Affordable Criminal Defense Lawyer Toronto
If you’ve been charged with a crime in Toronto or the GTA and are looking for an affordable criminal lawyer, this article provides some tips and suggestions on how to do so, and is written by an experienced Toronto Criminal Lawyer.
Building a List
The first step is to compile a list of criminal lawyers in Toronto that you wish to consult with. I would expand your search on Google or other search engine beyond “Affordable Criminal Defense Lawyer Toronto”, and like key phrases.
You can use the following search terms to locate a wide number of criminal lawyers:
- Toronto Criminal Lawyer
- Criminal Lawyer Toronto
- Criminal Defence Lawyer Toronto
- Toronto Criminal Defence Attorney
I would take a look at the firm’s website and locate a lawyer with positive reviews, as well as experience in the area. Compile a list of 3-5 lawyers / firms to consult, and begin your calls.
Set a Budget
In your consultations with the criminal lawyers, you should express your budget. “Affordable” is a very relative term. What might be affordable to you may not be to someone else. So I would suggest working in real numbers.
Ask the Right Questions
Once you’ve identified a budget to a lawyer, you can inquire if fees they charge might be able to be kept within that budget, and inquire about:
- Whether the lawyer charges hourly or on a flat fee basis
- Whether you will be given a copy of a contract or retainer agreement that confirms the agreed fees
- Whether the lawyer can offer payment plans to fit your needs
Do Not Sacrifice Quality for Savings in Fees
You may be able to retain an “Affordable Criminal Defense Lawyer” in Toronto for an amount that is below what you budgeted for. You are facing criminal charges, don’t forget, and your life and liberty is at stake. Be careful about saving money at the expense of quality. Not all lawyers are skilled criminal lawyers. For example, you may find a lawyer who does not often practice in criminal law, and is looking to “learn” the trade. They may offer fees that you might consider “affordable”. However, is that lawyer the right pick for putting your trust in when it comes to protecting your rights in Court? Probably not.
Affordable Criminal Defense Lawyer Toronto – Andrew Captan
Andrew Captan is a Criminal Defense Lawyer in Toronto who has been practicing for over 13 years. While he does not consider his fees “cheap”, he does the following to accommodate people for whom money might be an issue:
- He offers interest free payment plans
- He accepts “reduced” retainers up front, and begins work immediately after the reduced retainer is made
- He still appears in court for all clients, even if they are on a payment plan or have not paid all fees up front
- He listens to the person’s financial situation before offering a quote, and takes them into account to the extent possible
For a free consultation, call (647) 878 – 6355, e-mail andrew@captanlaw.com or visit his website HERE.
