Criminal Defence
Escudero Law represents clients facing a wide range of criminal charges, with experience in matters before both the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice.
Escudero Law’s approach focuses on thorough review of disclosure, early identification of key issues, and building practical defence strategies tailored to the specific circumstances of each case.
Services include representation at:
- Bail hearings (opposed and consent).
- Trials & trial advocacy, including cross-examination & submissions
- Sentencing hearings
- Guilty pleas and resolution negotiations
- Crown pre-trials and judicial pre-trials
- Parole hearings
- Peace bonds (section 810 applications) & common law peace bonds
- Mental Health /Fitness to stand trial hearings (section 672 matters)
- Private prosecution matters
- Youth criminal justice matters
Consultations
Escudero Law offers paid consultations for individuals seeking legal advice, case assessment, or guidance on next steps in their matter. Consultations are designed to provide clear, practical direction based on the facts and procedural posture of the case.
Additional Legal Services
In addition to criminal defence representation, Escudero Law provides select legal services, including:
• Record suspension (pardon) applications
• Fingerprint and photograph removal applications
• Notary services