Our team of lawyers at MMGD recognize that it can be a daunting and overwhelming feeling to be charged with an offence. There can be significant consequences and choosing the right lawyer is an important decision.
We take great pride in our reputation for passionate courtroom advocacy and persistently defending our clients’ rights and interests. With over 60 years of combined experience, you can feel confident that no stone will be left unturned when it matters most.
Criminal Prosecutions:
Our team handles all types of criminal prosecution cases including those under the Controlled Drug and Substances Act (CDSA), the Cannabis Act and the Fisheries Act.
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Bail:​
Upon arrest, some people charged with offences are brought before a court to determine whether the are to be released pending trial. Our lawyers are very experienced in conducting these hearings and have the knowledge to assist in obtaining an accused’s release.
Professional Discipline:​
Many professions (doctors, lawyers, pharmacists, etc.), have overseeing bodies who can discipline members accused of impropriety. Often these professionals are entitled to legal representation. The lawyers of MMGD are capable of representing professionals before disciplinary hearings.
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Appeals:​
Not all court findings are final. An accused or the prosecution can seek to have a verdict overturned in the Court of Appeal. Each of our lawyers are familiar with appeals and the unique challenges appeals present.
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Youth Criminal Justice:​
The justice system treats Young People in conflict with the law differently than adults. We know the various options available to Young Persons and how to best achieve results for them.
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Impaired Driving:
Covers a variety of criminal offences relating to the charge, sometimes referred to as Drunk Driving or DUI. Impaired driving offences include driving under the influence of drugs. Within this category are charges like; Impaired driving, Breathalyzer over 0.8, Refusal to take a Breathalyzer or Approved Screening Device, Impaired driving causing bodily harm, Impaired driving causing death.
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Drug Offences:
The Canadian Criminal Code outlines many crimes involving drugs including; possession, selling, growing or manufacturing controlled drugs and substances.
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Sexual Offences:​
This pertains to sex-related offences including sexual assault, child pornography, sexual interference, sexual touching, sexual exploitation, prostitution offences and obscenity allegations.
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Motor Vehicle Offences:
Relates to any of the numerous offences in the Criminal Code and Motor Vehicle Act that relate to driving a motor vehicle.
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Assault & Violent Crime:
Includes charges relating to assault ranging from Common Assault, to Causing Bodily Harm and the more serious charges of Aggravated Assault and Murder.
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Weapon Offences:​
Includes the charges relating to weapons offences like; possession, carrying, handling, storing or using an illegal firearm.
Areas of Practice
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Before assisting a client we have to make sure there’s no conflict of interest. We will need some basic information about the client (full name, date of birth, contact information) and their situation (charges, other individuals involved, etc.) in order to check for conflicts in our system.
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After the conflict inquiry clears, one of our lawyers will contact you to discuss the details of your case. If it seems like a good fit for both the prospective client and the lawyer, our office will send out a Retainer Agreement for the client’s review and consideration. The Retainer Agreement will set out the hourly rate and required financial retainer, as well as particulars with respect to each party’s responsibilities.