Business Details
Your Trusted Legal Partner in Thunder Bay
Since our founding over 30 years ago, Courtis Desmoulin Law Office has dedicated itself to delivering effective and affordable legal services to clients in Thunder Bay and throughout Northwestern Ontario. Our practice areas include criminal law, wills and estates, personal injury, and institutional abuse cases. We understand that legal issues are among the most stressful experiences a person can face, and our hallmark is the protection and advancement of your legal rights. Our team of experienced lawyers brings decades of combined expertise to every case, ensuring personalized, result-driven representation. We prioritize client communication and involvement in strategic decisions, whether in criminal defence, estate planning, or personal injury litigation.Our commitment to justice is exemplified by Andrew J. Desmoulins work securing compensation for Indian Residential School Survivors through the Baxter class action. Emily M. Morris, our first female co-owner, brings specialized expertise in criminal law and Indigenous advocacy, while Hannah J. M. Gladstone provides compassionate estate planning solutions. We serve communities across Northwestern Ontario, including fly-in First Nations, and offer accessible legal aid options. Our reputation for professionalism, dedication, and client-centered advocacy has solidified our role as a trusted legal partner in the region.
Services
Criminal Defence
Wills and Estates
Personal Injury
Institutional Abuse
Estate Planning
Highlights and features
- We offer 30+ years of experience in criminal, estate, and personal injury law.
- Our team includes certified specialists in Indigenous law and mental health advocacy.
- We provide personalized legal strategies tailored to each client's unique needs.
- Our lawyers have secured compensation for hundreds of institutional abuse survivors.
- We serve remote and fly-in communities across Northwestern Ontario.
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Ontario
- Canadian Bar Association
- Ontario Bar Association
- Thunder Bay Law Association
Services
Criminal Defence
We defend clients facing criminal charges including assault, impaired driving, drug offences, and property crimes. Our approach emphasizes early intervention, client education, and strategic decision-making. With experience in bail hearings, trials, and sentencing, we protect clients' rights while navigating complex legal processes across Northwestern Ontario.
Wills and Estates
Our services cover estate planning, administration, and litigation. We help clients create wills, manage probate processes, and resolve disputes. Hannah Gladstone provides tailored solutions for estate planning and litigates complex inheritance matters in Ontario courts.
Personal Injury
We represent clients in catastrophic injury, motor vehicle accident, and sexual abuse cases. Our lawyers handle insurance claims and litigation, focusing on securing fair compensation while clients prioritize recovery. Free consultations are available for all personal injury matters.
Institutional Abuse
We specialize in cases involving sexual or physical abuse within institutions like residential schools and group homes. Our team understands the long-term impacts of abuse and advocates for survivors' rights through complex legal processes.
Estate Planning
We help clients create comprehensive estate plans including wills, powers of attorney, and trusts. Our planning minimizes probate fees and ensures assets are distributed according to clients' wishes while complying with Ontario's estate laws.
People
Andrew J. Desmoulin
Co-Owner
Specializing in criminal defence and personal injury, Andrew has 17 years of experience including the Baxter class action for Indian Residential School Survivors. An advocate for Indigenous rights, he combines legal expertise with community commitment.
Emily M. Morris
Co-Owner
The first female co-owner, Emily specializes in criminal law, Indigenous advocacy, and mental health law. With awards for academic excellence and moot court achievements, she brings strategic litigation skills to complex cases.
Hannah J. M. Gladstone
Estate Lawyer
A top graduate of Bora Laskin Faculty of Law, Hannah focuses on estate planning and litigation. She provides compassionate guidance for families while maintaining an active practice in Thunder Bay's legal community.
Questions
What areas of law does Courtis, Desmoulin Law Office specialize in?
We specialize in criminal defence, wills and estates, personal injury claims, and institutional abuse cases.
Do you serve clients outside Thunder Bay?
Yes, we serve clients throughout Northwestern Ontario, including remote and fly-in First Nations communities.
Can I get legal aid for criminal defence services?
Our criminal defence lawyers accept Legal Aid Ontario certificates and Nishnawbe-Aski Legal Services referrals.
What experience do you have with institutional abuse claims?
Andrew J. Desmoulin secured compensation for hundreds of Indian Residential School Survivors through the Baxter class action (2007-2017).
Do you offer free initial consultations?
Yes, we provide free initial consultations for personal injury cases and accommodate home visits when needed.
