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The 10 Best
Criminal Lawyer In Adelaide
We Have Listed The Top 10 Criminal Lawyer In Adelaide To Help You Choose The Best Professional Criminal Lawyer For Your Needs.

Joseph Ramsay Sanders Lawyers
Joseph Ramsay Sanders Lawyers has been providing personalised Criminal and Traffic law services for many years in South Australia. We understand it can be daunting dealing with charges related to Criminal or Traffic law. With over 20 years legal experience Joseph Ramsay Sanders offers a boutique and tailored approach to each client’s Criminal or Traffic law problem, no matter how serious or minor. Joseph Ramsay Sanders has experience in all areas of Criminal and Traffic law and can guide you through the process including negotiating with prosecution, making submission on a guilty plea or defending a matter at trial. The firm principal Joseph Sanders can provide your representation in the Magistrates Court, District Court, Supreme Court, and High Court of Australia.
Why Us?
Joseph Ramsay Sanders Lawyers provide a wide range of boutique Criminal and Traffic law services including private retainer arrangements and legally aided assistance. We place an emphasis on negotiation of outcomes or robust representation at trial. We offer fixed-fee arrangements for work performed on certain matters to give you additional peace of mind that your representation costs are fully covered.
Are you searching online for lawyers near you to help with your Criminal or Traffic law problems? Look no further we can provide your experienced legal assistance when you need it most in Adelaide, or our regional offices located at Murray Bridge and Victor Harbor. Telephone or Email and your enquiry will be responded to in a timely manner. With Joseph Ramsay Sanders you will get personalised service and timely results. We are here for you.
We gladly accept Legal Services Commission (Legal Aid) Assignments, and can even assist with the completion and submission of your Legal Aid Form.
Contact – Joseph Ramsay Sanders Lawyers

Matthews Lawyers
Matthews Lawyers provide a quality bespoke service to achieve effective legal solution, employing skill, technical knowledge to achieve outstanding results for private paying clients. We have extensive criminal law experience in representing Clients with major indictable offences before all courts and tribunals in Adelaide and country South Australia.
We provide expert counsel for criminal/traffic law matters and have successful outcomes in:
- Drug;
- Assault;
- Unlawful killings; and
- Sexual allegations.
Whilst many law firms speak legalese, we speak your language. Our Lawyers are down to earth, there are no airs and graces, they are friendly and approachable. As many Clients have reviewed, Matthews Lawyers do not “BS”. There is no gouging for fees. Clients are not personal ATMs. Your interests are the most important consideration. Matthews Lawyers will not make an appointment to see you only to refer you to someone else. That is a waste of your time and money. Our Clients have appreciated this approach.
Matthews Lawyers know that legal proceedings are stressful. We will guide and support you through the legal process. You will be kept fully informed of the status of your matter. The Client is part of the team. Your instructions and our expertise to achieve excellent quality results.
Our Fees are transparent and very reasonable. Previous Clients confirm this. With respect, no law firm is going to have a website that says they are not good at what they do. We let our Clients speak for our work. We care and we will do our best with you at the centre of everything.
YES, WE ARE DIFFERENT. THAT IS BECAUSE WE CARE AND WE WON’T RIP YOU OFF.
We are confident we can assist you.
Contact – Matthews Lawyers

Phillips Green & Associates
We take pride in handling both complicated and routine legal matters in a timely and efficient manner.
Our fully-qualified lawyers are experienced in communicating complex legal issues to you in plain language and providing advice and direction when negotiating the legal system.
We value long-lasting relationships with our clients many of whom return to us as the need arises and refer us to their friends, colleagues and family members.
Although we are a private firm, we are very proud to also take on Legal Aid matters.
We will take a detailed history of your circumstances to determine if you are eligible for Legal Aid (only if your matter relates to criminal charges or parenting disputes).
We guarantee:
- a results driven approach;
- cost-effective solutions;
- service of the highest quality;
- client focused; and
- to discuss costs upfront;
We will do this all in a compassionate and friendly environment. For eligible clients, we will also assist Legal Aid matters.
Contact – Phillips Green & Associates
Georgiadis Lawyers
Georgiadis Lawyers is a law firm specializing in a range of corporate and personal practice areas. We practice in Commercial and Business law, Property law, Families & Separation, Wills & Estate Planning, Criminal law & Injured Persons law. We have offices located in the Adelaide CBD, Salisbury, Christies Beach and Mount Barker.
We at Georgiadis Lawyers never lose sight of the fact that you, the client, must be at the centre of everything we do. We understand that each and every one of our clients will have a different view of success. Our vision is to ensure that through proper communication and understanding, we will achieve success for every client.
We are an exceptional provider of legal advice and services, using our combined experience, determination and integrity to cut through the complexities of the legal process. Whilst working with you, we will do everything in our power to reduce your stress and deliver value and results.
We consider practical solutions and always work with you to minimise conflict in order to maintain healthy relationships between you, your ex-partner and your children.
We are here for you, to provide you with a safety net to ensure that you have the competent and practical advice to claim your right to compensation.
We pride ourselves in finding innovative and pragmatic solutions to your commercial issues. Our Commercial Lawyers will proactively work with you to ensure your business continues to run smoothly.
Contact – Georgiadis Lawyers

Stevens Law
Clear communication with our clients is important to us, and we assist with the interpretation and understanding of complex legal matters. Your first meeting with Stevens Law in Adelaide is at no charge; it’s free to contact us to discuss what your options might be and how we may be able to help you.
We provide common sense legal solutions and representation to the South Australian community. We pride ourselves on meeting out clients’ expectations on time and on budget. In most cases we are able to offer a fixed fee arrangement for work to be performed.
We are committed to providing you with exceptional service and representation.
Family Law matters relate to married, de facto and same-sex couples. Our practical and caring lawyers in Adelaide are experienced and prepared, and can be a much-needed advisor during an emotionally difficult time.
Our experienced Adelaide based lawyers represent clients on common charges, including traffic offences, through to more complex criminal legal matters. Investigations and criminal charges made in relation to assault, drug possession or sale, trespass, or breaches of bail require legal representation to ensure the best outcome. We build a strong case for the legal defence, representing our clients during police interviews and in court.
Contact – Stevens Law

Williams Barristers and Solicitors
The Williams Barristers and Solicitors firm established in 2015 with the opportunity to bring together lawyers with in depth legal expertise gained through local and international experience in prosecution and defence. Our Adelaide lawyers offer experienced counsel ready to represent you in all court and tribunals in South Australia. Additionally we are able to add to this pool of expertise through an expert panel of Specialist Barristers.
The Williams team will provide the best possible legal representation through:
- A high degree of legal knowledge and experience relevant to our areas of expertise.
- Logical and critical thinking to deliver sound advice.
- Ability to present a legal argument that is logical and persuasive.
We understand the power of collaboration within the office and with our colleagues. This assists us in keeping abreast of new information and strategies to improve our representation.
We are calm in what can often be a chaotic time for our clients. We know that when life is at its most difficult it is important to have someone who can keep a clear perspective and provide the right advice.
We are a modern office and have used technology to our best advantage so that our costs are for our legal services and not administrative matters.
With this knowledge and experience we are recognised in the group of top defence lawyers in Adelaide and are able to chart the best course for your defence.
Our lawyers will offer you clear advice, with support and understanding which will make these difficult times a whole lot easier. They are experienced counsel who can represent you in all Court and Tribunals or can arrange representation from our panel of specialist Barristers.
Contact – Williams Barristers and Solicitors

Vadasz Lawyers Barristers & Solicitors
Vadasz Lawyers are a respected and established firm with a sound history of successful results in all types of criminal law matters.
The firm has been in practice since 1988. It specialises in criminal law undertaking both solicitor and barrister work.
With nearly 40 years criminal law experience appearing in all South Australian courts, intestate courts and the Australian High Court, we have built a longstanding reputation that our firm can assist you in obtaining a favourable outcome.
At our firm there is no matter that is too small or too big, as the legal system can be daunting and hiring a lawyer that appreciates this difficulty is important.
An advantage of a boutique firm is that we manage all issues as effectively as possible, providing excellent communication between client and lawyer, as any day of the week or time of day your phone call will be answered.
A benefit to our clients is that our solicitors collaborate on most matters. This offers the advantage of providing the best expertise and knowledge, as more brains the better.
As we believe that all matters are serious and require expert dedication by our team, it is important that you choose a law firm with a longstanding reputation of being one of South Australia’s leading criminal law firms.
Contact – Vadasz Lawyers Barristers & Solicitors

DicksonWright Lawyers
At DicksonWright Lawyers we strive to provide each of our clients with the same high standard of service, regardless of whether it relates to a minor or major matter. We tailor our advice to suit our clients’ circumstances and to achieve the desired outcome.
DicksonWright Lawyers is a dynamic law firm conveniently located in Goodwood and closely located to all the major Courts and barrister’s chambers.
At DicksonWright Lawyers the client always comes first. We recognise that to survive every business must be client focused, market driven and flexible in its ability to deliver superior value to clients whose needs and expectations continually change. DicksonWright Lawyers has a commitment to flexibility, attentiveness and responsiveness.
DicksonWright Lawyers provides legal services in criminal law, family law, medical negligence, personal injury, traffic law, wills & estates and victims of crime compensation.
We have over twenty five years combined experience in providing technically proficient and astute legal advice to both national and international clients in all jurisdictions of Australia.
We recognise the importance of providing customer service and consistently deliver service of a high standard, ensuring our clients receive the best possible representation.
Ultimately we provide solutions for our clients through the provision of practical and strategic legal services.
Our vision is to be recognised as an inspiring law firm leading the way in the legal profession.
Contact – DicksonWright Lawyers

Scammell & Co.
For over 130 years Scammell & Co. have been providing South Australians with legal services of the highest quality. The firm’s longevity can be attributed to its reputation, built on trust and integrity. Our clients include individuals, as well as small, medium and large businesses across a diverse range of industry sectors – all of whom benefit from our experience and expertise across a wide range of legal specialties. With offices located in Adelaide, Port Adelaide, Walkerville, Gawler, and by appointment in Tanunda and Renmark, there is a Scammell & Co. Barrister, Solicitor or Conveyancer nearby, ready to assist you with your legal matter.
Scammell & Co. aims to provide our clients with the best possible legal service. This includes keeping you fully informed about your matter.
This policy sets out information about dealing with our firm and what you can expect from us. Please feel free to discuss your expectations, at any time during the handling of your matter.
Your matter will be managed by a Partner, solicitor or suitably experienced para-legal from Scammell & Co.
Our Partners have the overall responsibility for all matters.
Scammell & Co. have an experienced team of professionals offering a wide range of legal services to the South Australian community.
Contact – Scammell & Co.
Dixon Gallasch Pty Ltd Barristers & Solicitors
At Dixon Gallasch Pty Ltd, we have a reputation for providing high quality, efficient and affordable legal services. Our team has many years of experience, extensive knowledge and a commitment to keeping up-to-date with changing law.
We can help you navigate the legal system, ensuring we explain legal matters in a way that works for you. Backed with personal, quality service, the most important thing we do is work hard to achieve the best possible results for you.
Our company values
From our solicitors to our paralegals and administration staff, we have built an experienced team of professionals that you can rely on for any legal matter. It is as important to us as it is to you that we provide clarity in our advice and transparency throughout our internal processes. We dedicate a great deal of time to understanding your case at a personal level, thoroughly evaluating your specific requirements before proposing a solution.
Our team
Every single member of our team has a commitment to providing a professional and knowledgeable service to all of our clients. You can trust we have the expertise and experience to work with whatever legal requirements you may have. Your team of solicitors.
Our services
We provide advice and representation in a wide variety of legal areas at an affordable price, but also note that Legal Aid is available in some areas of practice so be sure to ask if it is available to you. From workers compensation claims to personal injury claims, family law to business law and estate law, we have the expertise to deal with all matters to achieve an effective result. Visit us to discuss your legal issues at Dixon Gallasch Pty Ltd.
Contact – Dixon Gallasch Pty Ltd Barristers & Solicitors
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