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McMahon Criminal Defence Lawyers

McMahon Criminal Defence Lawyers

5.0(51 reviews)See reviews ↓·Ballarat

About the company

McMahon Criminal Defence Lawyers is a criminal law firm based in Ballarat. The firm's principal lawyer is Luke McMahon, who holds a Bachelor of Social Science (Youth work) and a Juris Doctor (Law) Degree from the University of Melbourne. The firm serves Ballarat, Melbourne and surrounds. It regularly appears at the Ballarat, Bacchus Marsh, Bendigo, Castlemaine, Horsham, Stawell and Sunshine Magistrates' Courts, and represents clients at the Colac, Kyneton and St Arnaud Magistrates' Courts.

The firm provides criminal defence representation for assault, theft, drug offences, driving offences, and family violence intervention order proceedings. It offers a free 30-minute consultation and fixed lump sum fees. The firm acts as agents for those requiring professional representation in regional Courts.

What customers say

Based on genuine customer reviews

Ballarat residents who have needed a criminal defence lawyer describe Luke McMahon as direct and candid, explaining where a client stands, the available options and the likely costs before any work commences. Court advocacy is repeatedly praised as confident and thoroughly prepared, and reported outcomes include charges dismissed within a morning and a diversion secured on a criminal charge. Reviewers mention that the process was made simple and affordable, which mattered to those under financial strain. Honesty comes up often, including one caller told outright that a lawyer was not required.

Communication continues well after a court appearance, with questions raised between meetings answered promptly and follow-ups made once the hearing itself had finished. The approachable manner, clear explanations and patience shown to an older client are noted by several people, alongside steady reassurance throughout. Legal aid colleagues recommended the practice, and the recurring theme across accounts is representation on criminal matters that is genuine, knowledgeable and determined, with fees explained upfront and receipts provided through a trust account.

Reviews

Reviews are taken from publicly available sources.

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Paris Little7 July 2026

I engaged Luke during one of the most stressful periods of my life, and he was exactly what you want in your corner. Straight shooter, no sugar-coating, no legal jargon runaround. He explained where I stood, what my options were, and what things would cost before doing anything. Every dollar was accounted for through his trust account with proper receipts, which mattered a lot to me given my financial situation. He responded quickly, treated me with respect rather than judgement, and clearly knows his way around the Magistrates' Court. When my circumstances changed and I couldn't continue privately, he was upfront and decent about it rather than stringing me along. If you need a criminal defence lawyer who tells you the truth and does the work properly, Luke is the one. Highly recommend. - Paris L.

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Jules Perrin29 April 2026

Luke really listened and made good suggestions to improve the outcome of the situation. I would recommened Luke as he is approachable and knowledable in these matters.

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Jeff Murrell4 March 2026

If you’re looking for a great friendly reliable Lawyer I can tell you now, it will be hard to get someone better than Luke. He listens, he keeps in touch and is great at his job. He is based in Ballarat but had me represented in Ararat at short notice. Thank you Luke and Jordyn

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Johnny13 November 2025

Luke has been terrific to help with what is a relatively minor case. He made the process simple, affordable, and he did it in such good spirit and with empathy for an older person. Thank you mate. Really appreciated and I would highly recommend Luke.

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Kash rai21 October 2025

I recently went to Luke from McMahon Criminal Defence Lawyers on my case, which was listed in Ballarat Magistrates Court. When I spoke to him, I was impressed by his professionalism and genuine approach. Luke made me feel confident and at ease, which is exactly what I needed during such a stressful time. What really stood out was Luke's honesty—he could have easily charged me more for his services, but he didn’t, and I really appreciate his honesty. Thanks to his hard work and expertise, my case was withdrawn by Victoria Police, which was a huge relief. If you're looking for a lawyer who truly cares about your case and has the skill to get results, I can’t recommend Luke highly enough. His genuine nature speak heaps , and I believe that good karma will bring him even more success in the future. Thank you again, Luke, for everything!

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Nusrat Jahan10 September 2025

I can’t thank Luke enough for the way they handled my case. From the very first meeting, Luke was professional, reassuring, and truly cared about my situation. He explained everything clearly, kept me updated at every step, and fought hard to achieve the best possible outcome. His knowledge of the law and confidence in the courtroom made me feel supported the whole way through. I would highly recommend Luke MacMahon to anyone needing a criminal lawyer who is not only skilled but also compassionate and dedicated.”

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Lucien Ibrahim27 May 2025

Very helpful and honest service. I explained my situation over the phone, and he clearly told me I didn’t need a lawyer and not to stress about it. It was a huge relief to speak with someone so genuine. He took the time to explain everything clearly, free of charge. It's great to see honest and humble businesses like this still exist.

Criminal lawyers in Ballarat compared

Ordered by rating, weighted by the number of reviews — businesses with only a handful of reviews do not jump to the top automatically. 5 businesses in this category in Ballarat are compared.

RankProviderRatingReviewsOpen Sat.
1McMahon Criminal Defence Lawyers (this page)★ 5,051Yes
2Chambers Criminal Lawyers★ 5,027Yes
3Dribbin & Brown Criminal Lawyers★ 5,021Yes
4Adrian Paull Criminal Lawyers★ 4,813No
5Wilkinson Lawyers - Criminal Law Solicitor★ 4,823No
Contact
+61493710531www.mcdl.com.auLevel 1/15 Dana St, Ballarat Central VIC 3350
Working hours
Monday00:00–24:00
Tuesday00:00–24:00
Wednesday00:00–24:00
Thursday00:00–24:00
Friday00:00–24:00
Saturday00:00–24:00
Sunday00:00–24:00