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37 Years
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Trusted Criminal Defence Services in Toronto
John Struthers is a seasoned criminal defence lawyer serving the Greater Toronto Area with over 30 years of experience. Our practice focuses on defending clients against serious criminal charges, including murder, weapons offences, DUIs, drug-related crimes, and assault. With a career spanning decades, we have successfully represented clients in high-profile cases, leveraging deep expertise in criminal law and a commitment to protecting individual liberties. As a former assistant Crown attorney and Provincial Director of the Criminal Lawyers Association, we bring unparalleled insight into both prosecution and defence strategies. Our work extends beyond the courtroom, advocating for legal reforms and providing commentary on criminal justice issues in national media outlets.We prioritize client communication, ensuring transparent and strategic representation tailored to each case's unique circumstances. Our dedication to justice has resulted in numerous acquittals and landmark rulings that have shaped legal standards in Ontario. We remain actively involved in legal education, mentoring future professionals, and addressing systemic issues within the criminal justice system. Our practice combines relentless advocacy with a profound understanding of the law's complexities to achieve the best possible outcomes for our clients.
Services
Murder Charges
Weapons Charges
DUI Charges
Bail Hearings
Drug Charges
Assault Charges
Property Charges
Details
- Year established: 1989
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in criminal defence law with a focus on high-stakes cases.
- Our team has successfully defended over 100 murder charges in various courts.
- We provide media commentary and legal analysis on criminal justice issues nationally.
- Our practice combines former Crown attorney insights with defence strategy expertise.
- We advocate for systemic legal reforms while maintaining a client-centric approach.
What people say
Go-to guy when the going gets rough
One of the best lawyers in Toronto
Enviable record of acquittals
Services
Murder Charges
Defending clients against first-degree murder, second-degree murder, and manslaughter charges requires specialized legal expertise. Our practice has handled over 100 homicide cases, including high-profile trials that set legal precedents. We provide strategic representation from initial investigations through jury trials, focusing on evidence challenges and constitutional rights violations.
Weapons Charges
Addressing complex weapons possession and usage charges under Canadian law, we challenge mandatory minimum sentences and procedural violations. Our defence strategies examine police conduct, evidence handling, and constitutional challenges to firearm regulations while advocating for client rights in both urban and rural jurisdictions.
D.U.I. Charges
Handling DUI cases involving alcohol or drug impairment requires understanding technical evidence and procedural rights. We challenge breathalyzer accuracy, roadside testing validity, and Charter rights violations while addressing license suspension consequences and potential life sentence implications in fatal accident cases.
Bail Hearings
Securing pretrial release involves strategic negotiations and judicial advocacy during bail hearings. We focus on creating reasonable release conditions, challenging detention justifications, and ensuring clients' ability to prepare their defence while maintaining community safety standards.
Drug Charges
Defending drug-related charges from simple possession to trafficking allegations requires challenging police procedures and evidence integrity. We address racial profiling claims, Charter violations, and sentencing disparities while advocating for alternative resolutions to traditional prosecution models.
People
John Struthers
Criminal Defence Lawyer
With over 30 years of criminal law experience, John Struthers has defended numerous high-profile cases including murder trials and landmark racial profiling rulings. A former Crown attorney and Provincial Director of the Criminal Lawyers Association, he combines prosecution insights with defence advocacy while contributing legal analysis to national media outlets.
Questions
What areas of criminal law does John Struthers specialize in?
He specializes in murder, weapons charges, DUIs, drug offences, and bail hearings.
What experience does John Struthers have with high-profile cases?
He has defended over 100 murder charges and handled landmark cases involving racial profiling and forensic pathology reforms.
Does the firm offer legal consultations for non-emergency situations?
Yes, clients can book a consultation through the website for non-urgent matters.
How does John Struthers approach client representation?
He combines former Crown attorney insights with aggressive defence strategies tailored to each case.
