CRIMINAL LAW

The Canadian Criminal Justice System can be very intimidating and often times, confusing.  However, in our Criminal Justice System and Canadian Constitution, there is a presumption of innocence, and that not everyone that is charged with an offence is found guilty.  It is ultimately the Crown Attorney who carries the burden of proving all the elements of the offence beyond a reasonable doubt.

For most people, being charged with a criminal offence can be the most destabilizing event in their lives, and it more often times the case that people who have never been involved in the criminal justice system, find themselves facing charges that can have long lasting impacts on their lives, and having to navigate a justice system that is very daunting.

A skilled criminal lawyer can advocate on your behalf and increase your chances of significantly lessening your sentence or coming to a reasonable settlement that is favorable to your case, possibly lesser probation, fine or jail, than originally screened or sought by the Crown Attorney. Steve will ensure that your best interests are guarded and protected, offer personal attention to each and every one of his clients, and help you navigate the criminal justice system.

 Areas of Practice

• Domestic and Sexual Assault

• Crimes of Violence (robbery, weapons offences)

• Fraud and Fraud-Related Offences

• Driving Offences (impaired DUI, dangerous driving, criminal negligence)

• Property-Related Offences

• Impaired Driving

• Search Warrants and Constitutionally-Based Defenses

• Drug Offences (possession, trafficking)

Legal Aid Certificates are accepted.

REAL ESTATE

For most people, the most common real estate transaction they are involved in is the purchase of a home, whether it is a single home, townhouse, duplex or condominium. Some other transactions involve commercial real estate.

​When transacting for a home purchase, there are several parties involved, including but not limited to the bank, real estate agent, inspector, appraiser and lawyer. Finding the right lawyer is vital for your peace of mind and protection.  

Allow me to make your home or commercial real estate purchase stress free and with due diligence.

 As your lawyer, I will:

• PRIOR to you signing any document, review your contract with the real estate agent.

• PRIOR to you signing any document, review your mortgage documents to inform you of your rights and obligations for finalizing the purchase and becoming bound by the terms of the mortgage.

• PRIOR to you signing any document, review the Purchase and Sale Agreement which stipulate the terms of the purchase.

• PROTECT your interests every step of the way.

 As your lawyer, I will:

• ENSURE your purchase is accurate.

• PERFORM the proper title searches.

• SEND a requisition letter to the seller’s lawyer to ensure transparency, accuracy of title and free from defect.

• ENSURE that you sign the proper documentation on time.

• ENSURE that we are prepared to complete the purchase on the agreed date.

• RECEIVE the mortgage funds from your bank on your behalf and hold them in my trust account.

• ENSURE that all mortgage funds are disbursed accurately and provide you with detailed accounting.

• TRANSFER the title to the new owner(s).

• REGISTER the mortgage.

• SEND you a final solicitor report.

• SEND your bank a final solicitor report.

PERSONAL INJURY

Any serious injury may be life altering and disabling. Injuries that are not of our fault can occur at any time and any place. It is vital to address the issues that surround an injury, to determine whether your case is likely to succeed.

Consulting a personal injury lawyer can make the difference by assessing where fault lies due to negligence, and where duty of care is breached, resulting in monetary compensation.  

If you have had a serious injury as a result but not limited to:

• Motor-vehicle accident

• Slip and fall

• Medical malpractice

• Acts of negligence

NOTARY PUBLIC

As a Notary Public, the following services are available: 

• take oaths of affirmation and affidavits 

• witness or certify, and attest, the execution of a document, 

• certify and attest documents to be true copies of the original.