Have you ever had the feeling that you were trying to solve Rubik’s puzzle blindfolded. Melbourne’s legal system can make you feel the same way. It’s like a jungle and you might get lost before you can even say “objection.” Let’s take a look at the top strategies used by Melbourne’s most prominent criminal lawyers. We’re in for a wild ride.

Imagine you are in a courtroom and that everyone is speaking in a different dialect. Legal jargon flies left and right. What are your options? The first advice is straightforward but essential: **Understand** the basics. Understanding the basics of legal terminology can help you make better decisions. Although you don’t have to become an expert over night, having a basic understanding of the concepts will help you stay afloat.

Next let’s talk **building relationship**. Nobody is an island. This is especially true in court. A lawyer swears by networking within the community of lawyers. He said with a wink: “Get the chance to meet the clerks. Judges’ assistants. Even security guards.” The relationships you build can sometimes be the difference between getting extra information and being lenient.

Another gold nugget? **Stay organized**. It’s boring, isn’t it? Trust me, keeping your documents neat and orderly can save you many headaches. Imagine showing up in court only to realize that you left a crucial piece of evidence behind at home. A seasoned attorney once told about a case where his client nearly lost because he was unable to find a key document that was buried in piles of other paperwork.

A funny story about courtroom attire will be shared. One lawyer shared with us that his client showed up to court in flip flops and board-shorts. This would not be recommended. Dressing properly might seem trivial at first, but sending a message of professionalism is important.

Let’s take **emotional controls** seriously. Courtrooms can be a high-pressure environment where emotions run high. Tempers flare up easily. One veteran attorney recommends that you practice deep breathing before going to court. It may sound Zen, but hey it works for yoga instructor why not?

Think outside the box when you are strategizing a defense or prosecutor approach. It could be that you consider unconventional angles or argument others would have overlooked. One clever barrister took advantage of social media posts in their case.

Here we go – technology use! Use the technology available to you. We live in an age of digitalization, so use it! They can speed up processes and make them more efficient.

It’s important to also consider communication skills. Effective communication can be the difference between winning or losing a case.

Always prepare in advance. Make sure you are prepared for any eventuality. Be ready with counterarguments, rebuttals and other responses.

We hope these tips are helpful the next time you’re faced with Australia’s complex legal system.