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Carter Dickens Lawyers

Updated 2026-09-05 · 4,046 reviewed · 173 listed · Scored from 71 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.4(71) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Carter Dickens Lawyers
Location
Joondalup
Services
Family Law, Wills & Estate Planning, Law Firm
Reviews
71
Ranking
#25 in Family Law
Best for
people needing criminal defence or family law support from experienced, empathetic advocates

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-05). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-08-05.

What recent reviews say

Rachel Robson and Dimitri stand out for their criminal defence work and emotional support during family disputes; major charges dropped, clients kept out of jail, and long-term matters resolved favourably are common positives. The firm's strength lies in its named lawyers, quick turnarounds, and genuine check-ins, though a minority report serious failures in complex conveyancing and parenting access cases where communication broke down and fees continued without progress.

Praised for
  • compassionate and empathetic approach
  • strong criminal defence outcomes
  • thorough family law representation
  • professional and efficient service
  • personal follow-up and support
Watch-outs
  • lack of progress on complex matters
  • poor advice and communication
  • accepting fees without delivering results
  • gender bias in parenting cases
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Best for: people needing criminal defence or family law support from experienced, empathetic advocates
Think twice if: complex property or conveyancing disputes-some clients report months of inaction and poor communication despite ongoing fees

Where this business shines

  • Rachel Robson's criminal defence and trial outcomes
  • Dimitri's family law guidance and accessibility
  • genuine personal follow-up between appointments
  • efficient service turnaround for straightforward matters

Worth knowing

  • Rachel Robson: criminal defence specialist, answered calls after midnight, secured acquittal and damages payout on serious assault charge
  • Dimitri: family law, praised for efficiency and guiding complex cases
  • Jared/Jarrod: listed in older reviews for family law support
  • accessible premises: rear parking, ramp, and lift for elderly clients
  • short-notice rush services available

What reviews say by service

Criminal Law
Rachel Robson secured major charge drops and acquittals on serious assault and ABH matters; clients report tireless advocacy.
Family Law
Dimitri and Rachel guided complex court matters to successful outcomes; praised for compassion and thorough support, though one client reported bias and inaction on parenting access.
Wills & Estate Planning
straightforward wills handled professionally with clear advice and good presentation; one client noted accessible venue.
Conveyancing & Property Law
one major complaint about months of inaction, poor communication with third parties (ANZ, Keystart), and continued billing without delivering settlement.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.4 against a 4.57 average across the 167 family law businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 79% of the businesses in this directory.

What earned this score?

Scoring Method
Star rating 63
Review volume 81
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 64
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

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Common questions

Is the office accessible for elderly clients?
Yes. Rear parking, ramp, and lift available.
Can you get urgent work done quickly?
The firm has handled short-notice work and rushed matters through; contact them directly for availability.
Does Rachel Robson still work there?
Yes; she is listed as a criminal defence specialist and is actively taking on new clients.

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Last updated 2026-09-05