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Expert advice and strong advocacy in Criminal law, Children’s Law
(including Youth Crime), and intervention order matters

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Life's Hardest Moments

At Mildren Cooper McKenna, we provide expert legal representation in criminal defence law, children’s law (Child Protection and Youth Crime) and Intervention Order matters.

We take the time to understand your situation, explain your options clearly, and make sure you're heard and supported throughout the process.

Our lawyers work closely together, so there’s always someone ready to help when you need it. You’ll get steady, honest, practical advice from a team that genuinely cares about what happens next for you and your family. We can apply for Legal Aid funding on your behalf in certain circumstances.

Our firm is committed to a trauma-informed approach, ensuring that every client is met with understanding, safety, and care. We take a strengths-based, person-centred view of neurodivergence and bring that understanding into every stage of legal proceedings.

About Our Firm

Our Areas of Practice

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Accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria
in Criminal Law since 2022.

Children's Law & Child Protection

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We represent parents, children, carers and family members in child protection matters, including Children’s Court proceedings and DFFH investigations. We can also assist with applications to VCAT and the Supreme Court.

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Criminal Defence

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We defend clients at all stages of the Criminal law process, from simple driving and traffic matters to complex and serious cases, providing clear advice and strong representation in the Magistrates, County and Supreme Courts.

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Family Violence & Intervention Orders

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We support clients applying for or responding to intervention orders, offering steady and practical guidance through what are often complex, stressful and emotionally difficult situations that can impact families and daily life.

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Accredited by the Law Institute of Victoria
in Criminal Law since 2022.

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About Us

We focus on criminal law, children's law and family violence law services, offering practical legal advice and strong advocacy when it matters most.

Our lawyers support clients across Victoria, including rural communities and are committed to fair outcomes, respectful service and clear guidance through every stage of the legal process.

About Our Firm

From Our Clients

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Throughout my matters Michael has always been very good to me and has always gone over and above. He has always been there when I needed. Most importantly Michael has always stood up for me, both in court and out of court.

Barry

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Our family was confronted by a traumatic, life changing situation and we didn't know where to turn. A trusted friend recommended Jacob Mildren, who calmly led us through unfamiliar, confusing legal processes. Jacob was quick to share important details and respond to questions. I have always felt secure in his professional management of our complicated case.

Michelle

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Janelle Cooper represented us with exceptional professionalism and dedication. Her expertise and attention to detail made a stressful situation much easier, and we’re very grateful for the successful outcome.

Heather

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Trust & Support Guide Everything We Do

Our clients know they can always count on us for honest advice, clear communication and a genuine commitment to their case.

Meet Our Team

Victoria Legal Aid Panel Members

Members of Victoria Legal Aid Panels in Child Protection, Indictable Crime, Summary Crime, Youth Crime, and Intervention Orders.

Culturally Aware

Striving for Culturally Safe and Inclusive Practice with and for First Nations Communities across all areas of our service.

Safe and supportive practice

Our practice aims to be both trauma-informed and neuroaffirming, grounded in respect, flexibility, and client dignity.

Offices Across Victoria

We serve clients across the Greater Melbourne area, Geelong, Warrnambool, Portland, Colac, Hamilton and Ballarat.

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