Criminal Law Firms in Australia
Find and compare law firms across Australia. Browse by practice area and read client reviews to make an informed decision.
- firms
- 1,224
- average rating
- 4.6
- Google reviews
- 59,211
- rated 4.5 or higher
- 862
We list 1,224 criminal law firms in Australia. They average 4.6 out of 5 across 1,138 rated firms.
Criminal lawyers defend people charged with offences, from traffic matters and assault to serious indictable charges. They advise on your rights, represent you in court, and work to achieve the best possible outcome.
What Criminal Law lawyers typically help with
- Drink driving, traffic and licence matters
- Assault, domestic violence and apprehended violence orders
- Drug offences and property crime
- Bail applications and police interviews
- Appeals and sentencing submissions
1224 law firms found
Bennett Carroll Solicitors
Bennett Carroll Solicitors helps individuals, families and businesses across Queensland with wills and estates, family law, property,…
Kapsis Solicitors
Kapsis Solicitors helps people charged with criminal and traffic offences in Sydney and across New South Wales. The firm has offices in…
Panwar Legal
Panwar Legal helps people on the Central Coast, in Sydney and in Newcastle with criminal and traffic matters, building disputes and…
Lawpoint Lawyers
Lawpoint Lawyers helps private and commercial clients across Sydney with business and personal legal matters. Business clients get help…
Jeff Horsey Solicitor
Jeff Horsey Solicitor helps individuals and families on the Northern Gold Coast with family law, compensation claims, criminal charges,…
Peerzada & Associates
Peerzada & Associates is a law firm located in Auburn, inner west, Sydney, providing a wide range of legal services to individuals and…
AHL Legal
AHL Legal is a Chinese law firm that helps clients in Sydney and Melbourne with family, criminal, immigration, business, property,…
Lamont Law
Lamont Law helps people on the Central Coast and across NSW with criminal and traffic charges, family law, wills and estates, and business…
Tamar Legal
Tamar Legal helps people in Tasmania who face criminal charges, traffic and drink driving offences, family violence order matters, estate…
Hunter Shafiz Lawyers
Hunter Shafiz Lawyers acts for individuals, families and businesses from its Sydney office. Clients come for help with immigration,…
Collective Family Law Group
Collective Family Law Group is a specialized family law firm with offices located in the Gold Coast, Cleveland, and Brisbane. The firm…
DBL Solicitors
DBL Solicitors helps Brisbane families and businesses with property, family, business, estate and criminal matters. Clients come to the…
Doogue + George
Doogue + George helps people charged with crimes in Victoria. It acts for clients facing drink driving and traffic charges, drug and…
Hall Payne Lawyers
Hall Payne Lawyers helps injured people, workers and their families in Tasmania with compensation, employment and other legal matters. The…
Stanley & Co. Lawyers
Stanley & Co. Lawyers is a law firm located in Adelaide, South Australia, with a unique approach to providing legal services. They operate…
Adelaide Legal Solutions
Adelaide Legal Solutions helps individuals, families and small businesses in Adelaide with family law, commercial law, criminal and traffic…
Driving Law Queensland | Brisbane office
Driving Law is a Queensland-based law firm specializing in traffic law, providing expert legal advice and representation to clients charged…
Haines & Polites Lawyers
Haines & Polites Lawyers helps people and businesses in Melbourne with business law, property and conveyancing, wills and estates, disputes…
Mansia Bovey & Company Lawyers
Mansia Bovey & Company Lawyers helps people in Cairns and across Queensland who have been charged with a crime or face police questioning.…
Michelle Porcheron Lawyers
Michelle Porcheron Lawyers is a reputable law firm located on the Gold Coast, specifically in Bundall, QLD 4217. The firm is committed to…
CMI Legal
CMI Legal is a law firm based in Sydney, Australia, with a team of experienced lawyers providing comprehensive legal solutions across…
Highest rated criminal lawyers in Australia
- 1.Sydney Criminal Lawyers: 5.0 from 1,040 reviews
- 2.Oxford Lawyers: 5.0 from 524 reviews
- 3.Criminal Defence Lawyers Australia: 5.0 from 521 reviews
We weigh review count as well as score, so one perfect review can't top the list. See the top 10
Criminal Law FAQs
How many criminal lawyers are there in Australia?
We list 1,224. They're spread across 8 states and territories, with the most in New South Wales (357) and Queensland (327).
Which criminal lawyers in Australia have the best reviews?
Sydney Criminal Lawyers leads our ranking with 5.0 from 1,040 Google reviews. Oxford Lawyers and Criminal Defence Lawyers Australia are next. We weigh how many reviews a firm has as well as its score, so one perfect review can't top the list.
How do clients rate criminal lawyers in Australia?
Very well. 862 of the 1,138 rated firms hold 4.5 stars or better. The average is 4.6.
Should I speak to a lawyer before talking to police?
Yes. You have the right to remain silent and to obtain legal advice before being interviewed. Speaking to a criminal lawyer first helps you avoid saying something that could harm your case.
How much does a criminal lawyer cost?
Costs depend on the seriousness of the charge and whether the matter is contested. Many firms offer a fixed fee for a guilty plea in the Local or Magistrates Court and a free initial consultation. Always ask for fees in writing.
Can I get legal aid for a criminal charge?
Legal aid may be available depending on your income, assets and the type of charge. If you do not qualify, many private firms offer payment plans. A lawyer can tell you quickly whether you are likely to be eligible.
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