Business Details
35 Years
experience
Your Trusted Criminal Defence Lawyer in Edmonton
Michel G Fontaine Barrister, Criminal Lawyer, has dedicated over 30 years to defending individuals charged with criminal offences in Edmonton, Alberta, and surrounding regions. Our practice focuses on impaired driving, drug offences, violent crimes, youth offences, and theft/fraud cases, with a commitment to client education and strategic legal representation. With extensive trial experience in Provincial and Queens Bench Courts, we prioritize transparency, ethical standards, and thorough case analysis.Our approach ensures clients understand their charges, legal options, and the judicial process, fostering informed decision-making. Recognized as active members of the Criminal Trial Lawyers Association, we combine deep local knowledge with a proven track record to protect clients rights and reputations. Our dedication to advancing tactful, forceful legal arguments has solidified our reputation as trusted advocates in complex criminal defence cases.
Services
Impaired Driving
Drug Offences
Violent Offences
Youth Crimes
Theft & Fraud
Details
- Year established: 1991
Highlights and features
- We offer over 30 years of specialized criminal defence experience in Alberta.
- Our client-focused approach ensures full transparency and involvement in your case.
- We provide strategic defences grounded in thorough analysis of evidence and law.
- Our team has extensive trial experience in Provincial and Queens Bench Courts.
- We prioritize ethical advocacy and protect clients rights with proven strategies.
Associations and certifications
- Criminal Trial Lawyers Association
Services
Impaired Driving
Our firm specializes in defending impaired driving charges related to alcohol or drug use. We analyze police procedures, challenge evidence, and develop strategies to reduce or dismiss charges. Clients receive clear guidance on legal obligations, potential penalties, and defence options tailored to their case.
Drug Offences
We defend clients facing drug trafficking, possession, or related charges. Our approach focuses on minimizing travel restrictions, avoiding criminal records, and challenging evidence. With expertise in Alberta courts, we prioritize reducing penalties and protecting clients futures through strategic legal arguments.
Violent Offences
Our practice includes defending violent offence charges such as assault, sexual assault, and domestic violence. We examine consent, self-defence claims, and evidence quality to build robust defences. Clients benefit from our experience in navigating sensitive cases with discretion and legal rigor.
Youth Crimes
We represent young offenders charged with criminal acts, balancing legal accountability with rehabilitation. Our approach considers the accuseds maturity and circumstances, aiming to minimize long-term consequences while ensuring fair treatment under youth justice laws.
Theft & Fraud
Our firm defends theft, fraud, and related charges by challenging evidence, proving lack of intent, or negotiating reduced penalties. We address shoplifting, burglary, identity theft, and financial fraud cases, focusing on preserving clients reputations and avoiding convictions.
People
Michel G Fontaine Barrister
Criminal Lawyer
Michel G Fontaine Barrister, a criminal defence lawyer in Edmonton since 1991, has represented clients in impaired driving, drug offences, and violent crimes. With over 30 years of experience, he prioritizes client education and ethical advocacy.
Questions
What should I do immediately after being charged with impaired driving?
Remain silent, contact a lawyer immediately, document events leading to arrest, avoid social media, and follow legal advice to protect your case.
How can a criminal record affect my future?
A conviction may impact employment, travel, and personal relationships. Our firm works to reduce or dismiss charges to minimize long-term consequences.
What distinguishes your firm in defending drug-related charges?
We focus on challenging evidence, avoiding convictions, and addressing travel restrictions, leveraging over 30 years of experience in Alberta courts.
Do you handle cases involving youth offenders?
Yes, we represent young clients charged with criminal offences, emphasizing rehabilitation and minimizing penalties under youth justice laws.
Can I travel internationally with a drug conviction?
Travel may be restricted, especially to the U.S. We aim to avoid convictions or secure pardons to restore travel privileges.
