Defence lawyer Nicholas Charitsis leads a team of experienced Toronto criminal lawyers for criminal defence throughout the greater Toronto area (GTA).
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Charitsis Law is a criminal law office with many success stories and hundreds of positive client reviews. When you need to win, call Charitsis Law 416-731-7113, 24 hours.
Experienced criminal law office having appeared on over 4,000 cases.
Years of criminal trial experience in:
Our team of criminal lawyers consists of defence & trial advocates, paralegals, medical professionals and retired police officers, people with years of experience fighting criminal charges.
“No stone unturned” is our policy ensuring the best possible defence to our clients.
Your legal issue is our concern:
If you’re accused of a crime, then you need a criminal lawyer and trial advocate who is available 24/7 to help.
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★★★★★ Nicholas Charitsis Law office was absolutely amazing in getting my assault charges withdrawn at the Toronto 1000 Finch court. Nick and his team went the extra mile in so many ways. The domestic assault charges would have resulted in my deportation. Thanks to Charitsis Criminal Lawyers I am now a Canadian citizen.
★★★★★ Nicholas and his team were able to drop my Refuse To Provide Breath Sample to a traffic ticket. No criminal record and no suspension of my drivers license. He will give you the straight answers to questions you have and make you comfortable along the way. Nicholas delivered on his promise to have my charges dropped and get my fingerprints and photographs the police had on file destroyed.
★★★★★ Nick was on top of everything and was extremely prepared at the trial. When the judge asked him to provide a case similar to the one we were fighting, Nick pulled out 10 cases to show the judge. We felt comfortable and in good hands with Nicholas. He cares about his client’s interests and finding a way to win. You will not find a more skilful, trustworthy and hardworking criminal lawyer!
★★★★★ Nicholas managed to get my dangerous operation charge reduced to a careless driving charge at the Toronto Finch court house. Which is a huge relief because i can keep my licence, and no criminal record. I don’t plan on having any legal troubles again but if i do i’ll be going back to Nicholas. Very Happy with his service, would recommend to others.
★★★★★ My impaired driving charges were dropped after trial at the Brampton court. Nick was always professional and to the point. He kept me updated after every court appearance and even went the extra mile to have my fingerprints and photographs and police record of arrest removed. I’ve referred Nick to 2 of my friends with the same problem and he has beat both of their cases too!
★★★★★ I’m extremely happy with the results of my case. Nicholas was able to get my criminal charges dropped with no criminal record. His office was extremely helpful during the entire time that my case was being handled. I received excellent value for the fees that I paid. Highly recommend Nicholas to anyone in need of a criminal lawyer.
★★★★★ I cannot express how amazing Nicholas and his team are in the Toronto criminal courts. Nick was able to take a complicated Impaired care and control charge at the Toronto court and get it dropped down to a traffic ticket for me. As a result I saved my driver’s licence and get no criminal record. Nick achieved remarkable results and deserves all the accolades people are writing about him.
★★★★★ Nicholas delivered what he set out to do when I first hired him. His fees were higher than the other lawyers, but it was well worth the extra costs. I had a refuse to provide breath sample case and I needed to win because my job was on the line. My charge was dropped down to a traffic ticket. No suspension and no criminal record. Nick had the fingerprints and photographs destroyed.
★★★★★ I hired a different firm at first and regretted it. Hired Nicholas to clean up the other lawyers mess. Nick was on point and got my Dangerous Driving charge dropped in 2 weeks while the other firm was dragging my case on for almost 2 years. Don’t waste your time with other lawyers. Go to Nick first. Learn from my mistake people.
★★★★★ My case was very difficult and most of the evidence was not in my favour. Nic went above and beyond in terms of service and legal advice. All criminal charges were withdrawn and the fingerprints were removed. I would recommend Nic to anyone seeking legal advice, as I have never met a lawyer with the experience and knowledge of the legal system that Nic has.
★★★★★ I needed help with a domestic assault case. Nick treated me like a family member, making sure that everything was ok. Mr. Charitsis made sure everyone understood the facts and how the complaint was exaggerated by the police. I would absolutely recommend Nicholas to anyone looking for a skilled criminal lawyer with the compassion of a friend more like family. Many Thanks.
★★★★★ A family member was charged with impaired driving and drive over 80. Nicholas is a gifted trial lawyer. He is a highly skilled at criminal defence, and his cross examinations of crown witnesses was incredible to watch. The result after a three day trial was NOT GUILTY on both counts due to lack of evidence and a Charter Breach. Worth every penny and we strongly recommend him.
★★★★★ Nick delivered on his promise to get all my charges in court dropped in a record amount of time. His fees are more expensive than most lawyers but when your reputation, job and everything else is on the line, it was worth it to have peace of mind knowing that he would deliver positive results. I hope that I never need to a criminal lawyer again but if I do… the only attorney that I will call is Nicholas Charitsis.
★★★★★ Nicholas Charitsis is a hard working Toronto criminal lawyer. You will not find a more compassionate and knowledgeable lawyer. Anytime I have asked him for legal advice he has predicted the outcome with 100% accuracy. His experience speaks for itself. Well known by the judges and crown attorneys in the Toronto courts you will not find any better legal representation than his.
Past results are not necessarily indicative of future results and litigation outcomes will vary according to the facts in individual cases.
Toronto criminal lawyer Nicholas Charitsis is a graduate from Osgoode Hall Law School, in Toronto.
Nick earned his Bachelor of Business Administration degree (with distinction) from the Schulich School of Business at York University, Toronto where he graduated in the top 5% of the class.
In this video criminal lawyer Nicholas Charitsis explains his team approach to defending criminal charges.
Charitsis Law is a Toronto criminal defence law firm. We work to provide successful and positive outcomes in criminal defence by defending your rights, character and working to protect your future. Ninety nine (99) percent of the cases we’ve handle have ended in a positive outcomes, comparing to what they were originally facing. As your lawyer our goal is to get all charges dismissed, or significantly reduced and avoid criminal records.
As lawyers we believe that when arrested – people want and need to speak to a criminal lawyer for legal help and counsel. That’s why we have a criminal defence attorney available to help 24 hours. In addition, there are two (2) criminal lawyers assigned to each case. There is always someone available to handle any concerns you may have. We thoroughly investigate all legal evidence against our clients, and prepare each case for trial.
We pride ourselves on a professional legal defence. Our goal is to win your case, avoiding criminal records, suspensions and even jail. Our commitment is that we will do whatever it takes to win your case, with hundred and ten (110) percent effort. We work with you, so that our fees aren’t a burden on you – or your family.
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We Provide Criminal Defence for all Charges Including:
There is no fee or obligation to call and speak to us. The discussion is held with complete privacy and confidence with the lawyer.
During that phone call the lawyer will:
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The lawyer will be able to give you an opinion about your case, and tell you:
Where you decide to retain our services we will invite you to meet in our Toronto office or have a face to face Zoom online meeting. In that meeting we’ll discuss the case in detail, plan your defence and arrange for the first court date.
There is no fee or obligation to call and speak to us. The discussion is held with complete privacy and confidence with the lawyer.
During that phone call the lawyer will:
Send any documents for review by using the form at bottom of page.
The lawyer will be able to give you an opinion about your case, and tell you:
Where you decide to retain our services we will invite you to meet in our Toronto office or have a face to face Zoom online meeting. In that meeting we’ll discuss the case in detail, plan your defence and arrange for the first court date.
As Toronto criminal lawyers we care about the number of cases we take on. The goal is, fewer clients in order to provide the best possible service. Service and expertise one of main reasons why many of our clients refer us to their friends and family members.
As criminal lawyers we offer a free consultation, in person or over the phone.
During this meeting you can discuss your case with a lawyer. We can answer questions like – what are the penalties for the charge, what does the prosecution and police have to prove, and legal defences we can use fight the allegation.
When discussing your defence, this means either looking at how to get the case dismissed, or getting the charge reduced to avoid penalties like criminal records, licence suspensions and even jail.
Yes, defendants who are accused of a crime are required by law to be adequately represented at court either by a criminal lawyer or by self representation.
Criminal cases are built on evidence that must meet the standard of reasonable doubt. As Toronto criminal lawyers we can evaluate evidence at trial for legal applications, regarding truth and evidence by the police and any witnesses against you.
Arresting officers must follow all arrest protocols and rules of evidence when compiling evidence in an investigation. Many times over-zealous police officers and prosecutors have prosecuted innocent individuals. As defence lawyers we contest evidence that’s inadmissible and move to have any immaterial facts dismissed, which is something that a defendant usually cannot accomplish on their own.
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms guarantees a person charged with an offence the right to a lawyer to defend themselves.
This law has also been interpreted as giving the right on criminal defendants to represent themselves in court. If you’re a criminal defendant, charged with a criminal act, you might be allowed to represent yourself, but you’ll need permission to do so from the judge.
Whether or not it’s a good idea to ask a judge to represent yourself in a criminal case is up to your own best judgment, but it’s not recommended.
There is truth to that adage, that “the man who defends himself has a fool for a lawyer”. Even lawyers will think twice about defending themselves in criminal court. The consequences of a conviction could be harsh, especially if you’re charged with an indictable or serious offence.
Our Toronto criminal lawyers are experienced in criminal defence. We get each client the results he, or she, deserves.
Our Toronto criminal lawyers have all been recognised as by services such as Google Reviews, YellowPages, LawyerRatingz.com, and many others.
Our lawyers are passionate about one thing: helping our clients by focusing on service and results.
You can trust our Toronto criminal lawyers to guide and advise you what to do. We understand you’re relying on us to defend your character, rights and to protect your future.
When you work with us, we’ll explain our part, your part and work together.
Once an arrest has been made and the accused has been taken to the police station they will be required to answer a series of personal questions. The accused will either be:
The police must give the accused reasonable phone calls and be allowed speak to a criminal defence lawyer of their choosing or to duty counsel.
A court hearing called a bail hearing is held within 48 hours of being placed in custody. The accused is be allowed to meet with their defence attorney before the bail hearing takes place.
When the accused is taken into court, the court informs the judge of the crime they are being charged with. The court asks the accused to enter a plea of guilty or not guilty. The accused should consult their lawyer about which plea to enter before the hearing begins. The judge will then review the case to see if the accused should be held in custody pending the trial date, or released.
Pleading guilty is an admission of guilt, and the accused will be responsible for the penalties of the crime.
A plea of not guilty means the crown attorney must prove the facts of the charge beyond a reasonable doubt to the judge at trial. Any witnesses must appear on the trial date to give evidence.
Most criminal proceedings will appear before a provincial court judge, without a jury and the judge decides the outcome.
Where the accused is found not guilty, they will be allowed to go free. If the accused is found guilty, or if the accused pleaded guilty, a sentencing hearing will be held immediately unless deferred by the court. At sentencing, the judge will listen to submissions from both the defence lawyer and the crown attorney regarding the accused, including any past criminal record and background in deciding a penalty.
Many criminal charges including impaired driving and dangerous driving have mandatory penalties like licence suspensions and criminal records that the judge has no control over.
When you retain a criminal lawyer, the lawyer cross-examines and questions the statements and evidence of the police officer and witnesses.
A defence lawyer may even question the motivation for the arrest, especially when it’s obvious that charges are based on evidence that is weak or borderline.
Never plead guilty to a criminal charge when you are innocent, as criminal records can have a major impact on the life of the accused.
Criminal records issues can include:
A criminal lawyer is always an investment in your personal and families future.
Having a criminal lawyer who is willing to take a case to a complete trial can be important. It is never a good decision to go before the court without legal representation, and even the judge will question this.
The prosecution must only observe the minimal basic legal rights of the defendant and maybe serious about a conviction only because you’re the one thats’ charged.
In many ways, a defendant without a criminal lawyer may actually prove their innocence instead of the court proving the case against the defendant.
It is important to remember that, even when charges are generally sound, a reduced charge can often be achieved with good legal counsel.
Call us 24 hours a day at 416-731-7113 to speak with a defence lawyer about your case.
As criminal lawyers we’ve been well reviewed on every legal ratings service. We’ve represented many difficult criminal cases in Toronto and throughout the GTA, and have the experience to help you.
Our law office provides legal services throughout Ontario & the GTA, including Newmarket, Burlington, Hamilton and into Muskoka.
Our lawyers understand what you are going through, we’ve seen hundreds of cases. We are willing to go the extra mile to help you resolve your legal problems.
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