The number one consideration for people when deciding whether to retain a criminal defence lawyer is the cost.  Although legal fees can be expensive, a proper defence in court is invaluable. 

Criminal defence legal costs can range and depend on various factors such as the complexity of the case, the type of criminal charges the accused is facing, the time and effort required of the lawyer, and the experience of the lawyer involved. 

Criminal lawyers in Ontario are highly trained professionals regulated by the Law Society of Upper Canada and are qualified to deal with the demands of criminal cases in a very unforgiving and stressful legal system. The best way to determine whether you wish to retain a lawyer for your criminal case is to call and schedule a meeting to discuss these issues. 

Many criminal law firms, including Robichaud's, will provide an initial meeting at no cost where you will be provided with an estimate on fees and a general overview of possible outcouss and expectations for your case. If you cannot afford a criminal defence lawyer, you may be eligible for Legal Aid.  Contact Legal Aid Ontario at the following link to see if you qualify for assistance: http://www.legalaid.on.ca/en/getting/ 

For cases in Greater Toronto, Robichaud's will accept Legal Aid certificates for most criminal offences. For more serious cases such as homicide, criminal organizations, or trials exapected to take longer than several weeks, I will also accept Legal Aid outside of the Toronto area.