Criminal lawyers in Geelong
First, the 3 firms we picked in Geelong, 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
- 3
- 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.
Geelong Lawyers (Barristers & Solicitors)
Geelong- 5 lawyers
- 4 accredited specialists
Geelong Lawyers, Barristers & Solicitors is a specialist criminal law firm located in Geelong representing clients throughout Victoria. They regularly appear in the Geelong, Ballarat, Colac, Bacchus Marsh, Warrnambool and Melbourne courts.
What the firm says it handles
- Traffic & driving
- Intervention orders & family violence
- Assault
- Theft, burglary & robbery
- Drug & trafficking
- Sexual offences
Why we picked it
A Geelong criminal-defence firm whose site names four Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Specialists in Criminal Law, and Doyle's Guide ranks partner Tom Edwards Leading.
- Office
- Level 1, 16 Malop Street, Geelong
- Fees, as the firm lists them
- Fixed fees · Legal aid accepted · Free first consultation
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers is a criminal defence firm operating in Melbourne and regional Victoria from multiple offices. The firm says it has 20 criminal defence lawyers and has been defending clients for over 15 years.
What the firm says it handles
- Drink driving
- Drug offences
- Traffic offences
- Bail applications
- Appeals
- Sexual offences
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- Intervention orders
Why we picked it
A criminal-law firm with a Geelong office that Doyle's Guide lists Ryan Robertson at as Recommended for regional Victoria.
- Office
- 2/13 Fenwick Street, Geelong
- Fees, as the firm lists them
- Free first consultation · Legal aid accepted
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
Loftgood Legal is a criminal law practice based in Geelong. It provides criminal law and intervention order representation and serves clients across Victoria.
What the firm says it handles
- Assault
- Criminal damage
- Family violence
- Firearm prohibition orders
- Motor vehicle offences
- Theft, fraud and dishonesty
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- Traffic offences
- Bail applications
Why we picked it
A small Geelong-based criminal-defence firm run by a former police prosecutor, and Doyle's Guide lists director Alex Loftgood as Recommended for regional Victoria.
Their practice pageDetails checked 1 October 2026
If cost is the problem: free legal help
- Victoria Legal Aid
Free legal information and phone advice; may fund a duty lawyer or a grant of aid for some criminal charges if you meet its eligibility rules.
1300 792 387
- Barwon Community Legal Service
Free legal advice in the Geelong region on criminal offences and police powers.
1300 430 599
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When you need a criminal lawyer
Situations where people commonly speak to a criminal lawyer:
- You have been charged with an offence or told you will be.
- Police have asked you to attend an interview.
- You have a court date for a criminal charge.
Questions about criminal lawyers in Geelong
- How does Zoe pick criminal lawyers in Geelong?
- 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 criminal law cover?
- Criminal charges: being charged with an offence, police interviews, and court dates for criminal matters. This is general information, not legal advice about your situation.
- When do people speak to a criminal lawyer?
- Situations where people commonly speak to a criminal lawyer: You have been charged with an offence or told you will be; Police have asked you to attend an interview; You have a court date for a criminal charge. This is general information about common situations, not advice about yours.
- Are there free options for criminal matters in Geelong?
- Yes. If cost is the problem, this page lists Victoria Legal Aid and Barwon Community Legal Service under free options.
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