Toronto Criminal Lawyers
As Toronto criminal lawyers, Charitsis Law defends people facing criminal charges at the Toronto courthouse at 10 Armoury Street and throughout the GTA.
If you are facing criminal charges, our Toronto criminal lawyers provide clear legal advice and build strong defence strategies. We’re focused on protecting your record, your licence, and future.
With over 25 years of criminal defence experience and hundreds of 5-star Google reviews from clients across Toronto, you can rely on Charitsis Law for strong representation.
If you need to speak with a Toronto criminal lawyer, call Charitsis Law at 647-930-0200.
When you speak with our Toronto criminal lawyers, you can expect:
- Criminal defence experience: Years of experience in the Toronto Courts, first as crown attorneys, then as defence counsel. This experience works in your defence as we know and understand the winning defences for your situation.
- Courtroom knowledge: Having appeared in the Toronto courts for years, we know what crown attorneys look for, how judges think and how to present winning defences.
- Practical direction: Communication and working with you, is how we win cases. Careful preparation and strong trial advocacy results in superior results.
If you are looking for clear legal advice, a strategic defence, and results that protect your future, you can rely on Charitsis Law.
Why Choose Charitsis Law in Toronto
Choosing a criminal lawyer in Toronto comes down to experience, results, and trust. Across Toronto, people turn to Charitsis Law based on years of defending criminal charges and the strong reviews that reflect our results.
Clients choose our Toronto criminal lawyers because:
- Direct access to an senior criminal defence lawyer
- Clear explanations of the evidence and how the Crown’s case works
- Early identification of legal issues and arguments that can be challenged
- Defence strategies developed at the beginning of the case
- Step-by-step guidance through the Toronto court process
These are the reasons why people choose Charitsis Law. As Toronto criminal lawyers, we provide clear answers, a strong defence, and experienced representation you can trust.
Charitsis Law is a respected Toronto criminal defence firm with a proven track record of defending criminal charges in Toronto. When you call, you’ll speak directly to a senior lawyer to discuss your case in confidence.
Toronto Criminal Defence
As criminal lawyers in Toronto, we represent clients throughout Toronto criminal court system, including matters heard at the Ontario Court of Justice on Armoury Street and other court locations throughout the city.
Criminal matters in Toronto may proceed through several court locations depending on the stage of the case:
- Toronto Regional Bail Centre — 2201 Finch Avenue West Is the bail court for Toronto. After arrest the accused maybe held in custody and then taken for a bail hearing at this court house.
- Ontario Court of Justice — 10 Armoury Street This courthouse handles most criminal charges arising in Toronto, including first appearances, preliminary hearings, and many criminal trials before a judge alone.
- Superior Court of Justice — 361 University Ave This court hears more serious indictable offences. Trials may proceed before a judge alone or before a judge and jury.
Depending upon the criminal charge and what stage the case is at, court process for your charges may move to different court locations.
Meet Our Toronto Criminal Lawyers
The Toronto criminal lawyers at Charitsis Law defend individuals facing criminal charges in Toronto and throughout the GTA, supported by over 25 years of criminal defence experience in Ontario courts.
Why Experience Matters at the Toronto Criminal Courts
As defence counsel, we know that experience counts in criminal defence. When people search for the best criminal lawyer, they are often looking for someone with real courtroom experience and a proven track record.
The criminal courts in Toronto are among the busiest in Canada. Our defence lawyers appear there regularly and have extensive experience responding to criminal charges, dealing with Crown Attorney’s office, and building strong defence strategies for our clients.
That experience shows up in how your case is managed:
- Clear communication and advice throughout your case
- Identifying weaknesses in the evidence that may not be obvious at first
- Understanding how the Crown builds its case and where it can be challenged
- Avoiding mistakes that can affect the outcome of your case
- Building a clear defence plan based on the facts and the law
When your case requires a strong and focused defence, experience in the Toronto courtroom experience can make a meaningful difference. Experience brings the judgment, preparation, and focus that only come from years of courtroom work.
What to Expect From Our Toronto Criminal Lawyers
The best criminal lawyers provide clear legal advice and help you understand your options, the evidence, and what to expect in the court process.
During a review of your case and the legalities, we will:
- Detailed review of your charge and disclosure: We will go through what happened, examine the allegations, and begin analyzing the disclosure to identify weaknesses in the evidence, inconsistencies, and potential legal issues that may affect your case.
- Assessment of the Crown’s case and strategy: Based on our experience in the Toronto criminal courts, we will explain how the Crown Attorney is likely to approach your matter and what issues may arise as your case progresses.
- Preparation for court and Crown meetings: We will outline how your case will move forward, including discussions with the Crown Attorney, Crown pre-trials, and how your defence will be prepared at each stage.
- Clear explanation of the court process: You will understand what to expect at each step, from first appearance to disclosure review, resolution discussions, and trial if necessary.
- Practical advice and next steps: We will provide clear direction on how your case can be handled, what decisions may need to be made, and how to move forward with confidence.
In many cases, disclosure is incomplete at the first appearance, which is why early review and ongoing analysis of the evidence can be important to your defence strategy.
Criminal Charges We Defend in Toronto
Charitsis Law represents individuals facing a range of criminal court defence. Each type of situation requires a different approach, and understanding the allegations early can make a difference in how your case proceeds.
We defend criminal charges including:
- Impaired Driving (DUI) – Charges involving alcohol or drugs can lead to licence suspensions, fines, and possible jail time. These cases often involve technical evidence, including roadside tests and breath samples.
- Assault and Domestic Assault – Allegations of assault may arise from disputes between individuals or within relationships. These cases often depend on witness accounts and require careful review of the evidence.
- Theft and Fraud Offences – Charges involving theft, shoplifting, or fraud can carry serious consequences depending on the circumstances. These matters often involve financial records and detailed evidence.
- Bail Violations and Breach Charges – Failing to follow court-ordered conditions can result in additional charges. These cases often focus on the specific terms of release and how they were interpreted.
- Professional and Regulatory – Criminal charges can have serious impacts on professionals, including licensing issues, employment consequences, and reporting obligations. These cases require a careful approach to protect both your legal position and your career.
Each case depends on its own facts, and early review of the evidence can help determine the best way to move forward.
Bail Hearings and Release
If someone you care about has been arrested, a bail hearing is often the first and most urgent step in the court process. Bail hearings in Toronto are typically held at the courthouse at 2201 Finch Avenue West. Bail hearings are presided by a judge or justice of the peace. It’s their decision whether the accused can be released from custody while the case moves forward.
At a bail hearing, the Crown Attorney will expect to see a clear and reliable release plan that addresses attending court, public safety, and confidence in the justice system. We suggest that at release plan should be prepared in advance with focused legal arguments to support release.
A well-prepared release plan can make a meaningful difference in whether someone is released and on what terms.
Where a family member or loved one is in custody we can help and prepare the release plan focusing on:
- Presenting a clear release plan, including appropriate bail conditions
- Addressing the Crown’s concerns directly and effectively
- Explaining key issues such as what a surety is and how a surety plan works
- Positioning the case for release as quickly as possible
Bail hearings move quickly, and the outcome can affect the rest of the case. Understanding bail conditions, sureties, and how release plans are structured is critical.
If someone you care about is in custody, call Charitsis Law at 647-930-0200.
Learn more about bail hearings, including bail conditions and what a surety is, on our Toronto bail hearing page.
Speak to a Lawyer Today.
If you’ve been charged with a criminal offence, you’ve likely already been told you need to speak with a criminal lawyer—by friends, family, and even the Crown Attorney in the courtroom.
Your call is free and confidential, and you will speak directly with an experienced criminal lawyer who can help you move forward with confidence. Call 647-930-0200 and let’s get started.
Speaking with our Toronto criminal lawyers gives you clear advice based our years in the Toronto court system.
FAQs from our Criminal Defence Counsel
Q. How do I choose the best Toronto criminal lawyer for my case?
A. When people search for the best lawyer, they are usually looking for experience, courtroom knowledge, and a lawyer who regularly appears at the criminal court at 10 Armoury Street. At Charitsis Law, our criminal defence service focus’s on reviewing the evidence, identifying weaknesses in the Crown’s case, and building a defence strategy based on how cases are actually handled in this courthouse.
Choosing the right lawyer comes down to experience and approach, including:
- Regularly appear at the Toronto criminal court at 10 Armoury Street
- Explain disclosure, the court process, and your options in clear terms
- Identify legal issues and weaknesses in the evidence early
- Build a defence strategy aimed at challenging the case and improving your position
If you are comparing lawyers, call today and learn how your case would be handled and what steps can be taken right away.
Q. How much does a lawyer cost and how are fees structured?
A. The cost of hiring a defence lawyer handling criminal matters, depends on the type of charge, the complexity of the evidence, and whether the case resolves early or proceeds to trial at the Toronto criminal court on 10 Armoury Street. At Charitsis Law, we provide clear and explanation of the costs upfront, so you understand what to expect.
In many cases:
- Matters that resolve early are typically more cost-effective, e.g if we can have your charge withdrawn or reduced at pre-trial hearing the costs are less than if the case goes to a full trial.
- Trials require additional preparation and court time, where there isn’t a resolution, the case may go to trial, trials can be a day or longer, remands, preparations and investigations can cost more.
- Our approach is based on resolving your case as efficiently as possible while still doing the work needed to defend it properly. The goal is to have the charge withdrawn or resolved early, which reduces the time you spend in the court and reduces costs.
Our goal is always to achieve a strong result while being mindful of your time, your situation, and the overall cost to you. Where an early resolution is possible, we pursue it. Where the case needs to be challenged or goes to trial, we prepare it properly building a strong defence strategy.
Q. What experience should a defence lawyer have with cases like mine?
A. At Charitsis Law, we have over 25 years of experience defending criminal charges. Having appeared in the Toronto courts hundreds of times, we understand how similar cases were won, what evidence the Crown relies on, and where potential issues may arise.
Our Toronto criminal lawyers:
- Have experience defending a wide range of criminal charges
- Understand how the Crown Attorney approaches similar cases
- Recognize common legal issues and opportunities to challenge the evidence
- Bring real courtroom experience to trials and contested hearings
If you are facing criminal charges, speaking with a trial lawyer will give you a clearer understanding of how your case can be approached based on experience with similar matters.
Q. What is your initial assessment of my case and what defence strategy would you consider?
A. When you speak legal counsel, we begin by reviewing the details of your case (the disclosure and your version of what happened) and assessing how we can represent you. While full disclosure is needed for a complete analysis, we can often identify early issues and outline how your defence may be developed.
Our Toronto criminal lawyers will:
- Review the circumstances of your charge
- Identify possible weaknesses or inconsistencies in the evidence
- Consider whether legal or Charter issues may arise
- Explain how your case may proceed through the Toronto court process
The goal of your consultation is to give you clear direction and a practical understanding of how your case can be approached moving forward.
Q. Will you personally handle my case and how will communication work throughout the process?
A. At Charitsis Law, your case is handled by a team of experienced criminal defence lawyers with a primary lawyer working together to develop your defence. This team-based approach means your case benefits from the input and experience of multiple lawyers, rather than relying on a single individual.
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- Your case is reviewed and discussed as part of a team strategy
- You receive the benefit of multiple perspectives on how to approach your defence
- A primary lawyer will manage your case and keep you informed at each stage
This approach allows us to strengthen your defence and respond more effectively to the evidence and how your case is handled at the Toronto criminal court. If you have questions about your case, call and lets just have a conversation and discuss your case.
