WHO WE ARE
Experience Criminal Defence Representation
At Brancato Law, we understand that facing a criminal charge can be one of the most stressful and uncertain experiences of your life. Whether you have been contacted by police, charged with an offence, required to attend court or are seeking advice before making an important decision, obtaining timely and experienced legal advice can make a significant difference.
Brancato Law provides urgent criminal law advice and representation across Melbourne and Victoria. We assist clients across a broad range of criminal and traffic matters, with a focus on providing clear advice, practical strategies and strong representation at every stage of the criminal justice process.
Our practice is led by criminal defence lawyer, Jonathan Brancato, who has experience appearing for clients in criminal matters across Victoria.
In addition to managing Brancato Law, Jonathan Brancato also acts as a Consultant Criminal Lawyer for Gallant Law, a Melbourne-based criminal law firm. This consulting role provides an opportunity to work alongside an experienced criminal defence team and contribute to the preparation and conduct of a wide range of criminal matters.
This combination of independent practice and consulting work allows Jonathan to bring a broad range of practical criminal law experience to each matter he handles.
Clear Advice. Strong Representation.
We recognise that every criminal matter is different. Our approach is to understand your circumstances, explain your legal options in straightforward terms and develop a strategy appropriate to your individual case.
We can assist with matters including:
- Bail applications
- Police interviews and investigations
- Assault and violent offences
- Drug offences
- Theft, fraud and dishonesty offences
- Sexual offences
- Traffic and driving offences
- Intervention orders
- Sentencing and plea hearings
- Magistrates’ Court matters
- County Court matters
- Supreme Court matters
- Appeals
- WorkSafe prosecutions
- AHPRA investigations
- Council prosecutions
If you have been charged with an offence, contacted by police or are concerned that you may be charged, obtaining legal advice early can help you understand your position and protect your rights.
Contact Brancato Law for urgent and experienced criminal law representation across Melbourne and Victoria.
Consultant Criminal Lawyer – Gallant Law
Jonathan Brancato also acts as a Consultant Criminal Lawyer for Gallant Law, an established criminal law firm serving clients across Melbourne and regional Victoria.
Through this consulting role, Jonathan works alongside the Gallant Law team on criminal defence matters, contributing his experience and knowledge to the preparation and conduct of cases.
The role complements Jonathan’s independent criminal defence practice, Brancato Law, and provides ongoing exposure to a broad range of criminal matters and court proceedings.
Jonathan continues to operate Brancato Law independently and is available to provide criminal law advice and representation to clients throughout Melbourne and Victoria.

