5 Best Criminal Lawyers in Hobart
Updated 22 September 2026 · How we rank law firms
Compare the 5 highest-rated criminal lawyers in Hobart, ranked by Google rating across 264 client reviews (average 4.8 stars). Criminal charges in Hobart and southern Tasmania are first heard at the Magistrates Court of Tasmania, 23-25 Liverpool Street, Hobart. A lawyer can appear at the first mention and advise on a plea once the charges and facts are known.
Best criminal lawyers in Hobart
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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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Logan & Partners
4.71score -
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Hall Payne Lawyers Hobart
4.70score -
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D & X Legal
4.67score -
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Blumers Personal Injury Lawyers
4.65score -
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Advocate Lawyers Hobart | Hobart Based Lawyers
4.55score
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 hobart”, checked 22 September 2026. Ordered by a review-weighted rating. How we rank law firms
Standouts among criminal lawyers in Hobart
Highest weighted score
Logan & Partners: 4.9 stars from 53 reviews.
Most reviewed
Hall Payne Lawyers Hobart: 96 Google reviews, rated 4.8.
Where are criminal matters heard in Hobart?
The Hobart Magistrates Court deals with simple offences and many indictable offences that can be heard summarily. Tasmania has no District Court, so crimes committed for trial or sentence are heard by the Supreme Court of Tasmania in Hobart.
What Tasmanian rules apply?
Tasmania's main criminal offences are in the Criminal Code, set out in the Criminal Code Act 1924 (Tas), with lesser offences in the Police Offences Act 1935 (Tas). Bail is governed by the Bail Act 1994 (Tas). Under section 26 of the Justices Act 1959 (Tas), a complaint for a simple offence generally must be made within 6 months.
How much does a criminal lawyer cost in Hobart?
Fees for criminal lawyers in Hobart 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 Hobart
The Legal Aid Commission of Tasmania gives free criminal law advice and duty lawyer help in Hobart. See Free Legal Advice in Australia for more options.
Hobart criminal lawyer FAQs
Is there a District Court in Hobart?
No. Tasmania has no District Court. Indictable crimes not dealt with in the Magistrates Court go to the Supreme Court of Tasmania.
How long do police have to charge a simple offence in Tasmania?
Generally 6 months from when the matter arose, under section 26 of the Justices Act 1959 (Tas), with some exceptions.
Is legal aid available in Hobart?
Yes. The Legal Aid Commission of Tasmania provides duty lawyers at the Hobart Magistrates Court and grants aid for eligible criminal matters.
