Criminal Law Firms in Gold coast, Queensland
Find and compare law firms in Gold coast, Queensland. Browse by practice area and read client reviews to make an informed decision.
- firms
- 89
- average rating
- 4.7
- Google reviews
- 3,542
- rated 4.5 or higher
- 68
We list 89 criminal law firms in Gold coast, Queensland. They average 4.7 out of 5 across 86 rated firms. That's a touch above the average across Queensland (4.6).
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
89 law firms found
Harmony Lawyers
Harmony Lawyers helps people on the Gold Coast with buying and selling property, and with wills and estate planning. Most of its work is…
Rawlings McShane Lawyers
Rawlings McShane Lawyers helps people charged with criminal offences, traffic offences and domestic violence matters in Queensland. The…
Michael Dwyer Solicitor
Michael Dwyer Solicitor helps families and businesses on the Gold Coast and across Queensland and New South Wales. The firm acts in family…
Southern Gold Coast Lawyers
Southern Gold Coast Lawyers helps people who have been injured, or who have lost a loved one, in a work accident or a motor vehicle…
MCG Legal
MCG Legal is a small law firm in Southport on the Gold Coast. It helps individuals, families and business owners with family law, property…
Ashkan Tai Lawyers
Ashkan Tai Lawyers helps people who have been charged with a crime, are under investigation, or are going through separation and divorce.…
Morrison Specter
Morrison Specter is a Gold Coast law firm that helps businesses, families and individuals with commercial, family, migration and property…
Collas Moro Ross Barron
Collas Moro Ross Barron helps individuals, families and businesses on the Gold Coast with their legal matters. The firm acts in disputes,…
Pharmacis Canning Lawyers
Pharmacis Canning Lawyers helps individuals, families and business owners with criminal charges, family breakdowns, wills and estates,…
Brooke Winter Solicitors & Advisers
Brooke Winter Solicitors is a reputable law firm with a strong presence on the Gold Coast, providing expert legal services to clients…
Abdelshahied Lawyers
Abdelshahied Lawyers helps people in Queensland with family law, domestic and family violence matters and criminal charges. Many clients…
David Cole Barrister-at-Law
David Cole is a Gold Coast barrister who helps people charged with criminal and traffic offences. He has over 25 years of legal experience…
Fraser Lawyers
Fraser Lawyers is a reputable law firm located on the Gold Coast, specifically in Bundall, Queensland. With a strong focus on client…
Potts Lawyers
Potts Lawyers helps people facing criminal charges, traffic offences and civil disputes in Queensland and Northern New South Wales. The…
Jeff Horsey Solicitor
Jeff Horsey Solicitor helps individuals and families on the Northern Gold Coast with family law, compensation claims, criminal charges,…
Collective Family Law Group
Collective Family Law Group is a specialized family law firm with offices located in the Gold Coast, Cleveland, and Brisbane. The firm…
Michelle Porcheron Lawyers
Michelle Porcheron Lawyers is a reputable law firm located on the Gold Coast, specifically in Bundall, QLD 4217. The firm is committed to…
Dib & Associates
Dib & Associates helps people facing criminal charges, family breakdown, property transactions and disputes. The firm acts for clients from…
Greenaway Law
Greenaway Law helps individuals, families and businesses on the Gold Coast with commercial, property and employment matters. It is a…
TWC Lawyers Qld
TWC Lawyers is a law firm with offices in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, providing a range of legal services to individuals and businesses.…
RMO Law Gold Coast
RMO Law is a trusted and experienced law firm with over 50 years of history in South-East Queensland. With a team of highly skilled and…
Highest rated criminal lawyers in Gold coast, Queensland
- 1.Harmony Lawyers: 5.0 from 176 reviews
- 2.Rawlings McShane Lawyers: 5.0 from 157 reviews
- 3.Michael Dwyer Solicitor: 4.9 from 243 reviews
We weigh review count as well as score, so one perfect review can't top the list. See the top 10
Where they're based
- Southport 44
- Bundall 16
- Surfers Paradise 9
- Robina 4
- Mermaid Beach 3
- Varsity Lakes 3
- Ashmore 1
- Broadbeach 1
Criminal Law FAQs in Gold coast, Queensland
How many criminal lawyers are there in Gold Coast?
We list 89. They're spread across 16 suburbs, with the most in Southport (44) and Bundall (16).
Which criminal lawyers in Gold Coast have the best reviews?
Harmony Lawyers leads our ranking with 5.0 from 176 Google reviews. Rawlings McShane Lawyers and Michael Dwyer Solicitor 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 Gold Coast?
Very well. 68 of the 86 rated firms hold 4.5 stars or better. The average is 4.7.
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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