5 Best Traffic & Drink Driving Lawyers in Melbourne
Updated 22 September 2026 · How we rank law firms
Compare the 5 highest-rated traffic & drink driving lawyers in Melbourne, ranked by Google rating across 1,843 client reviews (average 5.0 stars). Drink driving and traffic charges from central Melbourne are heard at the Melbourne Magistrates' Court, 233 William Street. Every driver who loses their licence for drink driving in Victoria must drive with an alcohol interlock for at least 6 months once relicensed.
Best traffic & drink driving lawyers in Melbourne
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Hugo Law Group Editor's pick
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Doogue + George Editor's pick
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Markotich Lawyers
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Josh Smith Legal
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Hofman Carroll Criminal Law
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Unite Legal
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Balot Reilly Criminal Lawyers
4.88score
Editor's picks are chosen by our editors and labelled; the firms below them are ordered by score. Source: Google Maps business listings for “traffic lawyer melbourne”, checked 22 September 2026. Ordered by a review-weighted rating. How we rank law firms
Standouts among traffic & drink driving lawyers in Melbourne
Highest weighted score
Markotich Lawyers: 5.0 stars from 284 reviews.
Most reviewed
Balot Reilly Criminal Lawyers: 960 Google reviews, rated 4.9.
Highest rated with 100+ reviews
Markotich Lawyers: 5.0 stars from 284 reviews.
Where are traffic matters heard for Melbourne?
Traffic offences, drink and drug driving charges and applications for licence eligibility orders are heard in the Magistrates' Court of Victoria. Charges arising in the CBD are generally listed at the Melbourne Magistrates' Court, 233 William Street, and charges from other suburbs go to the nearest Magistrates' Court venue. Serious driving offences causing death or serious injury are dealt with in the County Court.
What Victorian rules apply?
Drink driving, licence cancellation and interlock conditions are governed by the Road Safety Act 1986 (Vic), and licences are administered by VicRoads within the Department of Transport and Planning. A driver who loses their licence for drink driving must use an alcohol interlock for at least 6 months, and is subject to a zero blood alcohol condition for at least 3 years after relicensing. Some drivers also need a licence eligibility order from the Magistrates' Court before they can reapply.
How much does a traffic lawyer cost in Melbourne?
Fees for traffic & drink driving lawyers in Melbourne 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 Melbourne
Victoria Legal Aid provides free information on drink driving and duty lawyers at the Melbourne Magistrates' Court. See Free Legal Advice in Australia for more options.
Melbourne traffic FAQs
Will I need an interlock after drink driving in Melbourne?
Yes, if you lose your licence. Victorian drivers who lose their licence for drink driving must have an alcohol interlock fitted for at least 6 months after they are relicensed.
What is a licence eligibility order in Victoria?
A licence eligibility order is an order from the Magistrates' Court that some disqualified drivers need before VicRoads will issue a new licence. The requirement depends on the offence and the driver's history.
How long is the zero alcohol condition after a Victorian drink driving offence?
A driver relicensed after a drink or drug driving offence in Victoria must keep a zero blood alcohol concentration for at least 3 years. The condition appears as a 'Z' on the licence.
