Business Details
Experienced Legal Representation in Oshawa
O'Brien, Balka & Khehra is a dedicated legal practice serving clients in Oshawa, Ontario, with a focus on criminal defence, civil litigation, and personal injury law. Our team of experienced lawyers brings decades of combined expertise to every case, prioritizing professional, courteous, and personalized representation. We are committed to protecting clients' rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms while delivering results-driven advocacy. With a history of handling complex casesincluding homicides, serious personal injuries, and high-stakes civil disputeswe combine aggressive legal strategy with compassionate client support.Our lawyers have held leadership roles in legal associations and have been recognized for excellence by peers and clients alike. We serve individuals facing life-altering challenges, from motor vehicle accidents to criminal charges, ensuring thorough case preparation and transparent communication throughout the legal process.
Services
Criminal Defence
Civil Litigation
Personal Injury Law
Motor Vehicle Accident Claims
Wrongful Death Claims
Highlights and features
- Decades of experience handling complex criminal and civil cases
- Personalized, approachable client service with transparent communication
- Proven track record in homicide, personal injury, and civil litigation
- Leadership roles in Criminal Lawyers Association and Durham Law Association
- Recognized for excellence by peers and legal industry standards
Associations and certifications
- Martindale-Hubbell
What people say
Superior professionalism
Compassion and respect
Timely communication
Successful case outcomes
Empathetic support
Services
Criminal Defence
Our criminal defence practice handles serious charges including impaired driving, drug offences, and murder. We protect clients' rights under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms through aggressive courtroom strategies and thorough case preparation. With decades of combined experience, we leverage legal precedents and investigative resources to achieve dismissals, reduced charges, or acquittals while maintaining transparent communication throughout the process.
Civil Litigation
We represent clients in complex civil disputes involving corporate malfeasance, contract breaches, and high-stakes litigation. Our approach combines meticulous evidence gathering with strategic negotiation to secure favorable settlements or verdicts. The team has extensive experience in court trials and alternative dispute resolution, focusing on minimizing client stress while maximizing financial recovery in cases involving significant personal or business impacts.
Personal Injury Law
Specializing in personal injury claims from motor vehicle accidents, slip-and-falls, and wrongful death, we advocate for maximum compensation for medical expenses, lost income, and pain and suffering. Our lawyers handle insurance negotiations and court proceedings while connecting clients with medical resources. We focus on cases involving catastrophic injuries like brain trauma, paralysis, and life-altering accidents requiring long-term care and financial support.
People
Bernard F. O'Brien
Founding Partner Lawyer
Admitted to the bar in 1977 with a Harvard LL.M., Bernie has handled numerous homicides and complex civil cases. He served as adjunct professor at UBC and counsel for federal commissions including the Maher Arar inquiry, maintaining Martindale-Hubbell's highest rating for legal ability and ethics.
Thomas F. Balka
Founding Partner Lawyer
A Queens Law graduate with 25+ years defending murder and serious criminal charges, Tom previously led the Durham Law Association and Criminal Lawyers Association. His expertise spans complex criminal defence strategies and courtroom advocacy for high-profile cases across Ontario.
Sandip S. Khehra
Founding Partner Lawyer
Former Toronto police officer and Crown attorney, Sandy specializes in criminal defence and personal injury. Admitted in 2005 after McGill studies, he focuses on compassionate client representation while achieving successful outcomes in trials, plea negotiations, and insurance settlements.
Justin A. Guile
Associate Lawyer
Admitted in 2009 after Queen's J.D., Justin handles criminal defence and civil litigation with an emphasis on client communication. His background includes honours in history and political science from Ottawa University, applying analytical rigor to case preparation and legal research.
Questions
What areas of law does O'Brien, Balka & Khehra specialize in?
We focus on criminal defence, civil litigation, and personal injury law, including homicide cases, motor vehicle accidents, and complex civil disputes.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our lawyers have decades of combined experience, including former Crown attorneys, police officers, and leadership roles in legal associations across Ontario.
Can you handle serious criminal charges?
Yes, we defend all criminal charges from impaired driving to murder, using aggressive strategies and Charter-based arguments to protect clients' rights.
What personal injury cases do you accept?
We handle catastrophic injury claims from accidents, including brain trauma, paralysis, wrongful death, and insurance disputes requiring expert legal advocacy.
How do you communicate with clients during cases?
We provide regular updates, timely responses to questions, and clear explanations of legal processes to ensure informed decision-making throughout representation.
