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
Armstrong Kutz Lawyers
Armstrong Kutz Lawyers helps individuals, families and small businesses in Brisbane, Toowoomba and the Redlands with family law, property…
Bennett Carroll Solicitors
Bennett Carroll Solicitors helps individuals, families and businesses across Queensland with wills and estates, property, family, business…
CJH Legal
CJH Legal helps people who need a restraining order, or who are defending one, and people charged with simple criminal offences in the…
Chan Lawyers
Chan Lawyers helps individuals and businesses on the Gold Coast with commercial, property, family and estate matters. The firm says it is…
Nicholas George Lawyers
Nicholas George Lawyers is a law firm located in Bondi Junction, Sydney, with a team of highly skilled lawyers educated at universities in…
Precision Legal
Precision Legal is a client-focused law firm based in Adelaide, South Australia, with a strong commitment to delivering exceptional results…
Quinn Family Law
Quinn Family Law is a specialist family law firm located on the Gold Coast, providing expert advice and representation to individuals and…
Matthew Mitchell Solicitors
Matthew Mitchell Solicitors is a reputable law firm based in Adelaide, South Australia, with over 40 years of experience in providing…
TDT Lawyers (Inala, Brisbane)
TDT Lawyers is a law firm based in Inala, Brisbane, providing a range of legal services to clients. With a strong focus on customer…
Potts Lawyers
Potts Lawyers is a reputable law firm based in Queensland, with offices in Brisbane and the Gold Coast. As Queensland's largest private…
Galbally & O'Bryan
Galbally & O'Bryan is a law firm based in Melbourne, VIC, with a strong focus on providing expert legal services to their clients.…
Sydney criminal law specialists
Sydney Criminal Law Specialists is a leading criminal defense law firm located in Sydney, with additional offices in North Sydney,…
Universal Lawyers
Universal Lawyers is a law firm based in Cairns City, Queensland, with a presence in Sydney. It helps people with family law and criminal…
FCG Legal
FCG Legal helps individuals, families and companies with immigration, commercial, property and litigation matters. Its lawyers act on…
Advocate Lawyers
Advocate Lawyers helps private and corporate clients across Tasmania with family law, criminal charges, wills and estates, property…
ALFA Lawyers
ALFA Lawyers is a South Melbourne firm that helps people facing criminal charges, traffic offences and intervention order matters. It also…
Brisbane Family Law Resolutions
Brisbane Family Law Resolutions, located in Brisbane City, QLD, is a law firm that provides expert legal services in various areas of law.…
Doogue + George
Doogue + George helps people charged with criminal offences in Victoria. The firm acts in matters from traffic and drug charges to assault,…
Final Law
Final Law helps people on the Gold Coast and in Brisbane finalise their legal matters. Most clients come for family law, including divorce,…
Quinn Law Group
The Quinn Law Group is a full-service law firm based on the Gold Coast, Queensland, dedicated to providing high-quality legal…
TDL Legal
TDL Legal is a boutique law firm based in Melbourne, specializing in Building and Construction, Owners Corporation, and Commercial…
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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