Best Criminal Lawyers in Ontario

When you call Céline, rest assured you will only speak to her. She is the only point of contact: you will never have to repeat yourself to other lawyers or members of her firm to discuss the important details of your case. You can also chose to speak to her in French or English, and nothing...

David’s mission is to deliver the best advocacy for every client’s case. Pursuing this goal has seen David represent over 1000 people. In most cases David has been able to obtain results which have been quite satisfactory for his clients. David is a member of the Defence Counsel Association of...

As one of the top Ottawa criminal lawyers, Brett McGarry has successfully defended a wide range of serious criminal charges in Ottawa and all over Ontario. Many of Brett’s clients are professionals with no prior involvement with the criminal justice system. As your criminal lawyer, Brett will...

With over 35 years practicing criminal law under my belt, I not only continue to handle my cases but I assist the rest of my team with their cases daily. I have focused much of my practice on drinking and driving offences and I am so passionate about this field of law that I  own my own...

Mark is the founder and principal of Hogan Law Firm.  Mark’s practice is focused on defending clients in criminal, quasi-criminal and regulatory proceedings. As a defence lawyer in Mississauga, Mark takes great pride in being a fierce advocate and a skilled negotiator. We represent clients in...

Charged with a crime? Speak to Antar Kahlon today. You get more than legal representation; you gain a partner who’s invested in your defence & your peace of mind. Antar Kahlon graduated from the University of Guelph with an honours degree in Bachelors of Science in Criminal Justice. He...

Punjabi Criminal Lawyer at Everstone Law Professional Corporation has profound expertise to proactively defend you against your criminal charges so that you get the best possible outcome regardless of the nature of your charge. At Everstone Law Professional Corporation, the Criminal Lawyer...

With over twenty-two years’ experience, Jay Passi is a Peel Region Based lawyer, specializing in criminal law. Throughout his legal career, Mr. Passi has focused exclusive on criminal law and successfully defending clients in Mississauga and throughout Ontario in a wide array of criminal...

Reyam is a highly regarded and reputable Criminal Defence Lawyer, recognized for her unwavering passion and commitment to defending her clients’ rights and freedoms. She leaves no stone unturned when crafting a robust defence strategy. Throughout her career, Reyam has accumulated extensive...

Jonathan is a highly skilled and sought-after criminal defence lawyer who represents clients charged with criminal offences all over the Province of Ontario. He is a member in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada, Criminal Lawyers’ Association and Toronto Lawyers Association....

Andrew Bigioni is a criminal trial lawyer based in downtown Toronto. With considerable trial experience and a talent for negotiation, Andrew regularly secures excellent results for his clients. He is dedicated to providing his clients with a focused, fearless de‎fence against criminal...

Nicholas Charitsis is a graduate of Osgoode Hall Law School in Toronto and earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree (with distinction) from the Schulich School of Business at York University, graduating in the top 5% of his class. Mr. Charitsis has extensive experience as a...

I was born and raised in Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario and received my Bachelor of Arts degree in English Literature from the University of Guelph.  My law degree is from Queen's University law school.  I articled in Toronto with a boutique litigation firm and was called to the Ontario bar in 1992....

Fadi Matthew Kazandji, the esteemed managing partner of Kazandji Law, brings over a decade of comprehensive experience in both criminal and family law. Under his leadership, Kazandji Law has distinguished itself as a firm that handles an extensive range of legal matters, demonstrating a...

Born and raised in Ajax, Ontario, Jeff embarked on his legal journey by earning his Law degree from the University of Buckingham, England. Jeff's career in criminal law began with noteworthy roles as a Provincial and Municipal Prosecutor for the City of Kawartha Lakes and the Ministry of the...

The successful defence of your criminal matter will begin immediately. Trials are won based on detailed preparation months in advance. I know what needs to be done now to give you the best criminal defence at trial. I offer my clients the highest levels of detail, attention, experience and...

Mustafa Sheikh is a lawyer who is dedicated on helping as many people as possible. He is solely focused on ensuring that anyone charged with a criminal offence has the legal representation they deserve. Mustafa Sheikh has handled hundreds of files for charges ranging from firearm offences to...

LAWYER UP was born out of the understanding that there are 100 ways to lose your criminal case, and one very simple winning strategy: LAWYER UP. Those who LAWYER UP at the earliest possible opportunity, and in the strongest possible way, have the best chance of winning. Let’s face it: the...

Patricia Brown is licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan, and the Province of Ontario Canada. She practices in the areas of Criminal Defense; Mental Health; and Immigration Law. She also represents clients before the Ontario Court of Justice; Superior Court of Justice; The Court of...

Windsor Lawyer Steve Al Roubaiai is licensed to practice law by the Law Society of Ontario, as a Barrister and Solicitor. He holds a Bachelor of Laws degree with honors, and two Master of Laws degrees, one in International Law and a second in European and Global Law. This demonstrates his...

After graduating from The University of Windsor’s school of law, Bobby Russon began his legal career as a Federal Prosecutor, with a focus on drug related offences and border crimes, for the prestigious Mousseau DeLuca McPherson Prince LLP. During his time as a prosecutor, Bobby learned the...

Jason was born and raised in Timmins, Ontario, the son of a hard rock miner. Jason was the first in his large extended family to attend university and graduated from the University of Guelph in 2001. He then attended law school at the University of Western Ontario, graduating in 2005. During...

Cassandra DeMelo is a native of London, Ontario, who is fluent in Portuguese and conversational in Spanish. After receiving her undergraduate degree at Ryerson University (now Toronto Metropolitan University) in Criminal Justice, she returned to her hometown for law school. She received her...

At VM Law Office, our mission is to be a steadfast pillar of legal support, committed to upholding justice and protecting the rights of our clients. With unwavering dedication, we navigate the intricate landscapes of criminal law, family law, immigration law, and real estate law, guided by a...

The Law Office of Joseph Fera has been serving the Guelph Community and surrounding areas for over 20 years. When you’re facing criminal charges it can seem like a very lonely and scary place to be. Whether you are an innocent person who is wrongly accused, a person who has a legal defence to...

An Experienced and Tenacious Criminal Defense Attorney with over 30+ years of unparalleled experience, Joseph M. Pellizzari is your go-to legal expert for expertly navigating the complex world of criminal law. As a former Crown attorney, Joseph brings a unique perspective to your defense,...

Adam G. P. Stubbs is a Criminal Defence Lawyer, serving the City of Toronto and surrounding jurisdictions, with a proven record of success and a reputation for both courtroom tenacity and client compassion. Mr. Stubbs understands that being charged with a criminal offence is a stressful and...

Michelle Johal was called to the Ontario Bar in 2002. After completing her Honour’s Bachelor of Arts at the University of Toronto she attended Queen’s Law School with its renowned criminal law program. She started her criminal law career in 2005 as an associate with a busy criminal law firm...

On January 1st, 2020, Mitch Eisen opened the firm of Mitchell Eisen Professional Corporation operating as Cugelman & Eisen, after a long and successful law partnership with Bernard Cugelman who has transitioned through semi-retirement to Counsel to the firm. Mitch holds a Bachelor of Arts...

Alexander Karapancev is the founder of Karapancev Law, one of the GTA’s top criminal law firms. He is a tenacious advocate known for his attention to detail, masterful cross-examination skills, and unrelenting attitude in his pursuit of success for his clients. He has extensive experience...

Matthew Friedberg has been a criminal defence lawyer his entire career. He has successfully represented hundreds of clients charged with every type of criminal offence at every level of court in Ontario*. Mr. Friedberg regularly represents individuals charged with extremely serious offences,...

David serves clients who speak English, Mandarin, Cantonese, Russian and Ukrainian. These clients most often need representation in Toronto courts (North York at 1000 Finch Avenue West, Etobicoke at 2201 Finch Avenue West, Scarborough at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East, Downtown Toronto at Old City...

Jeff Mass was born and raised in Montreal, Quebec. Coming from a family of judges and lawyers it was only a natural fit that his chosen profession was the practice of law. In 2001 Jeff Mass attended the University of Ottawa and completed his Quebec Civil Law degree in 2004. He completed his...

Joseph Ciraco graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1991 after having obtained a bachelors degree in Criminology from the University of Toronto. He was called to the Ontario Bar in 1993 and spent the first four years of his legal career as an assistant crown attorney in the Toronto Crown...

For all legal matters including but not limited to Criminal Code & Drug Offences (Drug Trafficking, Drug Position), Real Estate Services, Immigration Services, Personal Injury, Motor Vehicle Accidents, or Traffic Offences, contact Ontario lawyer Ahmad Ammar to book your free and...

I have been practicing criminal law in Guelph and Wellington County since 2013 and have represented clients before the Ontario Court of Justice, Superior Court and Court of Appeal. I work hard to give my clients the best defence. I accept Legal Aid certificates and payment plans. I am concerned...

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Vilkhov Law is a law firm with lot of experience in sexual assault charges, DUI, fraud, drug-related, and other criminal law cases. Our family and criminal lawyers offer clients litigation in Toronto, Brampton, Scarborough. Whatever circumstances you are facing right now, Vilkhov Law is here to...

I love my job! I love working on legal problems that affect real people and ensuring that people are always treated as they ought to be treated. Being wildly extroverted, I take an active interest in you – the person – behind the legal issue you are going through. I am continually striving to...

Andrew Bigioni is a criminal trial lawyer based in downtown Toronto. With considerable trial experience and a talent for negotiation, Andrew regularly secures excellent results for his clients. He is dedicated to providing his clients with a focused, fearless de‎fence against criminal...

Matt practises Criminal Law and Civil Litigation. He is a past President of the Kingston Criminal Defence Lawyers Association and has sat on advisory boards for various organizations throughout Kingston providing insight and advice when required. Matt is the former Kingston area director for...

Mr. Tekenos-Levy grew up in Kingston, Ontario. Mr. Tekenos-Levy attended both Module de L’Acadie, and Frontenac Secondary School (Class of 2004). In 2015, Mr. Tekenos-Levy commenced his articles of clerkship under renowned barrister Mr. Richard J. Aitken. Mr. Tekenos-Levy was called to the Bar...

Named as one of London Inc.’s Top 20 Under 40, Carolynn Conron is an intelligent and effective advocate who takes the time to really listen and understand our clients’ issues. Commander and leader of Conron Law Professional Corporation, she sees the big picture and is passionate about ensuring...

Admitted to the Bar in both Canada and the United States. Michael Gordner specializes in defending those charged with criminal offences, both in Canada and the United States, including drinking and driving offences, drug offences, sexual assault, tax offences, fraud related offences,...

A trial lawyer at heart, Jeff Conway provides his clients with the highest quality of legal advice and representation. His experience in criminal trials makes him best suited for criminal defense, civil and personal injury litigation. He is a determined advocate for his clients and is dedicated...

Damon's practice is restricted to criminal defence work only. He represents clients from all walks of life, including accused individuals who are Youths, accused individuals who self-identify as Aboriginal (and who appear in the specialized "Gladue" Court for Aboriginal Offenders), accused...

Paul specializes in personal injury claims and criminal law. He has extensive trial experience with very successful results in all levels of court, including the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Ontario Court of Justice, and the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. Paul has extensive experience as a...

Since 1996, the law firm of Mitch Engel, Barrister & Solicitor has been providing clients throughout the Oshawa, Brampton, and Mississauga areas with top-level criminal defence services. Mitch Engel devotes his practice solely to criminal defence cases, and handles every matter with passion...

Michael Purves-Smith is an experienced family lawyer. He focuses on high-conflict, complex matters, including custody, support, and property issues. Michael is a tough litigator who has extensive experience in negotiating, mediating, and litigating all types of family law cases. Michael resides...

Dhindsa Law's Brampton & Mississauga criminal lawyer Navdeep Dhindsa has an innovative problem-solving approach in finding legal solutions for all kind of criminal matters, providing his clients the best possible defenses for Domestic assault charges, Impaired Driving (DUI) offenses,...

Toronto criminal lawyer, Brian Ross, provides representation for those facing criminal charges including: ‘drunk driving’ offences, domestic assault, fraud, theft, all drug offences, criminal organization offences, murder, and more. Mr. Ross is a member of the Criminal Lawyer’s Association and...

Alan Brass received his Law Degree from the University of Ottawa in 1990 and was called to the Bar in 1992. Since then, Alan has practiced criminal law, championing the rights and interests of accused persons. Alan is respected among his peers as a dedicated, compassionate and hard-working...

Mustafa Sheikh is a lawyer who is dedicated on helping as many people as possible. He is solely focused on ensuring that anyone charged with a criminal offence has the legal representation they deserve. Mustafa Sheikh has handled hundreds of files for charges ranging from firearm offences to...

Meet Andrew Captan, a distingCS Criminal Defence is operated and managed by Andrew Captan and Varun Sharma, practicing in association for the purposes of Criminal Defence offer joint services in representing clients charged with a criminal offence.uished criminal lawyer at CS Law firm. With his...

Criminal defence lawyers from Farjoud Law provide service to Barrie and surrounding cities. Experienced criminal lawyers in Barrie have successfully represented clients charged with a all types of criminal offences including but not limited to the following: drug charges (possession &...

Ms. Jokinen is certified by the law society as a specialist in Criminal Law. She has been practicing Criminal Law for over 30 years and defends all charges under the Criminal Code all over the province. She has defended cases ranging from murder, arson, conspiracies, aggravated sexual assault...

Our Philosophy is to provide a client-focused approach in a fast, efficient, and responsive manner without losing sight of the quality of legal advice. Our Success is measured by your success. We endeavor to ensure success for our clients by seeking efficient and quick solutions to their legal...

Criminal law firm Passi & Patel is based in Mississauga, Ontario. Our criminal lawyers practice law all throughout the province of Ontario. We are fully dedicated to assisting people, who are presently facing criminal charges. We take great pride in our representation of our clients through...

Graham Zoppi practices as a criminal lawyer in Toronto, Newmarket, Brampton, Oshawa, Scarborough, and elsewhere throughout Ontario is brought to every case. He prides himself on his commitment to his clients and will work tirelessly to defend your constitutional rights and construct the best...

The professional regulation lawyers at Damien Frost & Associates LLP are dedicated to protecting your professional standing. Our team is comprised of expert regulatory compliance lawyers and professional discipline lawyers based in Toronto, Ontario. Our legal team will guide you through...

Costa Law is a full-service law firm that provides a broad range of services. These include civil litigation, criminal litigation, real estate law, business law, labour and employment law, family law, immigration law, wills and estates law, and municipal matters. Our firm is an integrated whole...

From the comfortable heritage building and convenient James St. location close to the courthouse, we at Bernstein Law Group provide legal services for all criminal charges, personal injuries, real estate transactions and legal aid. We also specialize in mental health issues. Our founding...

Mr. Marchand completed his articles with one of the top DUI lawyers (and competitor of Aitken Robertson), before he decided to become a member of the AR team. Mr. Marchand practices in all areas of criminal law, but he focuses on drinking and driving related allegations. In March of 2016, Mr....

Caryma Sa'd offers focused and results-oriented legal services at affordable rates. Her office is located downtown Toronto at 197 Spadina Avenue, Suite 402. During the initial consultation, Caryma will assess your matter and review potential legal options. An hour-long private consultation...

Mark Kelly is a graduate of both Wilfrid Laurier University B.A. (Hons.) and the University of Western Ontario (LL.B). Mark has lived in the City of Barrie since 1989 and articled with a prominent Barrie law firm. Mark's articles focused on litigation and he gained extensive experience in...

Julie Santarossa is a criminal defence lawyer who specializes in defending people charged with Possession Trafficking and Importation of Drugs Assault Sexual Assault Impaired Driving and Exceed the Legal Limit Regulatory Offences.

Randy Norris graduated from Osgoode Hall Law School in 1992 and began his legal career as a Crown Attorney in 1994. Having honed his advocacy skills during the prosecution of thousands of criminal cases, and having mastered the workings of the judicial system from the inside, Mr. Norris became a...

Ian Kostman was called to the Ontario Bar in 1983 and successfully practiced criminal law until he retired at the end of 2017. Ian appeared in courts of all levels in the Province, from the Ontario Court of Justice to the Ontario Court of Appeal. What drove Ian and made him an outstanding trial...

Michael Edelson practises in all areas of criminal and regulatory litigation, including corporate and white collar crime, extradition, mutual legal assistance, money laundering, federal and provincial regulatory offences, income tax evasion (as well as Excise Tax Act/GST investigations).

David has an active motor vehicle accident practice, and believes that it is important to focus equally on tort and SABS issues to ensure his clients are fully compensated. He has conducted numerous arbitrations, and has argued appeals at the Financial Services Commission of Ontario and the...

James Zegers is one of London, Ontario's most experienced criminal lawyers. Since 1995, Zegers Law Professional Corporation has been an advocate for people accused of a wide range of criminal offences, from shoplifting to murder, throughout southwestern Ontario.

Leonard has been practicing criminal law for over fifty years. In 1974, he was one of the founding members of the Defence Counsel Association of Ottawa and served as its first President. He was appointed Queen’s Counsel (QC) in 1980. Throughout his career, Leonard has practiced before all levels...

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Lucas Rebick is a Toronto lawyer practicing criminal defence. Protect your name, your reputation and your future. Charges defended include fraud, domestic assault, drug charges.

Casey was born and raised in Kingston. He left to obtain his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Guelph graduating with Honours in Criminal Justice and Public Policy. He continued his education, obtaining his Paralegal Graduate Certificate from Durham College in June 2012 and will be a...

I am a Criminal Trial Lawyer based in the Halton Region of the Greater Toronto Area I have been called as a member of the bar of the Law Society of Upper Canada as well as the Law Society of British Columbia. As a result of my experience and education I have been recognized by the Law Society of...

Our law firm is focussed on providing quality representation to individuals and corporations in the Greater Toronto Area and across Southwestern Ontario. Our firm's prime focus is Criminal Defence law. We handle cases from moderate to severe offences. We additionally provide legal services in...

The law office of Manpreet Singh Minhas is a Mississauga based law firm that specializes in all areas of Immigration, General Civil Litigation, Family Law and Real Estate matters. The firm has represented thousands of individuals in both provincial and federal courts.

David started his career as an Assistant Crown Attorney and later, continued as Defence Counsel. He has conducted hundreds of trials, allowing him to vigorously defend his clients against some of the most serious charges in the Criminal Code. His M.B.A. allowed him to pursue a successful stint...

Aitken Robertson offers clients the unique advantage of being defended by a team of 7 criminal lawyers for the price of one. Some of our criminal lawyers are Qualified Breath Techs allowing greater insight into the proper operation of breath testing instruments. Only a few lawyers in Ontario...

Mr. Neuberger is certified by the Law Society of Upper Canada as a Specialist in Criminal Law. He has extensive trial experience in the areas of sexual and domestic assault cases, homicide, fraud, drug-related offences and impaired driving. Mr. Neuberger has successfully conducted numerous jury...

Being arrested and charged with an offence is an unpleasant and stressful experience. Your freedom, livelihood and reputation may be on the line. Do not waste valuable time as the next steps you take and the decisions you make may be crucial to your future. The state has seemingly limitless...

Nathan Gorham is a Toronto criminal lawyer, whose practice focuses on complex criminal trials and appeals. He has a particular interest in defending the wrongfully accused, especially in cases involving dishonest or corrupt prosecution witnesses. With head offices in Toronto, Ontario, Mr. Gorham...

Kowlasar Misir is a lawyer with Costa Law Firm, where he practices in such major areas as criminal, real estate, immigration and family law. He is a graduate of the University of Ottawa Common Law program, prior to which he obtained a Master of Science in Analytical Chemistry from the University...

I am certified as a family law mediator and as such have helped numerous people resolve their problems quickly and in a mutually beneficial way. I serve as a Deputy Judge of the Small Claims Court on a regular basis, where I adjudicate on all different types of legal matters. I am actively...

The Law Firm of Kelly Greenway Bruce, with offices in Oshawa and Lindsay, Ontario, has brought together a team of personal injury lawyers, criminal lawyers, a family law lawyer, an employment lawyer, a corporate lawyer and a real estate, wills and estates lawyer, who use their individual areas...