Criminal Lawyers – Strong Advocacy and Clear Guidance

Facing criminal charges is one of the most stressful experiences a person can endure. The outcome of a criminal matter can affect not only your freedom, but also your family, employment, reputation, and future opportunities. Having an experienced, strategic, and supportive lawyer by your side is critical.

At Parke Lawyers, our dedicated criminal law team provides comprehensive advice, strong representation, and clear guidance at every stage of the process. From police interviews to court appearances, we are committed to protecting your rights and achieving the best possible outcome.

Our Criminal Law Expertise

Our lawyers are experienced in all areas of criminal law, including:

Police matters – from interviews and bail applications through to contested hearings
Regulatory crime – offences involving government regulators and statutory authorities
Commonwealth offences – including fraud, drug importation, and cybercrime

We provide a complete criminal law solution, which includes:

Careful evaluation of your case, including legal and evidentiary issues
Realistic advice about risks, defences, and likely outcomes
Strong advocacy and representation in court
Ongoing support throughout the process

Types of Matters We Handle

We represent clients charged with a wide range of offences, from less serious summary matters through to the most serious indictable crimes. These include:

Traffic offences – drink driving, drug driving, dangerous driving
Assault-related offences – assault, assault occasioning bodily harm, domestic violence offences
Property and dishonesty offences – break and enter, theft, robbery, fraud
Serious violent offences – kidnapping, manslaughter, murder
Sexual offences – sexual assault, indecent assault, possession of child exploitation material
Firearms and weapons offences
Drug offences – possession, trafficking, manufacturing, and importation

We also act in related proceedings, including:

Asset confiscation and forfeiture matters
Coroners Court proceedings
Intervention order proceedings

Courts in Which We Appear

Our criminal lawyers regularly appear in:

The Magistrates’ Court of Victoria for summary offences and committal hearings
The County Court and Supreme Court of Victoria for indictable offences and appeals
On occasion, matters before the High Court of Australia

For Whom We Act

While we primarily act for defendants facing criminal charges, our team also provides representation and advice in:

Prosecutions, where appropriate
Referrals and briefs from other law practices
Advising and representing witnesses, victims, and survivors of crime

Why Choose Parke Lawyers?

Experienced advocates who understand both the facts and the law
Strategic, realistic advice tailored to your situation
A commitment to protecting your rights and reputation
Support that goes beyond the courtroom, recognising the broader impacts of criminal proceedings

If you are facing criminal charges or require urgent legal advice, contact Parke Lawyers immediately. Our expert team will stand beside you from the very beginning, protecting your rights and working towards the best possible result.