Question 1

DO I NEED TO APPEAR IN COURT IF I HIRE A LAWYER?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 2

WHAT DOES IT COST TO HIRE A LAWYER?

Accepted Answer

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, our experience will save you money in the end because we are not re-inventing the wheel and we have extensive experience in all areas of criminal law that permit us to be efficient. We are always attempting to find for you the best result at a reasonable fee.

Question 3

WHAT METHODS OF PAYMENT DO YOU TAKE?

Accepted Answer

• Cash 
 • E-transfer 
 • Bank draft 
 • Certified cheque

Question 4

WHAT DO I BRING TO THE FIRST MEETING WITH MY LAWYER?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 5

WHAT HAPPENS AFTER MY FIRST MEETING WITH MY LAWYER?

Accepted Answer

Following our first meeting, our office will request disclosure. Disclosure is all the evidence the prosecution has against you. Our 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.

Question 6

HOW WILL I KEEP UP TO DATE ON WHAT IS HAPPENING WITH MY CASE?

Accepted Answer

After every appearance, our office will communicate with you, advising you of the result of every appearance along with the date of your next appearance. We endeavour to keep you informed of every significant development in your case. We will summarise disclosure as it becomes available. We believe that it is critically important to keep our clients informed. We see informing you in a timely fashion as our priority. We understand the importance of being accessible in cases of urgency.

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