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
SANS Law
SANS Law is a non-traditional law firm that offers a unique approach to legal services. With offices located in Sydney, New South Wales,…
Bruce Legal
Bruce Legal helps individuals and businesses on the Gold Coast, in south-east Queensland and in northern New South Wales. The firm acts in…
Stacks Law Firm, Bundall
Stacks Law Firm is a national law firm with a location in Bundall, on Queensland's Gold Coast. The firm is locally owned by Phil Griffin,…
Neilson Law
Neilson Law is a reputable law firm with offices in Brisbane and the Gold Coast, specializing in family law services. With over 10 years of…
Drink Driver Lawyer - Gold Coast
Drink Driver Lawyer - Gold Coast is a law firm specializing in traffic offenses, including drink driving, drug driving, and unlicensed…
Donnelly Law Group
Donnelly Law Group helps people charged with criminal, traffic and domestic violence offences across Queensland. It has acted for more than…
Attwood Marshall Lawyers
Attwood Marshall Lawyers helps individuals, families and businesses with legal problems, from wills and estates to family breakups, injury…
Robbins Watson Solicitors
Robbins Watson Solicitors is a premier Gold Coast law firm with over 60 years of experience in providing expert legal services to…
Paradise Law
Paradise Law is a boutique law firm with offices in Gold Coast and Brisbane, Queensland. The firm is committed to providing high-quality,…
TLC - The Law Co
TLC The Law Co is a modern and innovative law firm located in Bundall, Gold Coast, Queensland. The firm prides itself on providing clear,…
OMB Solicitors
OMB Solicitors is a reputable law firm based on the Gold Coast, providing expert advice on a wide range of legal matters. With a team of…
McAdam Family Law
McAdam Family Law is a specialized family law practice providing strategic, cost-conscious, and child-focused solutions to clients in…
Nyst Legal Gold Coast
Nyst Legal is a reputable law firm with offices located in Southport on the Gold Coast and Brisbane, providing expert legal services to…
Kingsford Lawyers
Kingsford Lawyers helps individuals and businesses with disputes, family breakdowns, property, wills, employment, immigration and debt…
Bennett Carroll Solicitors
Bennett Carroll Solicitors helps individuals, families and businesses across Queensland with wills and estates, property, family, business…
Chan Lawyers
Chan Lawyers helps individuals and businesses on the Gold Coast with commercial, property, family and estate matters. The firm says it is…
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…
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…
Davoren Associates
Davoren Associates helps individuals, families and businesses on the Gold Coast and in Northern NSW with wills and estates, property and…
Vered Turner Lawyers
Vered Turner Lawyers is a reputable law firm specializing in criminal law, with a strong presence in Queensland, Australia. The firm has…
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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