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
Rawlings McShane Lawyers
Rawlings McShane Lawyers helps people charged with criminal offences, traffic offences and domestic violence matters in Queensland. The…
Riviere Law
Riviere Law is a criminal law practice in Erina on the NSW Central Coast. It helps adults and children who face criminal charges, traffic…
McConnell & Saldumbide
McConnell & Saldumbide helps people facing criminal, traffic and regulatory charges in Toowoomba and south-west Queensland. The firm only…
EAS Legal
EAS Legal helps individuals and families with criminal, family, property, commercial, and wills and probate matters. The firm also acts in…
James & Jaramillo Lawyers
James & Jaramillo Lawyers helps people facing criminal charges, family law disputes and traffic offences in Sydney and Wollongong. The…
Phillips Crawford Lawyers
Phillips Crawford Lawyers helps people who are charged with, or under investigation for, a criminal offence. The firm is based in Brisbane…
Nardi Lawyers
Nardi Lawyers helps people with family law, criminal law, intervention order and traffic matters. The firm acts in all Victorian courts and…
MC Lawyers & Associates
MC Lawyers & Associates helps people in Melbourne who face criminal charges, traffic and licence problems, family breakdown, civil disputes…
Loftgood Legal
Loftgood Legal helps people in Geelong and across Victoria who have been charged with a criminal offence or are dealing with an…
Mate Lawyers
Mate Lawyers is a law firm based in Sydney, NSW, with a strong reputation for providing exceptional legal services. With a 5-star rating…
Bardo Le Noureddine Lawyers
Bardo Le Noureddine Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses with immigration, family, criminal, commercial and property matters.…
Slades & Parsons
Slades & Parsons helps people and organisations in Melbourne who are facing criminal charges under State or Commonwealth law. The firm…
Sydney Criminal Lawyers®
Sydney Criminal Lawyers is a multi-award-winning law firm with a team of experienced and specialist defence lawyers. The firm has offices…
T&S Law Firm
T&S Law Firm helps individuals, businesses and not-for-profit organisations with criminal, commercial, family, property and employment…
Balot Reilly Criminal Lawyers
Balot Reilly Criminal Lawyers helps people charged with criminal offences in Melbourne and across Victoria. The firm practises only in…
Woods & Co Lawyers
Woods & Co Lawyers helps people in Adelaide and across South Australia who face criminal charges or traffic offences. The firm limits its…
Unite Legal
Unite Legal is a Melbourne CBD law firm that helps individuals and businesses with family law, criminal matters, property, business…
Bardo Le Noureddine Lawyers
Bardo Le Noureddine Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses in Melbourne with immigration, family, property, commercial and…
Ben von Einem & Associates
Ben von Einem & Associates helps people in Geelong and nearby towns with criminal charges, family law matters and intervention orders. The…
Stephen Browne Lawyers
Stephen Browne Lawyers helps people in Western Australia who have been hurt in an accident or through someone else's actions. The firm acts…
Port Adelaide Lawyers
Port Adelaide Lawyers helps people with criminal and traffic charges, family breakdowns, wills and estates, conveyancing and victims of…
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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