A Leading Specialist
Criminal Law Firm
for over 40 years

Trusted by clients
since the 1980's

Paul Vale Criminal Law has been a leading criminal defence firm in Melbourne for over 40 years. What sets us apart is that we only practice in our field of expertise because we know that specialised knowledge and experience matters to you.

Our experienced solicitors appear daily at Magistrates, County and Supreme Courts all over Victoria. We specialise in all criminal, traffic and family violence matters including murder, sexual offences, drug offences, fraud, intervention orders and driving offences (drink driving).

Our Principal Solicitor Chen Yang is an experienced criminal lawyer who speaks fluent Chinese (Mandarin).

We are always available to offer our services at our Melbourne CBD and Ringwood offices.

Trusted by clients
since the 1980's

Paul Vale Criminal Law has been a leading criminal defence firm in Melbourne for over 40 years. What sets us apart is that we only practice in our field of expertise because we know that specialised knowledge and experience matters to you.

Our Principal Solicitor Chen Yang is an experienced criminal lawyer who speaks fluent Chinese (Mandarin).

We are always available to offer our expertise in criminal and traffic law with two convenient offices situated in Melbourne CBD and Ringwood.

Trusted by clients
since the 1980's

Our Principal Solicitor Chen Yang is an experienced criminal lawyer who speaks fluent Chinese (Mandarin).

We are always available to offer our services at our Melbourne CBD and Ringwood offices.

Here's when it matters most

We provide comprehensive representation for all criminal matters.

All criminal hearings including complex bail applications, contested hearings and jury trials
Appeals to the County Court, Court of Appeal and the High Court of Australia
Defences for governmental agency prosecutions (Australian Tax Office, Taxi Services Commission, Local Councils, AHPRA)
Intervention Order and Personal Safety Order hearings

Here's when it matters most

We provide comprehensive representation for all criminal matters.

All criminal hearings including complex bail applications, contested hearings and jury trials
Appeals to the County Court, Court of Appeal and the High Court of Australia
Defences for governmental agency prosecutions (Australian Tax Office, Taxi Services Commission, Local Councils, AHPRA)
Intervention Order and Personal Safety Order hearings

Here's when it matters most

We provide comprehensive representation for all criminal matters.

All criminal hearings including complex bail applications, contested hearings and jury trials
Appeals to the County Court, Court of Appeal and the High Court of Australia
Defences for governmental agency prosecutions (Australian Tax Office, Taxi Services Commission, Local Councils, AHPRA)
Intervention Order and Personal Safety Order hearings

Feedback from Clients

Why should you engage our services?

Michael was very capable and caring right from the start, kept me informed all the time. It was his suggestion to have a Kings Counsellor at the trial.

Carmen Randazzo SC was excellent in court, great result all round. I would highly recommend everyone at Paul Vale Law.

I highly recommend Paul Vale Criminal Law firm, professional, very experienced, knowledgeable with many years experience, a pleasure to work with. Excellent communication and dedicated to achieving an excellent result.

Mr. Yang, the Principal Solicitor, was extremely professional and responsible throughout my case. He handled everything carefully and kept me well informed at every stage. Thanks to his hard work and expertise, we achieved an outcome that I’m satisfied with.

杨律师很负责任，很专业 Professional 并且中英交流都没问题，可以更好的沟通。

(Translation: Mr Chen Yang is very responsible and professional! Communication is seamless in both Chinese and English, which makes the whole process much easier.)

I am incredibly grateful to Paul Vale Criminal Law and Chen Yang for their exceptional legal assistance! Chen Yang demonstrated outstanding professionalism and unwavering support throughout my case. He carefully listened to my situation, developed a clear and effective legal strategy, and ultimately succeeded in having the police drop the charges against me. His expertise, dedication, and excellent communication gave me confidence and peace of mind during a very challenging time. I highly recommend Chen Yang to anyone in need of a skilled criminal defense lawyer. Thank you, Chen Yang, and the entire team for your outstanding support!

I had a very positive experience working with Mr. Yang. He handled my case with great experience and patience. His deep knowledge and professionalism were evident throughout the process. Mr. Yang clearly explained all possible outcomes and made sure I fully understood my options at every step. Although the situation was very stressful, his support and guidance made it much more manageable. I'm truly grateful for his help.

I am truly grateful to Michael from Paul & Vale for all his support and guidance. He handled my matter with great professionalism and care, always taking the time to explain everything clearly and keeping me informed. Michael’s dedication and expertise made a stressful time much easier, and I felt confident knowing he was representing me. Thanks to his hard work, I achieved a very positive outcome. I would strongly recommend Michael and the team at Paul & Vale to anyone who needs legal assistance.

Chen Yang is properly the best Chinese criminal defense lawyer you can possibly get in town. Unlike most other lawyers, it’s all about money, He shows you that he is actually cares.

I am writing this testimonial to express my sincere gratitude for the exceptional legal assistance provided by you during my case. Your dedication to gathering a comprehensive brief and offering valuable advice has been instrumental in navigating the complexities of my situation. Your professionalism, attention to detail, and clear communication have significantly eased the stress associated with legal proceedings. I appreciate your commitment to ensuring I was well-informed at every stage, and your strategic guidance has proven invaluable. I feel fortunate to have had you as my legal counsel, and I wholeheartedly recommend your services to anyone in need of a knowledgeable and reliable attorney.

ARISHA IS BEST. She worked good at court hearing. I feel so happy

I am immensely grateful for the exceptional service provided by Mr. Chen Yang at Paul Vale Criminal Law. His professionalism and expertise were evident from the beginning, and thanks to his diligent efforts, all charges against me were withdrawn before the contested mention. Throughout the process, Mr. Chen not only handled my case with remarkable skill but also supported me and my family with regular updates. He was always available whenever I needed help, offering guidance and reassurance at times when I felt overwhelmed. His unwavering support was crucial, and I honestly don’t know how I would have gotten through without him. I highly recommend Mr. Chen Yang for anyone in need of a dedicated and highly competent solicitor.

Amazing team going above and beyond what was required of them, making sure I was in the loop with everything. And catering to my every need and making sure I was as comfortable as I could possibly be. After a long 12 weeks in court everyday, I can honestly can say I was never in doubt . Soley due to the efforts Chen and the team had put in. Thank you very much and God forbid I will need a criminal lawyer again. but if I do, it's without a doubt I will be calling the team at Paul Vale criminal Law.

I recently contacted Michael at Paul Vale criminal law regarding a matter I was needing some assistance with. He was genuine, easy to approach and very quickly got his head around the ins and outs of what I had going on and was able to provide me with extremely helpful, straight up advice. Going to court can be stressful - but it doesn't have to be. I would definitely recommend contacting the Paul Vale criminal law team if you are needing some peace of mind.

My experience with Yang at Paul Vale Criminal Law was great. Yang handled my case with utmost professionalism and care. Yang helped me achieved a favourable outcome. Exceptional service and results.

Michael Cunningham was incredibly helpful, when dealing with a Personal Safety Order Summons. He read extensive statements & case history, then provided sound legal advice in a timely, professional and supportive manner.

Wow! Where to start with this law firm?! What an absolute God send they were! Chen from Paul Vale has been nothing less than amazing! The countless hours and dedication he put into my case really made the difference & I can never thank him enough! He seeked the truth & justice prevailed, Paul Vale Criminal Law will never know how much I truly appreciate what they done for me & my family & for that 5 star rating just doesn't seem enough! Thank you again Chen & Paul Vale Criminal Law. Highly recommend !

I highly recommend Michael Cunningham at Paul vale criminal law in Ringwood. I have used the legal aid system multiple times with unsatisfactory results. This man went above and beyond to help me and actually showed me compassion and respect and a detailed outcome of the hard work he put towards my case. I couldn't have dreamed for a better outcome. Helped me so much. Thanks. If your best option is to use the public system and legal aid Paul Vale would be my first step.

I am grateful for the professional help and patient guidance of Mr. Chen. Throughout his handling of my case, he has demonstrated a high degree of professionalism and provided me with detailed advice. Mr. Chen not only helped me navigate my legal issues, but also made me feel comfortable and trusted in the whole process. I highly recommend to anyone who needs legal help! Thank you again for your excellent work and tireless efforts!

We recently engaged Chen from Paul Vale Criminal Law to represent us. His professionalism and communication throughout were first class and we were thrilled with the outcome of our case. Many thanks Chen

A hardworking person was labelled as a criminal and if it wasn’t for me Mr. Chen I would have lived my whole life as one. My sincere thanks to him and his whole team at Paul vale for being upfront with my case and dealt it with utmost professionalism. Thanks once again.

Nic was very professional, supportive and relatable to who he was working with and for. Office staff were also helpful, friendly and efficient

I am truly impressed by Yang's exceptional efficiency and professionalism. His ability to deliver high-quality work in a timely manner is remarkable. Every suggestion he provided was incredibly insightful and practical.

Feedback from Clients

Why should you engage our services?

Michael was very capable and caring right from the start, kept me informed all the time. It was his suggestion to have a Kings Counsellor at the trial.

Carmen Randazzo SC was excellent in court, great result all round. I would highly recommend everyone at Paul Vale Law.

杨律师很负责任，很专业 Professional 并且中英交流都没问题，可以更好的沟通。

(Translation: Mr Chen Yang is very responsible and professional! Communication is seamless in both Chinese and English, which makes the whole process much easier.)

Chen Yang is properly the best Chinese criminal defense lawyer you can possibly get in town. Unlike most other lawyers, it’s all about money, He shows you that he is actually cares.

ARISHA IS BEST. She worked good at court hearing. I feel so happy

My experience with Yang at Paul Vale Criminal Law was great. Yang handled my case with utmost professionalism and care. Yang helped me achieved a favourable outcome. Exceptional service and results.

Nic was very professional, supportive and relatable to who he was working with and for. Office staff were also helpful, friendly and efficient

Feedback from Clients

Why should you engage our services?

Michael was very capable and caring right from the start, kept me informed all the time. It was his suggestion to have a Kings Counsellor at the trial.

Carmen Randazzo SC was excellent in court, great result all round. I would highly recommend everyone at Paul Vale Law.

杨律师很负责任，很专业 Professional 并且中英交流都没问题，可以更好的沟通。

(Translation: Mr Chen Yang is very responsible and professional! Communication is seamless in both Chinese and English, which makes the whole process much easier.)

Chen Yang is properly the best Chinese criminal defense lawyer you can possibly get in town. Unlike most other lawyers, it’s all about money, He shows you that he is actually cares.

ARISHA IS BEST. She worked good at court hearing. I feel so happy

My experience with Yang at Paul Vale Criminal Law was great. Yang handled my case with utmost professionalism and care. Yang helped me achieved a favourable outcome. Exceptional service and results.

Nic was very professional, supportive and relatable to who he was working with and for. Office staff were also helpful, friendly and efficient

A Leading Specialist Criminal Law Firm for over 40 years

A Leading Specialist Criminal Law Firm for over 40 years

A Leading Specialist Criminal Law Firm for over 40 years

Trusted by clients since the 1980's

Trusted by clients since the 1980's

Trusted by clients since the 1980's

Here's when it matters most

Here's when it matters most

Here's when it matters most

Feedback from Clients

Feedback from Clients

Feedback from Clients

A Leading Specialist
Criminal Law Firm
for over 40 years

A Leading Specialist
Criminal Law Firm
for over 40 years

A Leading Specialist
Criminal Law Firm
for over 40 years

Trusted by clients
since the 1980's

Trusted by clients
since the 1980's

Trusted by clients
since the 1980's