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
Gabbedy Milson Lee
Gabbedy Milson Lee helps individuals, families and small businesses in Canberra and nearby areas with their legal problems. The firm acts…
Mossensons Lawyers
Mossensons Lawyers is a full-service boutique law firm based in East Perth, Western Australia. With over 40 years of experience, they…
Madderns
Madderns is a leading, privately-owned Patent and Trade Mark Attorney firm based in Adelaide, with a reach across Australia and…
Cairns Lawyers
Cairns Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses in Cairns and Far North Queensland with property, estate, injury, family and…
Toronto Legal Pty Ltd
Toronto Legal Pty Ltd is a law firm based in Toronto, NSW, Australia. They provide a range of legal services, including family law,…
Victoria Legal Aid Sunshine
Victoria Legal Aid is a statewide legal service that provides free or low-cost legal assistance to Victorians who need it most. With a…
Bishops Barristers & Solicitors
Bishops helps people in Launceston and across Tasmania with family, estate, property, business and criminal matters. The firm started as a…
360 Legal
360 Legal helps individuals and business owners in Toronto and the Newcastle area with property, business, family, criminal and estate…
Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT)
The Aboriginal Legal Service (NSW/ACT) Limited is a law firm that provides free legal services to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander…
Avina Lawyers
Smith & Partners is a dynamic law firm dedicated to providing expert legal services to individuals and businesses in Adelaide and…
AviorLaw - Family Law, Wills and Estates
AviorLaw is a modern law firm providing accessible and future-ready legal solutions to clients across Australia. With a focus on…
Badarne Lawyers
Badarne Lawyers is a law firm located in Wollongong, NSW, with a strong focus on providing excellent communication and support services to…
Budwal Lawyers
Budwal Lawyers helps people in Adelaide with criminal charges, contested family law cases and complex immigration appeals. It also offers…
DM Legal Services
DM Legal Services is a law firm based in Welshpool, Western Australia, dedicated to providing expert legal guidance and support to…
Gallant Law
Gallant Law helps people facing criminal charges in Victoria. The firm also acts in corporate crime, workplace prosecutions and building…
Hall Payne Lawyers
Hall Payne Lawyers helps injured people, workers and their families in Rockhampton and across Central Queensland. The Rockhampton office…
KPW Lawyers
KPW Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses across NSW and Victoria with criminal, family, commercial, property, employment, and…
Leonard Fernandez Barristers & Solicitors
Leonard Fernandez Barristers & Solicitors is a reputable law firm based in Battery Point, Tasmania, dedicated to providing expert legal…
MyDefence
MyDefence is a law firm providing specialist criminal and traffic lawyers in Melbourne, Sydney, Hobart, and Adelaide. They offer affordable…
Nelson & Hill Lawyers
Nelson & Hill Lawyers is a law firm located in Canberra, ACT, with a 5-star rating based on 2 reviews. They can be contacted at (02) 6152…
Public Defenders Office
The Public Defenders is a law firm based in New South Wales, Australia, comprising salaried barristers who are independent of the…
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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