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Hopetoun Lawyers | Expert Solicitors

If you have a court case coming up in Hopetoun soon, or just need some good legal advice about your circumstances, call one of our lawyers now for a no-obligation, confidential chat.

We have affordable specialists for all types of legal cases in Hopetoun and surrounding areas, including:

Hopetoun Magistrates Court

Advice Before Court

We recommend booking a 1 hour conference with your Hopetoun lawyer before going to court. You will get expert advice on what you should do, the likely outcome and any preparation you need to do beforehand. You will also get a fixed quote on the cost for you to be represented in Hopetoun Magistrates Court on the day.

Court Lawyers

If you prefer, you can meet your lawyer at Hopetoun Magistrates Court without the need for a conference beforehand. Some examples of when this will suit you are adjournments, simple pleas or when your case is listed for directions from the court (not a final hearing). And if you are not on bail, you may not even need to attend.

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Getting Arrested (Vic)
Getting Arrested (Vic)
In Victoria, people can be arrested in a multitude of ways by various individuals. Arrests can be made by police with a warrant authorising them to make the arrest. In some circumstances, arrests can also be made by police without a warrant. Arrests in Victoria can also be carried out by a member of the…
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The Defence of Automatism (NSW)
The Defence of Automatism (NSW)
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Abolishment of De Novo Appeals (Vic)
Abolishment of De Novo Appeals (Vic)
New legislation has been passed in Victoria which will have the effect of abolishing de novo appeals. The Justice Legislation Amendment (Criminal Appeals) Act 2019 comes into effect on 1 July 2020. It will introduce changes including allowing the Court of Appeal to refer matters to the Supreme Court or County Court for certain determinations during an…
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Executors Duties and Obligations (Vic)
Executors Duties and Obligations (Vic)
An executor is the person appointed in a Will to manage the estate of the Testator and to carry out their wishes in accordance with the will. In the event that the testator (person making the will) appointed more than one executor, and all appointed executors are willing and able to act, those executors will…
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