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(647) 491-5237 Our experienced Scarborough criminal lawyers have successfully defended clients facing a wide range of charges, from sexual assault and impaired driving to complex fraud and violent offences. We serve all neighbourhoods of Scarborough, including Malvern, Guildwood, Woburn, Agincourt, Birch Cliff, and Highland Creek. We offer strategic legal support at every stage of the criminal process, both in-person and remotely.
Criminal defence lawyers at Vilkhov Law are well known for their dedication, unique representation abilities, and personalized attention to each case. We believe in a client-focused partnership approach, acting in your best interest while holding the Crown accountable to the principles of Canada’s criminal justice system.
Scarborough criminal lawyers at Vilkhov Law represent clients throughout the Greater Toronto Area, with a special focus on Scarborough. While our main office is in downtown Toronto, we also meet clients by appointment at 100 Consilium Place, Suite 200, Scarborough, ON M1H 3E3 to better serve the Scarborough community.
We work with clients from all neighbourhoods, including Guildwood, Malvern, Woburn, Birch Cliff, and Highland Creek. Our team regularly appears before the Scarborough Ontario Court of Justice at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East, providing strong, local legal representation.
Our Scarborough criminal lawyers handle all types of criminal matters, from impaired driving, simple assault, firearm or drug possession to the most complex cases involving financial crimes or sex-related offences. We provide legal representation in all courthouses of Toronto, including Scarborough Ontario Court of Justice at all stages of criminal cases, focusing on achieving the most desirable results for our clients.
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At Vilkhov Law, our growing team of defence lawyers brings together deep experience, diverse perspectives, and a shared commitment to protecting clients’ rights across Scarborough. From strategic bail hearings to complex trials, we offer hands-on legal support tailored to your specific case.
Our legal team continues to expand in order to meet growing demand across Scarborough and the Greater Toronto Area.
Igor Vilkhov specializes in the full range of criminal legal services. As a principal lawyer and founder of Vilkhov Law, Igor is focused on providing his clients with excellent service, and handles each case with your best interests as his priority.
Our team believes that a personal approach is key in building a strong defence and ensuring a favourable outcome. Serving clients in Scarborough, Igor personally appears at every court hearing and handles each case from the beginning to the end. He, along with other lawyers on the team, has represented clients from across Scarborough — including Malvern, Agincourt, Birch Cliff, Highland Creek, and Guildwood — delivering strategic defence tailored to each unique case.
At Vilkhov Law, we offer legal representation for all types of criminal charges in Scarborough, serving clients across Scarborough, from Highland Creek to Woburn.
As experienced Scarborough sexual assault lawyers, we have a proven record of defending clients in local courts and achieving positive outcomes. Similar to other sexual offences in Canada, sexual assault charges are fraught with not only prison time and the potential of a criminal record, but also social stigma and registration with the National Sex Offender Registry (NSOR). Anyone facing sexual assault charges would benefit from having a lawyer involved early in their case to defend them against false accusations and develop a strong line of defence.
Most sexual assault cases are credibility cases with no witnesses, which require meticulous examination of the evidence and thorough preparation. Vilkhov Law sexual assault lawyers in Scarborough will cross-examine the accusations against you, look for inconsistencies in the evidence, and subject the credibility of the complainant to scrutiny.
Unlawful or unauthorized possession of a firearm is a criminal offence vigorously prosecuted due to its dangerous nature, and these offences can carry mandatory incarceration sentences and result in a prison time of up to ten years.
The Criminal Code of Canada has a broad definition for firearms, including any barrelled weapon which can discharge a bullet, as well as imitations. An experienced criminal lawyer in Scarborough will evaluate the alleged firearm and evidence against you, check for any Charter rights violations and other errors in the criminal process, and work to secure your best possible outcome under the circumstances.
In the Canadian Criminal Code, accessing, possessing, distributing, or making child pornography are all treated as highly serious crimes due to the vulnerability of children. Sex offences involving minors and child pornography are also the most stigmatizing, accompanied by the DNA, SOIRA and Section 161 orders.
Consulting a child pornography lawyer early in the process can make all the difference to ensure your defence strategy is on the right track. Our criminal defence lawyers in Scarborough from Vilkhov Law will work to assess all the evidence against you, help you mount a quality defence, and minimize the disruptive consequences of being charged with child pornography.
During your bail hearing, the judge will decide if you should stay in custody or be released until trial. Most accused will seek bail to avoid detention after their initial arrest.
Although the onus to prove why someone should be detained is on the Crown, you will still need to be well-prepared in order to explain your personal circumstances during your bail hearing. Scarborough criminal lawyers from Vilkhov Law will help you develop a comprehensive release plan, gather necessary evidence, and ensure professional legal representation during your bail hearing.
Compared to other crimes, impaired driving by alcohol or drugs continues to be the leading cause of deaths and injuries in Canada. Impaired driving charges are treated very seriously and can gravely affect your life, resulting in driving prohibition, higher insurance rates, fines, jail time, or even a criminal record.
Our criminal defence lawyers in Scarborough from Vilkhov Law implement comprehensive defence strategies in impaired driving cases. We will identify any errors in the criminal process, speak to the Crown on your behalf, and negotiate and advise you of your options.
Criminal law in Canada defines assault as broadly encompassing any intentional application of force, either directly or indirectly, to another person without their consent. The consequences of being found guilty of assault are substantial, and can include fines and jail time for several years.
Anyone accused of assault needs a robust defence strategy to minimize the disrupting potential consequences of criminal charges. Our criminal lawyers in Scarborough will help you navigate criminal law applicable to your assault, assess all the evidence against you, and mount a strong defence.
In Canada, fraud includes a wide list of offences which put the complainant at risk of financial loss, ranging from credit card, medical, and Internet fraud to stock and tax fraud. Like most financial crimes, defence for fraud can be nuanced and complicated and involve lengthy disclosure, including hundreds of pages of documents and hours of police interviews.
Our legal team of Vilkhov Law is well-versed in defence against fraud allegations and fighting these charges. Our criminal defence lawyer in Scarborough will review all the disclosure against you, gather additional evidence, combat false accusations, and assist with settlement negotiations.
Laundering the proceeds of a crime, also known as money laundering, can hold severe consequences. As a federal offence, money laundering is treated very seriously and prosecuted by the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC).
Similar to fraud, defence against charges in money laundering calls for full disclosure of the evidence against you, and you will need a criminal lawyer by your side to access all the evidence, as the Crown will release certain items of the disclosure only to your legal counsel. Our team at Vilkhov Law will review disclosure, negotiate with the federal Crown on your behalf, and help you develop a strong defence strategy to fight your money laundering charges.
Governed by the Controlled Drugs and Substances Act (CDSA), drug offences, including drug possession and drug trafficking, are federal offences falling under the jurisdiction of the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC). These charges vary depending on the type of drug, its quantity, and the type of the offence, and can include mandatory minimum penalties and long-term imprisonment.
When the Crown charges you for drug possession, they need to prove that you had both knowledge of and control over the prohibited substance. An experienced criminal defence lawyer in Scarborough at Vilkhov Law will help contest the elements of your drug offences, determine if your Charter rights were observed, and advise on your options.
In addition to the services listed above, our criminal defence team also handles a wide range of serious and complex cases, including: manslaughter, murder, domestic assault, uttering threats, and criminal harassment. No matter the complexity of your criminal charges, our Scarborough criminal defence lawyers provide personalized strategies and local experience you can trust.
If you are charged with a criminal offence and required to attend the Scarborough Ontario Court of Justice, don’t hesitate to get in touch with our criminal lawyers from Vilkhov Law. We provide defence in criminal cases for all courts of Toronto and the Greater Toronto Area, including Scarborough.
While our office is centrally based in the heart of Toronto at 121 Richmond Street West, we frequently travel to Scarborough to represent our clients. You can schedule your legal appointment with us at our Toronto office, or meet us at the Scarborough Courthouse at 1911 Eglinton Avenue East, depending on your circumstances and preference.
With deep roots in the Scarborough legal community, our team has earned a reputation as leading Scarborough criminal lawyers for results, integrity, and local knowledge. If you’re going through a stressful time with your criminal case, it’s important to work with the most experienced and compassionate lawyer possible by your side. At Vilkhov Law, we are dedicated to representing you with personal attention and excellent defence services.
Below are several examples of how we’ve helped clients in Scarborough navigate complex criminal charges. Each case required a tailored legal strategy and resulted in a favourable outcome.
| Case Title | Summary | Outcome |
|---|---|---|
| Drug Possession Charges Resolved Without Conviction | A young adult from Guildwood was caught with a small amount of narcotics. We secured a resolution through the Alternative Measures Program. | No criminal record |
| DUI Charge — No Criminal Record | A first-time offender was stopped on Lawrence Avenue East. We challenged breath test procedures. | Resolved without conviction or licence loss |
| Domestic Assault — Charges Stayed | Client in Malvern was charged in a domestic dispute. Presented mitigating factors including counselling and lack of prior history. | Charges were stayed by the Crown |
| Sexual Assault Allegation Withdrawn | A client from Birch Cliff was accused of sexual assault. We cross-examined key inconsistencies in the complainant’s statement and uncovered digital contradictions. | Charge withdrawn pre-trial |
| Fraud Charge Resolved with Restitution | A small business owner in Cliffcrest was accused of payroll fraud. After negotiation and presentation of the mitigating financial context, the Crown accepted restitution. | Charges withdrawn after repayment |
| Bail Secured for Drug Trafficking Accused | A client from Agincourt was arrested for trafficking Schedule I substances. We proposed a strong release plan with supervision and successfully argued for release at bail hearing. | Bail granted with conditions |
Yes, we frequently represent clients at the Scarborough courthouse and know the local legal procedures.
Yes. We have extensive experience representing youth under the Youth Criminal Justice Act. We guide families through the legal process and help protect the young person’s future by seeking rehabilitative outcomes.
We are available 24/7 and can usually provide immediate legal assistance, including evenings and weekends.
We handle a wide range of charges, including assault, DUI, drug offences, theft, domestic violence, and more. Every case is different — we offer personalized legal strategies based on your situation.
Yes. Even for first-time offenders, criminal charges can have lasting consequences. A criminal defence lawyer can help you understand your rights, negotiate with the Crown, and possibly avoid a criminal record.
Legal fees can vary depending on the complexity of the charges, the stage of the case, and whether it proceeds to trial. We offer clear, upfront quotes and flexible payment options. Contact us for a confidential consultation.
Most criminal cases in the Scarborough area are heard at the Scarborough Courthouse located on Ellesmere Road. We regularly represent clients at this location and are familiar with the local court procedures. Most criminal cases in the area — whether from West Hill, Cliffcrest, or Morningside — are heard at the Scarborough Courthouse on Ellesmere Road.
We offer meetings by appointment in Scarborough to better serve local clients. If you’re located in Scarborough, you can schedule a consultation at our meeting location at 100 Consilium Place, Suite 200, Scarborough, ON M1H 3E3. Please call us in advance to book a time.
If you’re arrested in Scarborough, stay calm and exercise your right to remain silent. Do not answer questions without first speaking to a criminal defence lawyer. You have the right to legal representation — contact our office immediately to protect your rights.
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.
