If you have been charged, questioned by police or told to attend court, it is normal to have more questions than answers. MC Lawyers & Associates helps people across Melbourne understand the allegation, review their options and prepare for what happens next. Our team has over 15 years of experience and is upfront about cost from day one.
I have been charged with assault
Assault, affray and related charges
I have been served with an intervention order
IVO and AVO matters, applications and breaches
Someone I know is in custody
Bail applications, heard urgently
I have been charged with a drug offence
Possession, trafficking and cultivation
We assist with everyday criminal and Magistrates’ Court matters, including assault, drug offences, intervention order breaches and bail applications. More complex allegations require their own careful assessment. The starting point is always the actual charge and the relevant evidence.
A charge, request for interview and court summons are different stages. We explain your rights and responsibilities, the information to gather and the next procedural step. Early advice can help you avoid decisions made without understanding their consequences.
We examine available police material, identify the issues in dispute and discuss the legally available options. Those options may involve responding to allegations, negotiating where appropriate or preparing for a contested hearing. No outcome can be guaranteed.
Our lawyers assist clients across Melbourne, including the northern and western suburbs. We discuss court appearances and preparation in straightforward language, so you know what to expect rather than guessing.
Keep the charge sheet, summons, bail paperwork and every notice provided by police or the court. Record the next date and comply with current bail or intervention order conditions. If police seek an interview or further statement, obtain advice about your rights and obligations before deciding how to respond.
Do not contact a complainant or witness if an order or condition may prohibit contact. Preserve relevant messages, photographs, video and other records. Avoid editing, deleting or posting about material that could become evidence.
Preparation usually begins with the exact charges and the prosecution material. We compare that material with your instructions, identify factual and legal issues and discuss whether further evidence is needed. The options may include a plea, representations, negotiation or a contested hearing, depending on the case.
If the matter proceeds in court, we explain each appearance and what must be prepared beforehand. Advice covers the potential consequences, the effect of previous history and any information relevant to sentencing. The final decision remains with the court, and past results do not guarantee an outcome.
A plea, police interview or agreement about facts can have lasting consequences. Before making that decision, the client should understand the charge, the available evidence and what the prosecution must establish. We explain the immediate choice and record the instructions clearly so preparation follows the client’s informed decision. Where employment, a licence, travel or another proceeding may be affected, raise that concern early so the need for separate advice can be identified.
Our team provides straightforward advice about the allegation, evidence and court process. We explain what can be done now, what information is still needed and the risks attached to each option. You will receive realistic guidance without jargon, pressure or an outcome promise. The team prepares everyday Magistrates’ Court matters while giving more complex allegations the separate assessment they require.
A first offence can still have important consequences. Legal advice can help you understand the charge, potential penalties and whether any alternative procedure may be relevant.
No. The result depends on the law, evidence, circumstances and the court. We provide a realistic assessment rather than an outcome promise.
The appropriate response depends on your situation. Consider obtaining legal advice before answering questions, and keep any documents or details about the request.
Call (03) 9111 9945 with the charge, bail documents and next court date. If police have requested an interview or the hearing is urgent, say so at the beginning of the call. Office hours are Monday to Friday, 9 am to 7 pm. You may also request a callback online.
Floor 1, 330 Keilor Rd
Niddrie VIC 3042
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Tell us what you have been charged with and we will tell you where you stand. No jargon and no pressure.
