5 Best Criminal Lawyers in Dandenong
Updated 22 September 2026 · How we rank law firms
Compare the 5 highest-rated criminal lawyers in Dandenong, ranked by Google rating across 569 client reviews (average 4.9 stars). Criminal charges from Dandenong and Melbourne's south-east are listed at the Dandenong Magistrates' Court, 35 Pultney Street, Dandenong. A lawyer can appear at the first mention and seek the police brief before a plea is entered.
Best criminal lawyers in Dandenong
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Hugo Law Group Editor's pick
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Doogue + George Editor's pick
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Angus Cameron Partners Editor's pick
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Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers
4.83score -
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Courtesy Legal
4.83score -
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PRD Compensation
4.80score -
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Dandenong Family Lawyers
4.77score -
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Kateb Lawyers
4.77score
Editor's picks are chosen by our editors and labelled; the firms below them are ordered by score. Source: Google Maps business listings for “criminal lawyer dandenong”, checked 22 September 2026. Ordered by a review-weighted rating. How we rank law firms
Standouts among criminal lawyers in Dandenong
Highest weighted score
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers: 4.9 stars from 181 reviews.
Most reviewed
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers: 181 Google reviews, rated 4.9.
Highest rated with 100+ reviews
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers: 4.9 stars from 181 reviews.
Where are criminal matters heard for Dandenong?
Dandenong Magistrates' Court deals with summary offences, driving charges and indictable offences heard summarily. Indictable matters committed for trial are heard by the County Court of Victoria in Melbourne, and the most serious charges go to the Supreme Court of Victoria.
What Victorian rules apply?
Most serious offences in Victoria are in the Crimes Act 1958 (Vic), with many lesser offences in the Summary Offences Act 1966 (Vic). Court procedure is governed by the Criminal Procedure Act 2009 (Vic), which requires a summary offence charge to be filed within 12 months of the alleged offence unless an exception applies. Bail is decided under the Bail Act 1977 (Vic), which applies an unacceptable risk test and stricter tests for certain serious offences.
How much does a criminal lawyer cost in Dandenong?
Fees for criminal lawyers in Dandenong depend on the matter, the lawyer's seniority and the fee model (hourly, fixed fee or conditional). Before any work starts, a law firm must disclose its costs in writing when they are likely to exceed the disclosure threshold. See How Much Does a Lawyer Cost in Australia? for typical ranges and fee models.
Free and low-cost legal help in Dandenong
Victoria Legal Aid has an office at 14 Mason Street, Dandenong. See Free Legal Advice in Australia for more options.
Dandenong criminal lawyer FAQs
Where is Dandenong Magistrates' Court?
Dandenong Magistrates' Court is at 35 Pultney Street, Dandenong. Its postal address is PO Box 392, Dandenong.
Is legal aid available in Dandenong?
Yes. Victoria Legal Aid has an office at 14 Mason Street, Dandenong, and duty lawyers help people at the Magistrates' Court on the day of their hearing.
Can a Melbourne CBD lawyer act at Dandenong?
Yes. Victorian lawyers can appear at any Magistrates' Court, so a CBD lawyer can act at Dandenong, although a lawyer who regularly appears there can attend at short notice.
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