Brisbane's
Award Winning
Criminal Defence Lawyers.
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Beyond. Above.
Queensland's
Most Experienced Criminal Defence Lawyers
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Reach out to criminal defence lawyers who understand and have decades of experience in matters just like yours.
You are not alone.
An award-winning criminal defence law firm with 7 accredited specialists and over 150 years of combined legal experience, Fisher Dore is a well-known, respected and trusted Queensland law firm. Our lawyers’ knowledge and expertise prove to be invaluable to have on your side throughout your compensation or criminal law matter.
Fisher Dore’s success in criminal law has seen us quickly grow into a top-tier criminal defence law firm in Brisbane and Queensland. Our criminal lawyers throughout Brisbane, Cairns and Mackay have been recognised as some of Queensland’s best criminal lawyers.
No matter how minor or serious your criminal offence is, Fisher Dore criminal defence lawyers are here and ready to represent you. Our lawyers will fight for and defend your rights no matter what your legal matter entails.
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Specialist accreditation is the absolute knowledge edge you can trust & need.
Very few firms in Queensland hold a similar depth of specialist credentials, whose advanced knowledge, skills and experience in their fields makes this an important development for specialised criminal defence representation in the state.
Seven of our lawyers obtain the Specialist Accreditation in Criminal Law from the Queensland Law Society which is a mark of excellence for solicitors who demonstrate enhanced skills, knowledge, and experience in criminal law.
Nick Dore
Michael O’Brien
Michael Finch
Adam Dwyer
Tom Gardiner
Terry Fisher
Antionette Morton
We are advocates for justice and experts in criminal law
We have built a law firm for the people – people like you.
When things go wrong in life, you need to be able to call on criminal defence lawyers you can trust & dignity… someone who will treat you with respect and tell you the truth.
We are a Queensland criminal defence law firm specialising in unlawful offences. When you work with Fisher Dore, you’ll be meeting lawyers who are real people and are deeply invested in building a rapport with you, communicating openly and improving your situation. And when its time to fight, we’ll step into the ring for you.
We do this job because we believe in what’s right and what’s just. We can make a difference by fighting for your rights and helping you through this difficult time of your life. No matter who you are, and whatever’s happened you are not alone. We will work through your situation together.
We always fight for what matters.
Experience is everything
When your freedom and future are on the line, you need more than just legal representation—you need a proven advocate with a track record of success in criminal law. Our team has decades of expertise and is dedicated to fighting relentlessly for your rights. Eight of our lawyers obtain the Specialist Accreditation in Criminal Law from the Queensland Law Society which is a mark of excellence for solicitors who demonstrate enhanced skills, knowledge, and experience in criminal law. Nick Dore, Michael O’Brien, Tom Gardiner, Antionette Morton, Adam Dwyer, Michael Finch & Terry Fisher, all hold this accreditation along with our other top tier lawyers.We have represented clients across the full spectrum of criminal matters, from minor offences to the most serious indictable charges, and we consistently strive for the best possible outcome in every case. At Fisher Dore, we don’t just defend—we protect, advocate, and fight for the result you deserve.
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Everyone in our team believes passionately in social justice & fairness
This is the driving force behind our team and why people come to work at Fisher Dore. We often pick cases that matter to us like when we find good people in bad situations that we know are simply not right. When we see a wrong we go beyond and above to make it right. We have many clients that have experienced this and you can read reviews from these people here on our website.
Are you looking for a leading Criminal Defence Lawyer?
When life takes a wrong turn, you need criminal defence lawyers you can trust—people who treat you with respect and tell you the truth.
At Fisher Dore, you’ll work with down-to-earth lawyers who listen, communicate clearly, and stand by you every step of the way. When it’s time to fight, we fight for you.
The latest information from our desk.
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What will happen if I refuse police interview, breath/blood test, or don’t consent to search?
It is important to know your rights and any potential penalty should you choose not to cooperate with the police.
How do I choose the right criminal lawyer?
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