Children's Court Contested Hearing Cairns — Fixed Fee
$5,800 — Fixed Fee
Children's Court defended hearing — Cairns Children's Court — $5,800 Covers : initial conference with the young person and their family, full review of the prosecution brief, advice on the evidence and prospects, preparation for the hearing, cross-examination of witnesses, submissions, and full appearance at the Cairns Children's Court. No hidden fees. One invoice. All fees +10% GST.
What Is Included
Initial conference with the young person and their family to review the charge, the brief, and the circumstances Full analysis of the prosecution evidence — witness statements, CCTV, body-worn camera footage, and any other material Honest advice on the strength of the prosecution's case and the realistic prospects at a contested hearing Preparation of the young person to give evidence, if they…
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Does my child have to give evidence? No. The right to silence applies in the Children's Court. The prosecution must prove the charge beyond reasonable doubt regardless of whether the young person gives evidence. Sacha will advise on whether it is in the young person's interests to give evidence in their specific matter. What happens if the charge is proven at the hearing? The matter proceeds to…