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
KF Lawyers
KF Lawyers helps people in Sydney who face criminal charges, traffic offences or family law disputes. The firm also acts in care and…
RMO Law Gold Coast
RMO Law is a trusted and experienced law firm with over 50 years of history in South-East Queensland. With a team of highly skilled and…
AMT Lawyers and Associates
AMT Lawyers and Associates helps individuals, families and business owners in Melbourne's north-west with family law, property and…
Boorman Lawyers
Boorman Lawyers helps people charged with drink driving, drug driving and other traffic offences in Queensland and New South Wales. The…
Chambers Criminal Lawyers
Chambers Criminal Lawyers helps people in Victoria who face criminal charges or intervention order matters. The firm is based in Ballarat…
Codex Lawyers
Codex Lawyers helps small businesses, employers, employees and individuals in Melbourne with legal and workplace issues, visa applications…
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers
Dribbin & Brown helps people charged with criminal and traffic offences across Victoria. The firm only works in criminal and traffic law,…
Fayman Lawyers
Fayman Lawyers helps people charged with criminal offences in Victoria and across Australia. The firm works only in criminal law, from…
Odtojan Bryl Lawyers
Odtojan Bryl Lawyers is a law firm dedicated to providing high-quality legal services to clients in New South Wales, Victoria, Queensland,…
WM Lloyd & Associates
WM Lloyd & Associates is a law firm based in Raymond Terrace, NSW, offering a wide range of legal services with a tradition of talent. The…
Kennedy Spanner Lawyers Brisbane
Kennedy Spanner Lawyers is a law firm based in Toowoomba, Queensland, with a strong commitment to providing expert legal services to…
Parker Coles Curtis
Parker Coles Curtis is a leading family law firm based in Canberra, providing expert guidance and support to individuals navigating…
Green & Associates Solicitors
Green & Associates Solicitors is a law firm located in the heart of Sydney's eastern suburbs, providing a range of legal services to…
Kingsford Lawyers
Kingsford Lawyers is a highly experienced team of law professionals serving Australia-wide, with offices in Melbourne, Victoria, and the…
FourLion Legal
FourLion Legal helps individuals and families in Perth and Fremantle with family law, wills and estates, criminal charges and property…
Buckley Lawyers
Buckley Lawyers helps people with family law, commercial law, building and construction law, criminal law and wills and estates matters.…
Clutch Legal
Clutch Legal is a litigation firm on the Sunshine Coast. It acts for individuals, families and businesses in disputes where a lot is at…
CVC Law
CVC Law helps individuals and businesses in the Illawarra with everyday legal matters. The firm acts for people buying or selling property,…
DBL Solicitors
DBL Solicitors helps Brisbane families and businesses with property, business, family, wills and estates, and other legal matters. The firm…
Floraison Legal
Floraison Legal is a law firm located in Sydney, offering a wide range of legal services to individuals and businesses. With a team of…
SANS Law
SANS Law is a non-traditional law firm that offers a unique approach to legal services. With offices located in Sydney, New South Wales,…
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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