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
Scarff Compensation Lawyers
Scarff Compensation Lawyers is a law firm based in Perth, Western Australia, specializing in compensation law. The firm offers a…
Rowan Skinner & Associates Family Lawyers
Rowan Skinner & Associates is a boutique law firm located in Melbourne, with offices in Clifton Hill and the Melbourne CBD. The firm…
Bruce Legal
Bruce Legal helps individuals and businesses on the Gold Coast, in south-east Queensland and in northern New South Wales. The firm acts in…
Evans Testa Lawyers
Evans Testa helps people and businesses in Adelaide with criminal and traffic charges, family law, personal injury, wills and deceased…
Marshall Jovanovska Ralph Criminal Lawyers - Melbourne
Marshall Jovanovska Ralph is a boutique, results-oriented criminal law firm with a strong presence in Melbourne, operating from two…
Andrew Williams Criminal Law Offices
Andrew Williams helps people charged with criminal and traffic offences in Western Australia. He has practised only in criminal and traffic…
Canaan Lawyers
Canaan Lawyers helps Chinese-speaking individuals and businesses in Melbourne and Sydney with commercial, litigation, family, criminal,…
Aegis Law Group
Aegis Law Group is a law firm based in Brisbane City, QLD, with a strong reputation for providing exceptional legal services. With a team…
McGirr & Associates
McGirr & Associates is a law firm based in Sydney, NSW, specializing in criminal and traffic law. With a team of experienced solicitors,…
Kingston Fox Lawyers
Kingston Fox Lawyers helps people in Sydney who are under investigation or facing criminal charges, including traffic offences. The firm…
Liberato Defence Lawyers
Liberato Defence Lawyers is a boutique criminal defence firm based in Newcastle, with an additional office in Sydney. The firm was founded…
Marjason & Marjason
Marjason & Marjason helps individuals and businesses with property, family, criminal, commercial and estate matters. The firm acts for…
May Lawyers
May Lawyers is a law firm based in South Yarra, VIC, with a strong focus on providing expert legal advice and representation. With a 5-star…
Quantum Law Group
Quantum Law Group is a boutique law firm located in Sydney, New South Wales, with a strong reputation for handling complex and high-stakes…
Skene Lawyers | Brisbane Law Firm
Skene Lawyers is a Brisbane-based law firm that provides a range of legal services to individuals and families. With a strong focus on…
A.L.F. Lawyers
A.L.F. Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses in Brisbane's north with property, family, business and estate matters. The firm…
Ian W Bartels & Associates
Ian W Bartels & Associates helps individuals and families on Brisbane's southside with wills and estates, family law, criminal law and…
Wilckens Roche Lawyers
Wilckens Roche Lawyers is a dynamic and forward-thinking law firm located in Williamstown, VIC 3016, with a strong commitment to providing…
Coastal Lawyers
Coastal Lawyers is a boutique law firm in Erina that helps people on the Central Coast through separation, parenting arrangements, property…
Hopper Mott Bunting Lawyers
Hopper Mott Bunting Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses in the Redlands with their legal matters. The firm works on wills…
Hounsell Cunningham Lawyers
Hounsell Cunningham helps people in Brisbane who face criminal charges, traffic offences or domestic violence matters. The firm acts only…
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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