Criminal Lawyer Mississauga2024-09-03T11:54:03+00:00

Our criminal defence team is known for our competent and compassionate lawyers who treat each criminal case with personal attention. Our Mississauga criminal lawyers always aim to become intimately familiar with our clients’ circumstances in order to ensure unique and personalized representation.

We defend our clients across all types of criminal cases, including DUIs, assault and sexual assault, sex-related offences and child pornography, fraud and money laundering, and drug and weapon offences. Our criminal defence lawyers in Mississauga help our clients secure bail, walk them through the criminal justice system, evaluate the evidence against them, and advocate for their most favourable possible outcome.

Our criminal defence team at Vilkhov Law is known for our competent and compassionate lawyers who treat each criminal case with personal attention. Our Mississauga criminal lawyers always aim to become intimately familiar with our clients’ circumstances in order to ensure unique and personalized representation.

At its core, our approach to handling cases is always to ensure that no stone is left unturned when we analyze your criminal matter. When working with us, you can expect effective and practical defence strategies, individual approaches, and high standards of communication.

Experienced Mississauga defence lawyers can fight your criminal charges. Call 647-977-5852 or reach out online for a free review.

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Serving Toronto and the Greater Toronto area, Igor Vilkhov and Joel Prajs provide criminal defence services to clients in Mississauga against all types of charges, focused above all else on providing excellent service.

The founder and principal lawyer of Vilkhov Law Corporation, Igor Vilkhov and experienced Joel Prajs handle each criminal case personally from beginning to end with integrity, transparency, and competence.

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Legal Services from Mississauga Criminal Defence Law Firm

Our Mississauga criminal lawyer defends you against all charges, from minor to complex cases. We provide legal assistance at all stages of a criminal process, from your bail hearing to your trial.

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Depending on whether you are charged with a provincial offence or other criminal matter, Vilkhov Law’s criminal lawyer will represent you either at the Mississauga Ontario Court of Justice or Brampton Ontario Court of Justice trying criminal offences in Mississauga. Depending on your circumstances, our criminal defence lawyer can schedule an appointment with you either at Mississauga Provincial Offences Court, Brampton Courthouse or at our Toronto law office, located in downtown Toronto at 121 Richmond Street West, Suite 1100, Toronto, ON M5H 2K1.

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Located to the west of Toronto on the western shore of Lake Ontario, Mississauga occupies a total area of 112.9 sq.mi. It is the second most populous city in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) after Toronto, with 718 thousand residents as of 2021. The city of Mississauga, along with Brampton and Caledon, belongs to the Regional Municipality of Peel, with the administrative centre in Brampton. It is bounded by Lake Ontario to the south, Toronto to the east, Brampton to the north and Oakville and Milton to the west.

Mississauga has its own courthouse located at 950 Burnhamthorpe Road West, Mississauga, ON L5C 3B4. The Ontario Court of Justice in Mississauga hears only provincial offences, including traffic and parking violations, municipal by-law offences, offences under the Liquor License Act and other minor offences.

Other criminal cases in Mississauga that are not related to provincial offences are tried by Brampton Courthouse. The Brampton Ontario Court of Justice, known as the A. Grenville and William Davis Courthouse is located at 7755 Hurontario Street, Brampton, ON L6W 4T1. Named after Albert Grenville Davis QC, former Peel lawyer and his son William Grenville Davis, lawyer and former Premier of Ontario, the Brampton courthouse accommodates both the Superior Court of Justice and Ontario Court of Justice.

FAQ about Lawyer Services in Mississauga

How much does it cost to hire a criminal lawyer in Mississauga?2023-07-18T17:45:31+00:00

Hiring a Mississauga criminal defence lawyer can cost you anywhere between $1,500 to $10,000, depending on your criminal case. For cases that go to trial before a jury or superior court, your legal fees can be twice as much, or more.

Many lawyers charge legal fees on an hourly basis, while others may set a base charge for each type of criminal case, with additional charges added as necessary. For hourly legal fees, you can check the fee schedule published by the Law Society of Ontario, which is often used as a reference point by many lawyers to set up their hourly fees. You can find more information about legal fees by speaking to your lawyer during your free initial consultation.

What should I expect from a free lawyer consultation?2023-07-18T17:44:55+00:00

A free consultation is a great chance to ask questions about your case and find out more about how your lawyer can help you. In order to ensure that your initial consultation is productive, you will need to be well prepared and have a list of your questions and documentary evidence ready before the interview.

During your free consultation, you can ask your lawyer about their experience with similar cases, their approach, and the possible outcomes of your criminal case. The lawyer will answer your questions, clarify the processes involved, outline possible scenarios, and inform you of their legal fees.

What do I consider when choosing a criminal lawyer in Mississauga?2023-07-18T17:44:17+00:00

When under criminal investigation, you will need the assistance of a competent criminal lawyer with extensive experience in defending against criminal charges who will treat you with personal attention and dedication.

You can investigate your lawyer’s experience and approach through testimonials on their website and customer review sites. You can also get a better understanding of whether or not your lawyer is a good fit for your circumstances by scheduling a free initial consultation and asking questions about their approach.

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ASSAULT

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Assault

A simple assault charge can change your life forever. A lawyer can help mitigate the negative consequences of this charge.

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MANSLAUGHTER

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MANSLAUGHTER

Section 234 of the Criminal Code of Canada defines manslaughter as any culpable homicide that is not murder or infanticide.

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FIREARM POSSESSION

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FIREARM POSSESSION

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.

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DRUG POSSESSION

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DRUG POSSESSION

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.

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SEXUAL ASSAULT

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SEXUAL ASSAULT

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.

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DANGEROUS DRIVING

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DANGEROUS DRIVING

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.

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MONEY LAUNDERING

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MONEY LAUNDERING

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.

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CRIMINAL HARASSMENT

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CRIMINAL HARASSMENT

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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Igor was amazing during the trial, he absolutely nailed it. Thank you for getting my life back.MARK SINGHMARK SINGH ★★★★★ Igor Vilkov, was the calm in a storm that I thought would never pass. Mr Vilkov always made sure to answer all my questions a concerns . When incarcerated Mr Vilkov always kept in touch with my family . Without his expertise I would have never received such a favourable sentence . He was able to get me a non costodaial sentence for 3 serious charges that could have had me locked up for 2 years or more . Mr Vilkov truly cares about his client's a there family and not just about fees . I would recommend Mr Vilkov to anyone who has been charged he is a true professional.Thompson RanjitsinghThompson Ranjitsingh ★★★★★ Very great SA lawyer very reliable .he will do a very good job in getting you acquitted. 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What sets him apart is his unwavering commitment to his clients. He genuinely cares about his clients’ well-being and will go above and beyond for you!Kevin DKevin D ★★★★★ Igor is a great lawyer and has provided valuable guidance throughout my experience with him. He has always been honest and straightforward which I appreciate very much. I would recommend him to anyone looking for a successful outcome.Narmatha SNarmatha S ★★★★★ Igor is a dedicated and intelligent lawyer, known for his commitment to his clients.I've witnessed firsthand his incredible work ethic and professionalism, which sets a high standard in the legal field. His ability to meticulously research cases and articulate arguments convincingly is truly impressive!Fred BalmerFred Balmer ★★★★★ Experience with Vilkhov Law was great, Igor made all my charges get dropped without any issues. I would highly recommend this firm to everyonejs_loader

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