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Your Trusted Ottawa Criminal Defence Team
At Affordable Defence, we believe that quality legal representation should not be a privilege reserved for the wealthy. Our Ottawa-based criminal defence firm specializes in providing experienced, results-driven legal counsel for individuals facing charges ranging from impaired driving to violent crimes, drug offences, and white-collar crimes. With over 60 years of combined experience, our team of dedicated lawyers employs strategic advocacy and a deep understanding of the Canadian justice system to protect clients' rights and futures.We prioritize transparency, affordability, and personalized service, offering free consultations and 24/7 emergency support. Our track record of successful case dismissals, reduced charges, and acquittals demonstrates our commitment to achieving the best possible outcomes for every client we represent.
Services
DUI Defence
Violent Crime Defence
Drug Offence Defence
Firearm Charges
White-Collar Crime Defence
Highlights and features
- We offer over 60 years of combined criminal defence experience
- Our team provides 24/7 emergency legal support
- We guarantee transparent, upfront pricing
- We specialize in complex cases with technical legal challenges
- We prioritize personalized client communication throughout the process
What people say
Empathetic and Humane
Extremely Professional
Worth every penny
Professional and supportive
Excellent service
Services
DUI Defence
Our specialized DUI defence team challenges breathalyzer accuracy, police procedures, and evidence admissibility to reduce charges or secure dismissals. We help clients navigate license suspensions, ignition interlock programs, and criminal record implications while providing clear guidance through Ontario's complex impaired driving laws.
Violent Crime Defence
We defend clients facing assault, domestic violence, and aggravated assault charges through evidence analysis, witness cross-examination, and strategic courtroom advocacy. Our lawyers challenge mistaken identity claims, self-defense arguments, and physical evidence to protect clients' futures and reputations.
Drug Offences
Our team challenges drug charges by examining search warrant validity, Charter rights violations, and evidence handling procedures. We defend possession, trafficking, and production charges while minimizing sentencing impacts and employment consequences for clients across Eastern Ontario.
Firearm Charges
We provide technical legal defense for firearm possession, storage, and trafficking charges by analyzing licensing issues, police procedures, and constitutional rights violations. Our lawyers leverage deep knowledge of Canada's complex firearms regulations to challenge evidence and reduce penalties.
White-Collar Crime
Our defense strategies for fraud, tax evasion, and embezzlement charges focus on disproving intent, challenging evidence credibility, and negotiating reduced penalties. We help professionals and business owners protect their reputations and livelihoods during complex financial crime investigations.
People
Fady Mansour
Partner
Recognized for exceptional client service and successful case outcomes, Fady Mansour combines legal expertise with compassionate representation. He prioritizes personalized communication while delivering aggressive courtroom advocacy for criminal defence cases in Ottawa.
Solomon Friedman
Partner
A former Supreme Court of Canada clerk and firearms law expert, Solomon Friedman brings extensive trial experience and legal scholarship to complex criminal defence cases. He regularly contributes to legal publications and policy discussions.
Vanessa Garcia
Associate
Vanessa Garcia provides dedicated legal support with focus on procedural fairness and evidence challenges. She works closely with clients to ensure clear communication throughout the defence process.
Brad Alford
Associate
Brad Alford contributes to case strategy development and legal research while maintaining direct client communication. His practice focuses on DUI defence and Charter rights violations.
Leah West
Counsel
Leah West provides strategic legal counsel with emphasis on complex criminal cases. Her experience includes handling technical evidence challenges and courtroom advocacy for serious criminal charges.
Questions
What criminal charges do you handle in Ottawa?
We defend clients facing DUI charges, violent crimes, drug offences, firearm charges, white-collar crimes, and other criminal allegations under Canadian law.
How can you help with DUI charges in Ontario?
Our experienced DUI lawyers challenge evidence, question breathalyzer accuracy, and develop defense strategies to reduce or dismiss charges and license penalties.
What happens during a bail hearing?
We represent clients during bail hearings to secure release conditions while preparing defense strategies for impaired driving, violent crimes, and other charges.
Can you defend firearm possession charges?
Yes, we challenge firearm charges by examining Charter rights violations, improper search procedures, and licensing issues in cases involving restricted or prohibited weapons.
Do you offer free consultations?
Yes, we provide free, confidential consultations to discuss your case details and legal options with an experienced criminal defence lawyer.
