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
Mark Stone Solicitors
Mark Stone Solicitors helps people in Toowoomba and Western Queensland with criminal charges, family law matters, and wills and estates.…
Mark Stone Solicitors
Mark Stone Solicitors is a law firm based in Brisbane, with offices throughout Western Queensland. The firm offers a range of legal…
Monk Lawyers
Monk Lawyers is a Hobart firm that defends people charged with criminal offences. It acts for clients in the Magistrates Court and the…
Shoalhaven Lawyers
Shoalhaven Lawyers helps people on the NSW South Coast with family, criminal, traffic, compensation and employment matters. It also acts in…
Western Legal
Western Legal is a law firm based in Fremantle, Western Australia, providing a range of legal services to individuals and businesses. With…
Bevan & Co Lawyers & Conveyancers
Bevan & Co helps individuals, families and businesses in Queanbeyan, Bungendore and Canberra with everyday legal matters. Peter Bevan…
Fisher Legal
Fisher Legal helps people in Western Australia who have been charged with a criminal offence. The firm acts only for the defence and does…
Butler McIntyre & Butler
Butler McIntyre & Butler is a medium sized independent law firm in Hobart. It helps individuals, business owners and developers with…
WestSide Community Lawyers
WestSide Community Lawyers is a law firm providing free legal assistance services to eligible members of Adelaide's Western suburbs and…
Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service
The Victorian Aboriginal Legal Service is a community-based organization providing legal services and support to Aboriginal and Torres…
Ideal Legal Services
Ideal Legal Services helps individuals, families and business owners in Perth with family law, wills and estates, property, commercial and…
Sunfield Chambers Solicitors & Associates
Sunfield Chambers Solicitors & Associates is a law firm based in Sydney, NSW, with a team of experienced solicitors providing a range of…
Vogt Legal Perth
Vogt Legal is a law firm based in Perth, Western Australia, specializing in various areas of law, including building and construction…
Holborn Lenhoff Massey
Holborn Lenhoff Massey helps people and businesses in Perth with criminal charges, commercial agreements, disputes, wills and estates. The…
Klimek & Wijay
Klimek & Wijay Family Lawyers is a reputable law firm based in Perth, Western Australia, specializing in family law matters. With over 50…
Senior Legal
Located in the heart of Southport on the Gold Coast, Senior Legal Lawyers is a law firm dedicated to providing personalized service and…
Beck Law
Beck Law helps fathers and families on the Gold Coast with separation, parenting and property matters. The firm began as a resource for a…
Dowling McGregor Solicitors
Dowling McGregor Solicitors helps people facing child protection matters and criminal charges in Victoria. The firm is made up of…
ATSILS
ATSILS is a community-based legal service for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across Queensland. It helps with criminal,…
Evangel Legal
Evangel Legal helps people in Western Australia who face criminal or traffic charges, or who have been injured and want to claim…
Hubber Legal
Hubber Legal is a boutique law firm based in Darwin City, NT, specializing in criminal law. With a strong commitment to providing…
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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