All Practice Areas

Assaults & Threats

Breaches of Conditions

Assaults & Threats

Assault
Aggravated Assault
Assault Causing Bodily Harm
Assault with a Weapon
Criminal Harassment
Forcible Confinement
Robbery
Uttering Threats

Bail

Breaches of Conditions

Assaults & Threats

Bail hearings, also known as “Show Cause” hearings or Judicial Interim Relief, can be the most important stage in the legal process. If we can obtain bail to get you out of custody, you can improve your circumstances and dramatically change your final outcome.

Breaches of Conditions

Breach of Conditions
Breach of Probation
Breach of Undertaking
Breach of Recognizance
Failure to Appear for Prints
Failure to Attend Court

Domestic Assault

Breaches of Conditions

Assault
Assault Causing Bodily Harm
Aggravated Assault
Uttering Threats
Harassment
Mischief
Domestic-related Breaches
Forcible Confinement

Driving Offences

Impaired & Over 80

Driving Offences

Careless Driving
Dangerous Driving
Impaired Driving
Failure to Remain at Scene of an Accident
Driving while Suspended
Driving without Insurance
Speeding
Stunt Driving/Racing

Drug Charges

Impaired & Over 80

Driving Offences

Trafficking in Substance
Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking
Possession of Substance
Importing/Exporting Substance
Production of Substance
Cannabis-related offences

Impaired & Over 80

Driving While Impaired by Drug or Alcohol
Driving With Blood Alcohol Concentration Over .08
Failure or Refusal to Provide a Breath Sample
Care and Control While Impaired
Impaired Driving Causing Bodily Harm or Death

Mental Health Law

Impaired & Over 80

We have significant experience dealing with these matters in our criminal courts, including at the:

Ontario Court of Appeal
the Ontario Review Board
the Consent and Capacity Board

Regulatory Offences

Theft & Fraud-Related Offences

Regulatory Offences

Regulatory offences under the:

Smoke-Free Ontario Act
Ontario Fire Code
Occupational Health and Safety Act
Liquor Licence Act of Ontario

Sexual Offences

Theft & Fraud-Related Offences

Regulatory Offences

Sexual Assault
Sexual Exploitation
Sexual Interference
Child Pornography – Possession and/or Distribution
Aggravated Sexual Assault
Sexual Assault Causing Bodily Harm
Indecent Exposure
Indecent Acts

Theft & Fraud-Related Offences

Fraud Over/Under $5000
Criminal Breach of Trust
Taken Motor Vehicle
White Collar Crime
Money Laundering (Proceeds of Crime)
Theft Over/Under $5000
Trafficking/Possession of Property Obtained by Crime (stolen property)
Uttering Forged Documents

Very Serious Offences

Theft & Fraud-Related Offences

Murder
Attempted Murder
Criminal Negligence causing Death
Terrorism
All Firearms Offences
Criminal Appeals

Legal Aid

Indigenous & Gladue Principles

Legal Aid

When confronted with criminal charges, an individual may lack the financial means to hire a lawyer for their defence. In these situations, Legal Aid Ontario (LAO) may be an option if you meet the financial and legal criteria.

We are passionate about access to justice. Our firm proudly accepts Legal Aid certificates.

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Youth

Indigenous & Gladue Principles

Legal Aid

Individuals between the ages of 12 and 17 that have been charged with a criminal offence are provided unique legal considerations and protection under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

We have experience representing youth on a variety of charges, ranging from impaired driving to first and second degree murder.

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Indigenous & Gladue Principles

Our lawyers have experience representing Indigenous clients faced with a variety of offences, including serious offences such as assault, forcible confinement, and attempted murder .

We aim to obtain fair sentences for our Indigenous clients that take into account personal and family history of abuse, poverty or other extenuating circumstances.

Security Clearance

Charged with a crime and afraid you will lose your job?

Being charged does NOT mean that you will necessarily lose your security clearance, or your career.

If you are facing a criminal prosecution and are concerned that this will damage your career or risk your security clearance, you need to call a lawyer with the right expertise.

Our Approach

We ensure every effort is made to safeguard your job whenever feasible, collaborating with an employment law firm to integrate your criminal defence with specialized knowledge in employment law and security clearance. This approach allows us to take the necessary measures to support your job retention.