Do you need urgent criminal law advice in Queensland?
Our experienced Brisbane criminal defence lawyers are available now. No booking required.
Speak now with our criminal lawyers about your case
Our criminal defence lawyers appear in all criminal courts across Queensland. Early advice is critical and can affect the outcome. All discussions are confidential.
By completing this form, you also gain immediate access to our free guide, 16 Things to Do Now if Charged with a Criminal Offence.
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Getting started with our criminal lawyers
Our free criminal law guide, 16 Things to Do Now if Charged with a Criminal Offence outlines the important first steps in any criminal criminal case, including:
gathering key documents such as charge sheets and bail papers
understanding your court date and bail conditions
preserving evidence such as messages, CCTV, and emails
avoiding contact with police, witnesses, or the complainant
identifying potential witnesses and recording any injuries
managing risks around employment, travel, and visa status
Our criminal lawyers will review your enquiry and contact you on the same business day. After our call, we will send you an email outlining the key steps and fee range for your case. Once you confirm, we will commence work the same day.
If your situation is urgent, you should call us immediately on (07) 3012 6531. All discussions are confidential and no booking is required.
Why clients choose us
Experience
Our Brisbane criminal lawyers have defended 1000+ clients for over 10 years. We have combined experience of over 40 years.
Focus
Defending serious offences is all we do, everyday. We know all the ins and outs from appearing daily in the Qld criminal courts.
Strategy
We have developed and apply the Ashworth Lawyers’ Strategic Defence Framework which is our 22 step method to achieve your best outcome.
FAQs
These are common questions clients ask when choosing a specialist Brisbane criminal lawyer for serious criminal charges in Queensland.
Do I need a criminal defence lawyer?
Yes. In Queensland, early advice is important when facing serious charges.
Criminal law is highly technical, and even minor charges can result in imprisonment or a conviction being recorded. As such, specialised criminal defence advice is critical.
What should I do if the police want to speak to me?
If the police want to speak to you, you should seek legal advice before answering any questions.
Anything you say can be used as evidence. Our criminal lawyers will contact police on your behalf and advise whether to participate in, or decline, an interview.
How much are legal fees?
Legal fees in criminal cases vary depending on the charge and evidence.
Fees may be fixed or hourly, and we can give you an estimate at the start of your case. You can view more information about legal fees for criminal cases here.
Early advice will make a difference to the outcome of your case. What you say and do at the beginning, particularly when dealing with police, could later be used as evidence.
In many cases, issues such as recorded phone calls, statements, and preservation of evidence arise very early. Taking the wrong step at this stage can be difficult to undo.
Obtaining urgent legal advice means that our criminal lawyers can set up your case early for the best possible chance of an acquittal or successful negotiations with the prosecutor.