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 Heidelberg and across Melbourne's north-east, and we appear at the Heidelberg Magistrates' Court.
Most matters from Heidelberg 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 Heidelberg who face criminal charges often come to us after police involvement or a summons has arrived. The situations vary widely—from traffic-related matters to more serious allegations—but they usually share one thing: uncertainty about what happens next and what it means. A first step is to gather all paperwork you have: the summons, any police statements, correspondence, or records of what was said or done. Write down a clear timeline of events as you remember them. Understanding the specific charges and where the matter will be heard helps us work out your options and what preparation makes sense for your circumstances.
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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