Gallant Law provides expert criminal law and quasi-criminal law advice and representation in Melbourne, Geelong and all regions and states across Australia. Led by Lauren Cassimatis, a Law Institute of Victoria Accredited Criminal Law Specialist, our team of seven highly experienced criminal lawyers offer clear guidance and robust defence strategies.
Collectively, our team has advised over 20,000 clients across all court levels from the Magistrates' Court through to the Supreme Court and High Court of Australia.
We provide supportive, expert representation to clients, from your first police interaction through to the final outcome. With transparent fixed fees and compassionate support, we fight to protect your rights and future, ensuring you're not alone.
Facing a criminal offence, or professional misconduct or white collar crime allegation can feel overwhelming. You might be worried about your job, your family, your reputation, your mental health, and what happens next. At Gallant Law, we understand that this is more than just a legal issue – it's personal.
Whether you're facing a first-time offence or a serious charge like assault, sexual offences, fraud, homicide, breach of director duties or drug-related matters, we tailor your defence with one goal in mind: protecting your rights and helping you move forward.
"You deserve a legal team that treats you with dignity, cares about your circumstances, listens to your story, and stands firmly in your corner." — Lauren Cassimatis, Principal Lawyer
We’ll Guide You Through It Step by Step
From the moment police make contact through to your first appearance and beyond, we give you:
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Clear advice on your legal rights and what to expect
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A senior criminal lawyer handling your case
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Direct support during interviews, bail applications, and court preparation
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A plan. A process. And someone in your corner the whole way
We act fast. We stay calm. And we keep you informed so you’re not walking into court blind.
- Sexual Offences
- Cyber & Online Offences
- Murder & Homicide, Manslaughter, Infanticide, Child Homicide, Attempted Murder
- Culpable Driving & Dangerous Driving Causing Death or Serious Injury
- Child Abuse
- Drug Offences
- Importing & Exporting drugs, precursors & border-controlled substances
- Assault & Serious Violence Offences
- Robbery, Armed Robbery, Theft, Fraud & Dishonesty Offences
- Burglaries & Trespass
- Armed Offences, Firearms & Weapons
- Kidnap, False Imprisonment & Abduction
- Traffic & Driving Offences
- Criminal Damage to Property
- Terrorism & Treason
- White Collar & Corporate Crime
- Independent Broad-Based Anti-Corruption Commission Investigation & Examination
- Worksafe & Occupational, Health & Safety Prosecutions
- Professional Disciplinary Proceedings
- Building Disputes
- Bail Applications in the Magistrates’, Children’s, County and Supreme Courts
- Criminal Appeals
- Breach of Court Orders
- Sex Offender Registration (SORA)
- Serious Sex Offenders Supervision or Detention Hearings & Breaches (SSODSA)
- Mental Impairment & Unfitness to be tried proceedings
- Youth Crime/Children’s Court criminal proceedings
- Property Confiscation & Restraining Orders
- Local Council prosecutions
- Environment Protection Authority prosecutions & proceedings
- Taxi and Safe Transport Victoria prosecutions
- ASIC prosecutions
- Liquor Licensing prosecutions
- Australian Crime Commission Investigations
- Office of Chief Examiner Investigations
- IBAC (anti corruption) Investigations & Examinations
- Coronial Inquests
- Royal Commissions
We act quickly and with care. For immediate legal advice, contact our flagship office on
03 9126 3070 or email us for a free, confidential consultation.
