Traffic and fines lawyers in Brisbane
First, the 5 firms we picked in Brisbane, with the reason for each. Then every other firm in the area, so you can compare. Whether a firm suits your situation is something to check with the firm directly.
- Firms we picked
- 5
- Picks last checked
- 1 October 2026
How we pick
Every firm in our picks meets all four. Picks are not for sale.
- An office in the cityThe firm has an office in the city.
- A page for this area of lawIt has a dedicated page for this area of law on its own website.
- An active ABNIt has an active ABN, which we check on ABN Lookup (abr.business.gov.au).
- A merit signal we can citeIt has at least one merit signal we can point to: a Doyle's Guide listing for this area and state, a law society accredited specialist in this area, a Google rating of 4.5 or above from 50 or more reviews, or a notable reported case or recognised award.
What “our picks” means
These are our picks, which means our opinion, not a ranking and not a guarantee. We explain the reason for each pick and link to the evidence we used. Picks are not for sale. If a firm ever pays to be listed, it appears in a separate slot labelled Sponsored and is never counted among our picks.
Our picks
This is our opinion: firms that meet every criterion above. It is not a ranking, and the Google rating beside a firm is Google’s, not part of why we picked it.
Fisher Dore is a Queensland criminal defence law firm representing people across Queensland in serious and complex criminal matters. The firm has operated since 1977 and its team is available 24/7.
What the firm says it handles
- Sex offences
- Drug offences
- Traffic and drink driving
- Domestic violence
- Assault and violence
- Criminal appeals
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- Parole
- Fraud and business crime
Why we picked it
A Brisbane criminal firm with a dedicated traffic and drink-driving page, where Nick Dore and Adam Dwyer are both ranked Leading by Doyle's Guide for Queensland traffic and DUI work.
- Office
- Level 8, 420 George Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
- Fees, as the firm lists them
- Fixed fees
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
Bell Criminal Lawyers
Brisbane CBD- Since 2022
- 4 lawyers
- 3 accredited specialists
Bell Criminal Lawyers is a Brisbane-based firm specialising in criminal law. It was established in 2022. The firm has three Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law.
What the firm says it handles
- Drug offences
- Traffic offences
- Domestic violence
- Police investigations and interviews
- Youth crime
- Bail applications
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- Parole matters
- Appeals
Why we picked it
A small Brisbane criminal-only practice with a dedicated traffic offences page, where Kristy Bell is ranked Leading by Doyle's Guide for Queensland traffic and DUI work.
- Office
- Level 9, 193 North Quay, Brisbane QLD 4000
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
Cridland & Hua Lawyers is a Brisbane-based law firm specialising exclusively in criminal and quasi-criminal law. It has offices in Brisbane CBD and Inala and provides 24 hours a day, 365 days a year availability and free consultations.
What the firm says it handles
- Drink/drug driving
- Careless and unlicensed driving
- Traffic offences
- Drug offences
- Assault charges
- Sexual assault
Why we picked it
A Brisbane criminal and traffic firm with a dedicated drink and drug driving page, where Michael Cridland is ranked Leading by Doyle's Guide for Queensland traffic and DUI work.
- Office
- Podium 1, Santos Place, 32 Turbot Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
- Fees, as the firm lists them
- Free first consultation · Legal aid accepted
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
Wiseman Lawyers
East Brisbane- Since 2010
Wiseman Lawyers provides criminal, drink driving and traffic law services from East Brisbane and across Queensland. The firm began operations in 2010 and represents clients at courts throughout Queensland.
What the firm says it handles
- Drink driving
- Demerit point suspension
- High speed suspension
- Careless driving
- Dangerous driving
- Unlicensed driving
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- Work licence
- Special hardship licence
Why we picked it
A Brisbane criminal and traffic firm with a dedicated traffic law section, where Andrew Wiseman is ranked Leading by Doyle's Guide for Queensland traffic and DUI work.
- Office
- 1021 Stanley Street East, East Brisbane QLD 4169
- Fees, as the firm lists them
- Free first consultation · Fixed fees
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
Potts Lawyers is a criminal and litigation firm providing representation throughout Queensland and Northern New South Wales. The firm describes itself as Queensland's largest private criminal law firm and says the practice has operated since 1928.
What the firm says it handles
- Drink driving
- Drug driving
- Dangerous driving
- Disputing a traffic fine
- Drug offences
- Sex offences
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- Violence offences
- Domestic violence
Why we picked it
A Brisbane and Gold Coast criminal firm with a dedicated traffic lawyers page, where Bill Potts is ranked Leading by Doyle's Guide for Queensland traffic and DUI work.
- Office
- Santos Place, Level 6, 32 Turbot Street, Brisbane QLD 4000
- Fees, as the firm lists them
- Free first consultation · Fixed fees
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
If cost is the problem: free legal help
- Legal Aid Queensland
Free legal information line covering traffic offences and fines.
1300 65 11 88
- Caxton Legal Centre
Free legal advice for Queenslanders who cannot afford a lawyer, including minor criminal and traffic matters.
1800 229 866
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When you need a traffic and fines lawyer
Situations where people commonly speak to a traffic and fines lawyer:
- You are facing a licence suspension or disqualification.
- You have been charged with a serious traffic offence and have a court date.
- You want to contest a fine and are unsure how that works.
Questions about traffic and fines lawyers in Brisbane
- How does Zoe pick traffic and fines lawyers in Brisbane?
- Every firm in our picks meets all of these. The firm has an office in the city. It has a dedicated page for this area of law on its own website. It has an active ABN, which we check on ABN Lookup (abr.business.gov.au). It has at least one merit signal we can point to: a Doyle's Guide listing for this area and state, a law society accredited specialist in this area, a Google rating of 4.5 or above from 50 or more reviews, or a notable reported case or recognised award. These are our picks, which means our opinion, not a ranking and not a guarantee. We explain the reason for each pick and link to the evidence we used.
- Are these lawyers paid to be listed?
- No. Picks are not for sale. If a firm ever pays to be listed, it appears in a separate slot labelled Sponsored and is never counted among our picks.
- What does traffic and fines law cover?
- Traffic matters: licence suspensions and disqualifications, serious traffic charges, and contesting fines. This is general information, not legal advice about your situation.
- When do people speak to a traffic and fines lawyer?
- Situations where people commonly speak to a traffic and fines lawyer: You are facing a licence suspension or disqualification; You have been charged with a serious traffic offence and have a court date; You want to contest a fine and are unsure how that works. This is general information about common situations, not advice about yours.
- Are there free options for traffic and fines matters in Brisbane?
- Yes. If cost is the problem, this page lists Legal Aid Queensland and Caxton Legal Centre under free options.
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