Partnering With Law Firms on Criminal and IVO Agency Work
At Emma Turnbull Lawyers, we understand that not every firm practises in criminal law, but every firm wants their clients to be in safe hands when criminal issues arise. That’s why civil, commercial, family, and wills & estates lawyers across Victoria trust our firm to handle criminal law agency work in Melbourne.
As Accredited Criminal Law Specialists, we regularly act as agency lawyers for firms needing urgent advice or representation in criminal charges or Intervention Order proceedings. We provide seamless, discreet courtroom advocacy that protects both your client’s interests and your firm’s reputation.
What Is Criminal Law Agency Work?
Agency work is when a law firm refers part of a client’s matter to a criminal law specialist for appearances or advice, while retaining the overall client relationship.
This is common when:
A family law client is served with an Intervention Order
A commercial client is charged with fraud, regulatory breaches, or dishonesty offences
A civil client requires urgent bail representation or faces a criminal charge
In each case, our team steps in as specialist criminal lawyers in Melbourne, handling the criminal component while you maintain full control of your client relationship.
Why Law Firms Choose Emma Turnbull Lawyers
Professional firms brief us for criminal agency work because we:
Provide urgent court representation across Melbourne and Victoria
Communicate clearly with the referring lawyer at every stage
Deliver practical, strategic advice for your client’s position
Honour your client relationship with no overreach, no poaching and no conflict
Are recognised as Accredited Criminal Law Specialists, Leading Criminal Lawyers in Doyles Guide and are a multiple national award winning and finalist firm
We act as your criminal law partner, not your competitor. Our team is trusted for integrity, responsiveness, and high-quality advocacy.
Our Expertise in Agency Appearances
Led by Directors Emma Turnbull and Adrian Lewin, and Partner Manny Brennan, all Accredited Criminal Law Specialists, our firm is regarded as one of the leading teams of criminal lawyers in Melbourne.
We appear daily in:
Magistrates’ Court
County Court
Supreme Court
Intervention Order proceedings
From urgent bail applications to complex indictable charges, our agency lawyers bring specialist knowledge and courtroom experience that ensures your client receives expert representation.
Protecting Your Client and Your Firm
When you refer a matter to Emma Turnbull Lawyers:
Your client is represented by some of Melbourne’s most experienced criminal defence lawyers
Your firm is protected by our professional integrity and discretion
You gain peace of mind knowing your referral reflects positively on your practice
We know that in B2B referrals, both your client’s outcome and your firm’s reputation are on the line. That’s why we approach every agency referral with the same care, urgency, and commitment as if it were our own.
Work With Melbourne’s Trusted Criminal Agency Lawyers
If you are a lawyer seeking a reliable partner for criminal law agency work in Melbourne, or need urgent representation for a client facing criminal charges or an Intervention Order, our team is ready to assist.
Contact our office today to discuss a tailored agency arrangement with our team of specialist criminal lawyers in Melbourne.
