Criminal defence · Victoria · 24/7

Charged with an offence? You have the right to a defence.

Charged doesn't mean guilty · Confidential · Without judgement

Being charged is frightening — but you are presumed innocent, and you have the right to a strong defence. Waters & Co Lawyers defends you with discretion and rigour, day or night. Talk to us before you talk to police.

What we defend

Confidential defence, every kind of charge

Whatever you've been charged with, we defend you without judgement — across all Victorian courts. For traffic, drink-driving and licence matters, see our criminal law page.

Asked to attend a police interview? Do not go alone and do not answer questions until you've spoken to us. What you say can't be un-said — call us first, 24/7. It's confidential.

Charged? Every hour matters.

Confidential, non-judgemental advice — 24/7. The sooner we're involved, the more we can do to protect you.