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.

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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).

Youth criminal charges (10–17)Child protection (Family Division)Youth bail applicationsDiversion & cautionsIntervention orders involving childrenChildren's Koori Court

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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