Business Details
Trusted Criminal Defence Lawyers in Toronto
Bojanowska Margaret has dedicated her practice exclusively to criminal defence litigation, bringing over two decades of experience in trial and appellate advocacy. Our firm specializes in defending clients against serious criminal charges, including murder, sexual assault, and regulatory offences, with a proven track record of securing acquittals and favorable outcomes in Ontario courts. As an Adjunct Professor at Osgoode Hall Law School and former instructor in trial advocacy, I emphasize rigorous preparation, skilled cross-examination, and client-centered representation. Our team combines deep legal expertise with a commitment to protecting professional licenses and ensuring justice for individuals facing complex criminal matters. 
Services
Criminal Litigation
Appeals
Regulatory Defence
Bail Hearings
Trial Advocacy
Highlights and features
- We offer over 20 years of exclusive criminal defence experience in Ontario courts.
- Our team has secured acquittals in complex murder and sexual assault trials.
- We specialize in appellate advocacy with successful outcomes before the Ontario Court of Appeal.
- Our practice includes defending professional clients before regulatory bodies.
- Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada for criminal defence expertise.
Associations and certifications
- The Best Lawyers in Canada
What people say
Fantastic lawyer
Fierce advocacy skills
Smartest person in the room
Triumph of justice
100% effective
Services
Criminal Litigation
Our criminal litigation practice focuses on defending serious charges through meticulous preparation and courtroom advocacy. We handle cases ranging from homicide and sexual assault to drug trafficking and regulatory offences. Our approach combines strategic legal research, evidence analysis, and vigorous cross-examination to secure acquittals and reduced sentences for clients facing complex criminal matters.
Appeals
We specialize in appellate advocacy before the Ontario Court of Appeal, challenging unjust convictions and excessive sentences. Our team prepares comprehensive legal arguments and leverages deep procedural knowledge to identify grounds for appeal. With extensive experience in criminal law, we work to overturn adverse trial outcomes and protect clients' rights through higher court litigation.
Regulatory Defence
Our regulatory defence practice protects professionals facing disciplinary actions before licensing bodies. We represent clients in proceedings involving the College of Physicians and Surgeons, College of Nurses, and other regulatory organizations. Through strategic representation, we defend professional reputations and work to maintain clients' ability to practice in their respective fields.
Bail Hearings
We provide urgent representation for bail applications, developing comprehensive release plans to secure pretrial freedom. Our approach includes preparing sureties, addressing crown concerns, and presenting compelling arguments to judicial officers. We focus on creating viable bail conditions while maintaining clients' rights throughout the criminal justice process.
Trial Advocacy
Our trial advocacy combines thorough preparation with persuasive courtroom presentation. We develop customized defence strategies for each case, from evidence challenges to witness examination. With experience in judge-alone trials and jury proceedings, we work to achieve dismissals or reduced charges through comprehensive legal arguments and client-focused representation in Ontario's criminal courts.
People
Bojanowska Margaret
Senior Defence Counsel
Criminal defence lawyer with 20+ years' experience in Ontario courts. Specializes in murder, sexual assault, and regulatory cases. Adjunct professor at Osgoode Hall Law School and editor of For The Defence magazine.
Alannah Marrazza-Radeschi
Defence Counsel
Trial and appellate lawyer with experience in homicide, sexual assault, and drug cases. Published author on sexual assault law and former research assistant at Osgoode Hall Law School. Member of Women in Canadian Criminal Defence.
Questions
What areas of criminal law do you specialize in?
We focus on serious criminal charges including murder, sexual assault, regulatory offences, drug trafficking, and appellate litigation in Ontario courts.
How do you approach defending professional clients?
We provide specialized representation for professionals facing regulatory discipline, working to protect licenses and reputations through strategic courtroom advocacy and negotiation.
Can you handle complex appellate cases?
Yes, we have extensive experience in appellate advocacy before the Ontario Court of Appeal, challenging convictions and sentencing decisions with comprehensive legal arguments.
What happens during a bail hearing?
We develop tailored release plans, prepare sureties, and present compelling arguments to secure pretrial release while addressing court and crown concerns.
How do you prepare for criminal trials?
Our preparation includes evidence analysis, witness preparation, legal research, and developing strategic courtroom presentations tailored to each case's specific circumstances.
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