Business Details
28 Years
experience
Trusted Criminal Defence Lawyer in Toronto | Patrick Metzler
Patrick Metzler is a seasoned criminal defence lawyer with over 33 years of courtroom experience, including a decade as an Assistant Crown Attorney. Our practice prioritizes meticulous preparation, personalized client care, and unwavering confidentiality. With a focus on complex criminal cases, we leverage deep prosecutorial insight to craft strategic defences. Our commitment to limited caseloads ensures dedicated attention to each client's unique circumstances.Recognized for excellence in teaching and legal commentary, we combine advocacy expertise with practical solutions for clients facing DUI charges, impaired driving allegations, and other criminal matters across Ontario.
Services
Criminal Defence
DUI Charges
Impaired Driving
License Suspension
Stunt Driving
Dangerous Driving
Weapons Offences
Sexual Assault
Domestic Assault
Corporate Fraud
Details
- Year established: 1998
Highlights and features
- We offer 33 years of combined prosecutorial and defence experience in criminal law
- Our team provides personalized attention through limited caseloads
- We maintain strict client confidentiality and discretion
- We have successfully defended complex DUI and impaired driving cases
- Our lawyer has received teaching excellence awards and prosecutorial recognition
Associations and certifications
- Law Society of Ontario
What people say
Personally answered the phone
Patient understanding ear
Well represented
Honest representation
Championed my virtues
Services
Criminal Defence
Patrick Metzler provides comprehensive criminal defence services with over 33 years of courtroom experience. Our approach combines prosecutorial insight with strategic defence tactics to protect clients' rights. We handle complex cases including DUI charges, impaired driving, and serious criminal offences across Ontario.
DUI Charges
Specialized defence for DUI charges and related offences. We challenge breathalyzer evidence and procedural violations to minimize penalties. Our expertise covers drive over 80mg charges, refusal cases, and license suspension matters throughout Ontario's courts.
Impaired Driving
Defence against impaired driving allegations involving alcohol or drugs. We address vehicle impoundment, insurance increases, and criminal record implications. Our practice includes challenging field sobriety tests and chemical analysis procedures in Ontario courts.
License Suspension
Representation for license suspension cases including drive suspended charges. We negotiate with prosecutors to reduce penalties and challenge unlawful suspensions. Our services cover mandatory ignition interlock device requirements and insurance implications across Ontario.
Stunt Driving
Defence against stunt driving and careless driving charges under Ontario's Highway Traffic Act. We challenge demerit point assessments and license suspension penalties. Our approach addresses vehicle impoundment and insurance rate increases for these complex traffic offences.
People
Patrick Metzler
Criminal Defence Lawyer
Former Crown Attorney with 33 years of legal experience, specializing in criminal defence since 1998. Recipient of Toronto Police Service Juvenile Task Force award and Ryerson University teaching excellence award.
Questions
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide complimentary consultations to discuss your criminal charges and potential defence strategies.
Which areas do you serve?
We represent clients across Ontario, including Toronto, Peel, York, Durham, and Niagara regions.
What experience do you have with DUI cases?
Our lawyer has 33 years of experience, including 10 years as a Crown Attorney prosecuting DUI cases before defending them.
What are the penalties for impaired driving?
Penalties include criminal record, license suspension, fines up to $2000, and potential jail time depending on circumstances.
How do you handle complex criminal cases?
We apply meticulous preparation, strategic defence planning, and limited caseloads to ensure focused representation for complex matters.
