Seasoned Toronto Criminal Law Firm On Your Side
We are trusted criminal defence lawyers committed to aggressively fighting for your rights, freedoms, and best interests throughout your legal proceedings.
Our approach has always been to ensure that no stone should be left unturned when we analyze your criminal matter.
Regardless of whether or not you are innocent, our criminal defence team always tests the Crown’s case and subjects the evidence against you to rigorous scrutiny. Our meticulous approach to evidence, effective and practical defence strategies, and years of experience with the Canadian criminal justice system allow us to effectively help our clients through the most difficult situations in their lives.
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EXPERIENCED TORONTO CRIMINAL DEFENCE LAWYER WHO WILL DEFEND YOUR RIGHTS
Whether you are under investigation or have already been accused of a criminal offence, involving Toronto criminal lawyers from Vilkhov Law is your best option for defence. Having an experienced criminal lawyer by your side as early as possible is crucial to help you navigate the legal system and protect your rights throughout the process.
As the principal lawyer and founder of Vilkhov Law, Igor Vilkhov handles each case personally from beginning to end. We understand that no criminal case is the same, and our criminal lawyers rely on communication with our clients to provide personalized representation in achieving the most favourable possible results.
Experienced Toronto defence lawyers can fight your criminal charges.
Call (416) 807-4477 or reach out online for a free review.
Criminal Law Services Across Toronto and GTA
Our lawyers practice criminal law exclusively, defending our clients against all types of criminal charges in courts throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area. We provide legal defence for all criminal matters, including impaired driving, assault (including sexual assault), financial crimes, child pornography, firearm possession, and drug charges, among others.
Why Choose Vilkhov Law Professional Corporation for Your Criminal Defence?
Our success record has earned us a reputation as a trusted and experienced criminal defence team in Toronto and throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Securing the right legal defence early on can make all the difference in your case. We offer:
Successful Criminal Defence Case Results in Toronto
Case 1: Assault Charges Withdrawn
Our client was falsely accused of assault following an altercation at a nightclub. By meticulously analyzing video evidence and cross-examining witnesses, Vilkhov Law successfully proved inconsistencies in the accusations, resulting in all charges being withdrawn.
Case 2: Sexual Assault Charges Dismissed
Our client faced serious sexual assault allegations based primarily on witness credibility. Vilkhov Law conducted a rigorous cross-examination, exposing inconsistencies and unreliable testimony. Our client was fully exonerated, and all charges were dismissed.
Case 3: Domestic Assault – Conditional Discharge Achieved
Charged with domestic assault after a dispute at home, our client risked serious penalties and a criminal record. By negotiating proactively with the Crown and presenting evidence of mitigating circumstances, Vilkhov Law successfully obtained a conditional discharge, preserving our client’s clean record.
Case 4: Impaired Driving Acquittal
After challenging the validity of breathalyzer evidence due to procedural errors, our firm successfully secured an acquittal for a client facing serious DUI charges in Toronto.
Case 5: Fraud Charges Reduced
In a high-profile mortgage fraud case, our firm’s diligent negotiation and evidence scrutiny resulted in significantly reduced charges and minimal penalties for our client, protecting their professional reputation.
Toronto Criminal Lawyers: Who We Are
Our firm is an independent law practice with a central office in downtown Toronto that provides a full range of criminal defence services. We believe that we are more than just a law firm, and pride ourselves in having built an environment where our clients are our top priority.
Focusing on achieving results, we consider our clients’ best interests as paramount. Our criminal defence team works hard to exceed expectations throughout each criminal case.
As criminal defence lawyers in Toronto, we strive to hold the state accountable to the principles of the Canadian criminal justice system. We are dedicated to helping our clients navigate criminal charges with minimal disruptive consequences and achieve the most favourable possible outcome.
Toronto Courthouse
The City of Toronto is the most populous in Canada, with 2.79 million residents, according to the 2021 census. Enlarged through the amalgamation of Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke, York, East York and the old Toronto, the City of Toronto occupies a total area of 244 sq.m. Located at the centre of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), the City of Toronto is surrounded by the regional municipalities of Durham, York, Peel and Halton.
The new Toronto Ontario Court of Justice was officially opened in February 2023. The new facility, located at 10 Armoury St., Toronto, ON M7A 0B9, is a 17-storey building hosting 73 hearing rooms, which include specialty courts for drug treatment, youth and mental health. The new building features modern technology, including an upgraded security system with single point-of-entry, electronic screening and lockdown capability, video surveillance and monitoring, barrier-free prisoner boxes and witness boxes.
The new Toronto Courthouse replaced six smaller Ontario Court of Justice courthouses in Toronto previously located at:
- 1000 Finch Ave. West,
- 2201 Finch Ave. West (this location only hears adult bail matters),
- 444 Yonge St. (College Park),
- 1911 Eglinton Ave. East,
- 60 Queen St. W. Old City Hall
- 311 Jarvis St. (only hears family matters)
Vilkhov Laws’ criminal defence lawyers serve our clients from our downtown office, centrally located at 121 Richmond Street West, Suite 1100, Toronto, ON M5H 2K1. You can schedule an appointment with our criminal defence lawyers for Toronto at our central office or at the new Toronto courthouse at Armoury 10 St., depending on your situation.
Areas Our Criminal Defence Lawyers Serve
Our experienced criminal defence lawyers proudly serve clients throughout Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). We regularly represent individuals in criminal cases across various locations, including Toronto, Etobicoke, Scarborough, Mississauga, Brampton, Newmarket, Barrie and other nearby areas. Regardless of your location within GTA, Vilkhov Law provides professional, confidential, and result-driven criminal defence tailored specifically to your circumstances.
Frequently Asked Questions About Criminal Defence
Choosing the best criminal lawyer involves evaluating experience, specialization, communication style, and proven success in similar cases. Vilkhov Law offers personalized strategies, extensive courtroom experience, and a track record of successful defences.
You should contact a criminal defence lawyer as soon as you are arrested, charged, or even if you’re under investigation. Early involvement can significantly impact the outcome of your case.
Yes, Vilkhov Law provides confidential, no-obligation consultations free of charge. Contact us at 647-977-5852 to book your appointment.
During your initial consultation, we will discuss your charges, review potential strategies, outline possible defences, and explain how the legal process works, ensuring complete clarity.
At Vilkhov Law, we offer transparent, flat-rate fees without hidden costs. The exact fee depends on your specific case complexity, discussed clearly during your consultation.
While no lawyer can ethically guarantee specific outcomes, Vilkhov Law consistently achieves favourable results due to our meticulous preparation, deep legal expertise, and vigorous defence strategies.
We specialize in all areas of criminal law, including assault, sexual assault, impaired driving (DUI), fraud, drug offences, firearm charges, bail hearings, and more.
Your case will be managed by an experienced criminal defence lawyer from our dedicated team. Led by Igor Vilkhov, our lawyers ensure personalized attention, tailored strategies, and effective communication throughout your case.
Other Areas of Practice
ASSAULT
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A simple assault charge can change your life forever. A lawyer can help mitigate the negative consequences of this charge.MANSLAUGHTER
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Section 234 of the Criminal Code of Canada defines manslaughter as any culpable homicide that is not murder or infanticide.
FIREARM POSSESSION
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It is a criminal offence to unlawfully possess a firearm, to possess a weapon knowing that its possession is unauthorized, or to possess a weapon (such as firearms) for a dangerous purpose.
DRUG POSSESSION
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Possession means that you have both knowledge and control of the drug or substance. It does not matter whether the drugs are actually yours or not.
SEXUAL ASSAULT
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Sexual assault does not just include non-consensual intercourse. Even activities, such as kissing, fondling or, any sexual touching without the complainant’s consent can constitute sexual assault.DANGEROUS DRIVING
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Dangerous driving is different from careless driving. The former is a criminal offence under the Criminal Code of Canada, and the latter is a Highway Traffic Act offence.
MONEY LAUNDERING
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Money laundering is essentially taking the proceeds of a crime and using them in another transaction in order to change or disguise the nature of those proceeds.
CRIMINAL HARASSMENT
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Criminal harassment is knowingly and without authority, engaging in conduct that makes someone either fear for their own safety or fear for the safety of someone known to them.
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