If you have been charged, interviewed or bailed to appear, what you do in the first week matters more than anything that follows. We act for people from Footscray and across Melbourne's west, and we appear at the Melbourne Magistrates' Court.
Most matters from Footscray start at the Magistrates' Court, where the difference between a conviction and a non-conviction is usually made on preparation rather than argument — character material, the plea, and how the facts are put. Serious indictable matters move to the County Court, and we run those too. You will be told plainly what you are facing before you decide anything.
People in Footscray often come to us after police involvement—whether it's a matter that's progressed to court or something still in the early stages. The circumstances vary widely: some involve traffic-related charges, others are neighbourhood disputes or workplace incidents that have drawn police attention. What matters first is gathering what you have: any police documents, messages, witness details, or notes about what happened. Many people aren't sure whether they need a lawyer at this stage, or what options exist. We can walk through what's in front of you and help you understand what comes next without pressure or jargon.
Tell us what you have been charged with. We'll explain the likely range of outcomes for a matter like yours, and what can still be changed.
Leave your name and number — we call you straight back, usually within 2 minutes (8am–8pm), to understand your situation and book you in with the right lawyer. No cost, no obligation. Outside those hours we'll text you and call first thing.
We meet clients online right across Victoria — or in person at 911 High Street, Reservoir VIC 3073.
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