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Trusted Criminal Defense Lawyer in Montreal
Andrew Barbacki is a distinguished criminal defense attorney with over 30 years of experience in the legal field. As a former Crown Prosecutor and graduate of McGill University with degrees in Science and Law, Mr. Barbacki brings unparalleled expertise to his practice. Our firm specializes in defending clients facing serious criminal charges, including drug offenses, impaired driving, sexual assault, and extradition cases. With a track record of hundreds of criminal trials, including over 40 jury trials, we provide strategic representation grounded in deep knowledge of both prosecution and defense strategies. Our commitment to client advocacy is strengthened by our understanding of the technical aspects of criminal law, particularly in cases involving breathalyzer challenges and complex evidence admissibility. We serve clients across Quebec and Ontario, with jurisdiction in Municipal Court, Court of Quebec, Superior Court, and Court of Appeal.Our practice extends to major metropolitan areas including Montreal, Ottawa, and Toronto, offering 24/7 emergency assistance when critical legal support is needed. Through decades of courtroom experience and a nuanced understanding of evolving legal precedents, we deliver authoritative representation that prioritizes client rights and outcomes. Our approach combines scientific rigor with legal acumen to challenge evidence and develop defense strategies tailored to each case's unique circumstances. We maintain active engagement with legal media and publish insights on landmark rulings that impact criminal defense practices, ensuring our clients benefit from the most current legal interpretations.
Services
Drug Offences
Impaired Driving
Extradition Cases
Sexual Assault Defense
Jury Trials
White Collar Crime
Automobile Offences
Court of Appeal
Domestic Violence
Theft and Fraud
Details
- Year established: 1986
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of criminal law experience with hundreds of trials
- Former Crown Prosecutor with insider understanding of prosecution strategies
- Science background enhances technical analysis of evidence
- Bilingual legal representation in English and French
- 24/7 emergency legal assistance available
Services
Drug Offences
Comprehensive defense against drug-related charges including trafficking, possession, and importation. Our approach combines technical analysis of evidence with strategic legal arguments to challenge prosecutions. We handle complex cases involving large-scale operations and international drug trafficking allegations.
Impaired Driving
Specialized defense against impaired driving charges using scientific expertise to challenge breathalyzer results and procedural compliance. We address both criminal penalties and provincial licensing consequences through strategic legal challenges.
Extradition Cases
Representation in extradition proceedings with focus on protecting individual rights and challenging improper requests. Our experience includes high-profile cases and understanding of international legal frameworks governing extradition processes.
Sexual Offence
Strategic defense in sexual offense cases balancing legal challenges with sensitivity to personal reputations. We address evolving legal standards and evidentiary requirements in sexual assault and related charges.
Jury Trials
Specialized approach to jury trials focusing on clear communication of legal principles and case strengths. With over 40 jury trials experience, we develop tailored strategies to effectively present complex legal arguments to lay jurors.
People
Andrew Barbacki
Criminal Defense Attorney
Former Crown Prosecutor with 30+ years of criminal law experience, McGill University graduate in Science and Law, specializing in complex criminal defense cases and jury trials.
Questions
What should I do immediately after an arrest?
Remain silent, do not answer questions, and request to contact Andrew Barbacki immediately for legal representation.
Do you handle cases outside Montreal?
Yes, we represent clients throughout Quebec, Ontario, and handle extradition cases nationally and internationally.
What makes your firm different from other criminal defense lawyers?
Our unique combination of Crown Prosecutor experience, science background, and 30+ years of trial expertise provides strategic advantages.
Can first-time impaired driving charges be dismissed?
We challenge evidence admissibility and procedural compliance to seek charge reduction or dismissal where possible.
How do you handle complex extradition cases?
We leverage deep understanding of international law and judicial processes to challenge extradition requests effectively.
What are your office hours?
Legal emergencies require immediate attention - we provide 24/7 availability for urgent cases.
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