Protecting your rights and achieving just outcomes
David Barrese & Associates is a preeminent criminal defence law firm located in the heart of Melbourne's CBD. Our firm is dedicated to providing exceptional legal representation in all criminal law matters, ranging from minor offences to the most serious of crimes, including Murder. With appearances in all jurisdictions, including the Children's Court, Coroners Court, Magistrates' Court, County Court, Supreme Court, Supreme Court of Appeal, and the High Court of Australia, our team of skilled legal professionals possesses the experience, knowledge, and expertise to deliver the highest standard of legal representation.
At David Barrese & Associates, we pride ourselves on our unwavering commitment to our clients. We understand that criminal proceedings can be daunting, impacting not only an individual's liberty but also their future, family, employment, travel plans, and reputation. As such, our team is dedicated to providing clients with professional, expert, and strategic legal advice tailored to their unique circumstances.
Our firm's energy, vibrancy, and professionalism are complemented by our strong relationships with experienced Counsel at the Victorian Bar and interstate, who work with us to prepare and represent cases in Court. We understand that each client's needs are unique and strive to foster an open and collaborative relationship to ensure the best possible outcome.
Our Services
David Barrese & Associates appearing in all Criminal Proceedings including:
- False Documents
- Historical Sexual Offences
- Forgery
- Fraud
- Drug offences
- Weapons Offences
- Special Mention Hearings
- Child Pornography
- Manslaughter
- Breach of Court Orders
- Dangerous Driving
- Going Equipped to Steal
- Customs Offences
- Arson
- Deception
- Bail Offences
- Bail Applications
- Abduction
Our team of experienced criminal advocates prepares each case meticulously and appears in Court as required while briefing experienced Barristers as necessary to assist in the preparation and presentation of each case. We are committed to keeping clients informed and liaising with them at every stage of the proceedings, ensuring that their rights are protected and a just outcome is achieved, whether they plead guilty or not guilty.
In addition to our court representation, our firm has strong relationships with external agencies that we can utilise on behalf of our clients to ensure that any underlying issues are properly addressed. We pride ourselves on not only defending our clients but also assisting them in obtaining the support they may require.
Our Team
David Barrese, Principal Director of the firm, is an experienced Solicitor Advocate who appears on a daily basis in all Victorian courts from the Children's Court, Coroners Court, Magistrates' Court, County Court, Supreme Court, and Court of Appeal. Our team of experienced Criminal Advocates shares David's commitment to providing professional, expert, and strategic legal advice to ensure that clients receive the highest standard of legal representation and the best result at court.
Our Commitment
At David Barrese & Associates, we understand that the Court process can be lengthy and extremely distressing for our clients and their loved ones. As such, we are committed to providing our clients with the necessary expertise and support to ensure that they are guided and supported throughout their proceedings. Our firm possesses the necessary skills to identify each person's individual needs and works tirelessly to protect our clients' rights and achieve just outcomes.
