criminal defence lawyers at our firm in Cheltenham 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 is a great criminal lawyer?
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 to choose the best criminal defence lawyer for me?
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers in Cheltenham 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 Cheltenham 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.
What to do if you can't afford a criminal lawyer?
If you are unable to afford the fees of a criminal lawyer, there are still options for you. Legal Aid is a common alternative; it 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.
Who should I hire to represent me in a criminal case?
When you are charged with a criminal offence in Cheltenham, you should hire a lawyer in Cheltenham who has a specialty in handling criminal cases (a criminal defence lawyer). A criminal defence lawyer will have a familiarity with the legal process and the law that governs your offence in Cheltenham. Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers have a number of experienced lawyers that can assist you with your criminal defence needs.
When should I hire a criminal lawyer?
It is advantageous to hire a criminal lawyer the moment you are charged with a criminal offence. However, there is no need to fret if you are further into your matter and you haven’t hired a solicitor yet, you can still hire a lawyer to assist you even if you are deep in the process. A good criminal lawyer can possibly reduce the stress and worries you have regarding your criminal case by stepping into the matter and resolving 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?