Business Details
16 Years
experience
Ottawa Criminal Defence & Child Protection Lawyers
Established in 2010, Addelman Baum & Gilbert is a leading Ottawa-based law firm specializing in criminal defence and child protection proceedings. Our team of experienced lawyers brings decades of combined expertise in handling complex cases, including homicides, firearms offences, drug charges, and constitutional litigation. We serve clients across Eastern Ontario, including Brockville, Cornwall, and Pembroke, offering comprehensive legal representation tailored to individual needs. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our track record of successful outcomes and client-focused approach. We prioritize protecting clients' rights while navigating the legal system with precision and dedication. Our lawyers are recognized for their advocacy skills in both trial and appellate courts, ensuring robust defence strategies for every case.We also specialize in child protection matters, advocating for parental rights against agencies like the Children's Aid Society. With offices in Ottawa, we provide accessible, personalized legal solutions for individuals facing criminal charges or family-related legal challenges. Our practice emphasizes transparency, ethical representation, and minimizing the impact of legal issues on clients' personal and professional lives. By maintaining a client-centric philosophy, we ensure all legal services are delivered with clarity, compassion, and unwavering professionalism.
Services
Criminal Defence
Child Protection
Appellate Representation
Constitutional Litigation
Drug Offences
Firearms Charges
Driving Offences
Theft & Fraud Cases
Assault Defence
Parental Rights Advocacy
Details
- Year established: 2010
Highlights and features
- We have over 50 years of combined experience in criminal and child protection law.
- Our lawyers specialize in complex trial and appellate court proceedings.
- We serve clients across Eastern Ontario, including remote regional courts.
- Our team includes former Crown prosecutors with insider legal expertise.
- We provide personalized case strategies tailored to individual client needs.
Services
Criminal Defence
We defend clients facing criminal charges including homicides, drug offences, and assault allegations. Our lawyers provide strategic representation in trials and appeals across Ontario courts. With decades of combined experience, we protect clients' rights through evidence-based defence strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances.
Child Protection
Our firm advocates for parental rights in child protection proceedings against agencies like the Children's Aid Society. We represent clients in custody disputes and welfare investigations, focusing on maintaining family relationships while addressing court requirements through compassionate legal strategies.
Appellate Representation
We handle complex appellate cases in higher courts, challenging unjust verdicts or sentencing decisions. Our team prepares comprehensive legal arguments and documentation to pursue successful outcomes in criminal and child protection appeal proceedings.
People
Richard Addelman
Partner
With decades of criminal law experience, Richard Addelman specializes in complex trials and appeals. His expertise spans homicide cases, constitutional challenges, and child protection matters across Eastern Ontario courts.
Douglas Baum
Partner
Douglas Baum brings extensive trial advocacy skills to defend serious criminal charges including drug offences and sexual assault allegations. He focuses on strategic defence planning and courtroom representation.
Jason Gilbert
Partner
Jason Gilbert specializes in appellate litigation and complex criminal cases. His practice includes constitutional challenges and representing clients in high-profile matters across Eastern Ontario jurisdictions.
Joseph Addelman
Partner
Joseph Addelman focuses on criminal defence and child protection cases, combining trial expertise with negotiation skills. He represents clients in both urban and rural Ontario courts for diverse legal matters.
Questions
What areas do you serve?
We serve Ottawa and surrounding Eastern Ontario regions including Brockville, Cornwall, Pembroke, and Smith Falls for both criminal and child protection cases.
What types of criminal cases do you handle?
Our firm handles all criminal charges including homicides, drug offences, assault, sexual assault, firearms violations, theft, fraud, and constitutional litigation matters.
Do you handle child protection cases?
Yes, we represent parents and guardians in child protection proceedings against agencies like the Children's Aid Society, focusing on maintaining family relationships.
Can you handle appellate cases?
Our lawyers have extensive appellate court experience handling complex legal arguments in both criminal law and child protection matters across Ontario.
