Retaining a Lawyer in Ontario

The number one consideration for people when deciding whether to retain a lawyer is the cost.
 
Although legal fees can be expensive, a proper defence in court is invaluable.  Legal costs can range and depend on various factors such as the complexity of the case, the time and effort required of the lawyer, or the experience of the lawyer involved.  Lawyers in Ontario are highly trained and regulated by the Law Society of Upper Canada and are qualified to deal with the complexity of criminal cases in a very unforgiving and stressful legal system.

The best way to determine whether you wish to retain a lawyer is to call and schedule a meeting to discuss your case.  Most criminal defence lawyers, including myself, will provide an initial meeting at no cost where you will be provided with an estimate on fees and a general overview of possible outcomes and expectations for your case.

If you cannot afford a lawyer, some lawyers accept Legal Aid certificates.  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, I will accept Legal Aid certificates for most criminal offences. For more serious cases such as homicide, criminal organizations, or trials expected to take longer than several weeks, I will also accept Legal Aid outside of the Toronto area. 

 

 

Call (416) 220-0413 or email me at the address provided under contact information to schedule an appointment today. Be careful not to disclose any of the details of your case over email in case it is misdirected.

Simply state what you are charged with (not what happened) and indicate that you would like to set up an appointment. I will return your email or call within 24 hours.