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About Pascoe Criminal Law
At Pascoe Criminal Law, we defend clients across the full spectrum of criminal law matters in Victoria — from Intervention Orders (Police Applications), summary offences to complex indictable trials.
Who We Are
Pascoe Criminal Law is a Melbourne-based criminal defence firm representing clients across Victoria.
Our lawyers handle all criminal matters — from minor offences to serious indictable cases — including IVOs, FVIOs, PSIOs, assault, theft, drug and sexual offences, stalking, threats to kill, white-collar crime, and driving charges.
We take pride in defending clients facing serious allegations, ensuring every case is handled with professionalism, integrity, and care.
Shaun Pascoe
Director, AccS(Crim)
Yusif Shamoon
Associate Solicitor
We provide strategic advice and expert representation across all areas of criminal and quasi-criminal law
Criminal Defence
Bail applications, assault and violence offences, theft, drug charges, driving offences, and licence suspensions.
Intervention Orders
Family Violence (FVIO) and Personal Safety (PSIO) matters, including contesting, varying, and appealing orders.
Regulatory and Disciplinary Matters
Defence and advice for professionals and licensees facing investigations or disciplinary proceedings.
"Our focus is always on achieving the best possible outcome for every client through clear strategy, thorough preparation, and strong advocacy. "
How We Help
Every client’s situation is unique — whether you’re facing criminal charges, regulatory proceedings, or an Intervention Order application — but our process is always designed to make things clear and stress-free.
At Pascoe Criminal Law, we:
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Listen first. During your first appointment, we review your court documents and explain the process in plain language.
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Identify your goals. Whether you’re defending an allegation or aiming to minimise penalties, we focus on what matters most to you.
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Provide cost certainty. You’ll receive a clear, written costs agreement before we start work — no surprises. Our firm is also on the summary and indictable crime panel for VLA. Where eligible, we can act for clients on a legal aid basis.
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Act quickly and keep you informed. Once engaged, we prepare your case thoroughly and keep you updated at every stage.
Recognition & Awards
Since our inception in 2020, Pascoe Criminal Law has been consistently recognised as a Recommended Criminal Law Firm and Recommended Traffic Law Firm in Victoria.
These peer review listings reflect our ongoing commitment to providing specialist advice, strategic representation, and exceptional service to every client.
We’re proud to have been recognised every year since 2020 for our dedication to excellence in criminal defence.
