Frequently Asked Questions

No, if you hire a lawyer, a Designation of Counsel document allows your lawyer to attend court on your behalf. You are not required to attend court until notified by your lawyer to do so.

Every case is different and depends on the seriousness of the charge, the amount of work that needs to be done, the time spent in court, the importance of the case to you, and the outcome. There is no set fee, Dean D. Paquette’s experience will save you money in the end because he is not re-inventing the wheel and has extensive experience in all areas of criminal law that permit him to be efficient. He is always attempting to find for you the best result at a reasonable fee.

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Retainer Documentation received at the police station Your side of the story

Following your first meeting, Dean D. Paquette’s office will request disclosure. Disclosure is all the evidence the prosecution has against you. His office will summarize that disclosure and meet with you to discuss it and obtain instructions on how you would like to proceed, whether a negotiated resolution or a trial.

After every appearance, Dean D. Paquette’s office will communicate with you, advising you of the result of every appearance along with the date of your next appearance. He endeavours to keep you informed of every significant development in your case. He will summarise disclosure as it becomes available. Dean D. Paquette believes that it is critically important to keep his clients informed. He sees informing you in a timely fashion as a priority. He understands the importance of being accessible in cases of urgency.