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Victoria courts · Court representation

Appearing at the Children's Court of Victoria?

The Children's Court deals with criminal charges against young people and with child-protection matters. Young people need careful, experienced representation.

What's heard here

The Children's Court

The Children's Court of Victoria has a Criminal Division (charges against 10–17 year-olds) and a Family Division (child protection and intervention orders involving children).

How we help

Strong, steady representation

Advice for young people & familiesWe explain everything in plain terms to the young person and their family, and protect their future.
Appearances & pleasWe appear for the young person — mentions, pleas and negotiating with police for the best outcome.
Youth bail & diversionBail applications and pushing for cautions, diversion and youth justice conferences to keep records clean where possible.
Child protection / care mattersRepresentation in child-protection and care & protection proceedings, handled with sensitivity.

Facing a matter at the Children's Court?

Talk to us before your date. We'll tell you where you stand and appear with you — clearly and firmly.

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Leave your name and number — we call you straight back, usually within 2 minutes (8am–8pm), to understand your situation and book you in with the right lawyer. No cost, no obligation. Outside those hours we'll text you and call first thing.

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Our Reservoir office

We meet clients online right across Victoria — or in person at Suite 3, 911 High Street, Reservoir VIC 3073.

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