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Kate King Legal - Criminal Defence Lawyers Perth

Updated 2026-08-05 · 3,597 reviewed · 163 listed · Scored from 24 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.7(24) 76 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Kate King Legal - Criminal Defence Lawyers Perth
Services
Criminal Law, Family Law, Personal Injury Law
Reviews
24

What recent reviews say

Reviewers consistently praise the firm's lawyers by name (Jesse Cox, Leigh, Lisa, Olivia, Kate King) for calm, organised representation and clear communication that keeps clients informed. Late court attendance and cost concerns surface in two older complaints, but the overwhelming pattern is strong outcomes paired with genuine support throughout cases.

Praised for
  • responsive communication
  • strong preparation and results
  • empathy and support
  • professional and organised
  • experienced named lawyers
Watch-outs
  • late arrival on court day
  • high costs relative to service
  • lack of preparation on some matters
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Best for: Clients seeking criminal defence or family law representation with a named lawyer who communicates clearly.
Think twice if: Court delays and high hourly rates reported in past matters; ask about fees upfront.

Strengths

  • Named lawyers with consistent positive feedback
  • Strong outcomes in criminal and family matters
  • Clear communication and client updates
  • Empathetic approach to support

Worth knowing

  • Jesse Cox praised for calm, sharp approach and strong communication
  • Leigh and Beth noted for consistent case updates over six months
  • Olivia highlighted for answering all client questions clearly
  • Lisa achieved best possible outcome in client matter
  • One client charged full trust amount despite lawyer's three-hour court delay

What reviews say by service

Criminal Law
Strong results and calm representation praised; one late-arrival complaint.
Family Law
Clients report clear communication and supportive case management.
Trial Attorney
Jesse Cox and Leigh deliver organised, result-focused advocacy.

How it compares

  • Rated 4.7 against a 4.56 average across the 51 criminal law businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 51% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

Scoring Method
Star rating 75
Review volume 61
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 67
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
22
4
0
3
0
2
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2

Common questions

Do you offer free consultations?
No evidence of free consultations; a 20-minute phone call was charged at $330.
Who are the main lawyers at Kate King Legal?
Kate King, Jesse Cox, Leigh, Olivia, and Lisa are named in reviews for criminal, family, and civil matters.
Are you available seven days a week?
The business publishes opening hours for 7 days.

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Last updated 2026-08-05