Posner Craig Stein LLP is a Toronto criminal law firm representing individuals and organizations in serious criminal charges, investigations, trials, and appeals. Our lawyers bring disciplined preparation, strategic judgment, and measured advocacy to high-stakes cases across Ontario.
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Posner Craig Stein LLP is a criminal law firm in Toronto representing clients in serious and complex criminal matters. Our work includes investigations, trial litigation, sentencing matters, and appeals.
PCS is also known for its professionalism and discretion in matters that require sensitivity.
If you have been charged with a criminal offence, you need an experienced criminal lawyer in Toronto at your side. Posner Craig Stein lawyers are among the most experienced and well-regarded in the profession. We provide informed legal advice and strategic defence tailored to the specifics of your criminal charges.
Murder and manslaughter cases are extremely complex, both legally and factually. They require highly skilled and experienced trial lawyers to dig through the evidence and present a compelling defence to a jury. Posner Craig Stein, criminal lawyers in Toronto, have a wealth of experience in defending murder, manslaughter, and other homicide charges.
Drinking and driving cases are legally complex and technical. To successfully defend DUI offences, you need a lawyer with a broad and in-depth understanding of this challenging area of the law. Posner Craig Stein lawyers have the legal insight and courtroom experience needed to challenge impaired driving charges at every level.
Preparing a compelling and dynamic defence in criminal driving cases requires specialized knowledge. Posner Craig Stein will explore every possible defence to your criminal driving charge, in consultation with our impressive network of experts. No stone will be left unturned. We provide experienced representation in both trial and appellate driving matters.
Drug offences occur when police exercise their search powers by wiretapping, tracking your cell phone or vehicle, obtaining production of documents and records, and executing search warrants. Our Toronto criminal lawyers have decades of experience in the law of search and seizure. We are highly skilled in defending the most serious drug charges in Canada.
Sexual assault cases usually boil down to a “he said, she said” battle. The credibility of witnesses is the key issue. Effective cross-examinations by a skilled criminal lawyer often lead the Crown to withdraw the case or otherwise result in a not-guilty verdict. Success in sexual assault cases requires a skilled cross-examiner at your side.
An offence against a domestic partner can result in serious consequences if you are convicted. Posner Craig Stein criminal lawyers have decades of experience in defending domestic assault cases, and the skill to ensure that your family and your freedom are protected. We approach these matters with care, precision, and strategic planning from the outset.
The defence of fraud and other financial crimes requires proficiency in financial analysis, the examination of business records, and the careful, detailed review of the data and files that are at issue. If you’ve been charged with a financial crime, the Toronto criminal defence lawyers at Posner Craig Stein will provide a detail-oriented and sophisticated defence.
If you have been convicted of a criminal offence, your criminal case is not necessarily over. You may have the opportunity to successfully appeal your case. Posner Craig Stein criminal lawyers in Toronto have decades of experience in conducting complex and challenging appeals. We prepare persuasive written arguments and appear regularly with our clients before appellate courts.
Assault charges can arise from a wide range of situations, and the consequences can be significant even before a case reaches trial.
Posner Craig Stein provides strategic defence for assault allegations, carefully examining the evidence, witness accounts, and circumstances surrounding the incident.
Robbery allegations often involve claims of violence, threats, or the use of a weapon during another offence. These cases frequently turn on identification evidence, witness credibility, and the reliability of the Crown’s case.
Kidnapping charges are among the most serious offences prosecuted in Canada and carry substantial penalties upon conviction. These cases often involve extensive evidence and complex factual disputes.
You do not need to wait until charges are laid before seeking legal advice. If police have contacted you, requested an interview, executed a search warrant, or indicated that you are under investigation, early legal guidance can help protect your rights and position you for the next stage of the process.
Allegations involving damage to public or private property can result in criminal charges, restitution claims, and lasting consequences.
Posner Craig Stein represents individuals accused of vandalism of property and develops defence strategies based on the specific facts and evidence in each case.
Arson prosecutions often rely on expert evidence, forensic analysis, and detailed fire investigations. Successfully defending these cases requires careful scrutiny of technical evidence and investigative methods.
Young persons charged under the Youth Criminal Justice Act face a legal process that differs significantly from the adult criminal system.
Posner Craig Stein represents young people and their families in youth offences, providing clear guidance and effective advocacy throughout the court process.
Voyeurism allegations can have serious personal, professional, and reputational consequences. These cases often involve digital evidence, privacy concerns, and complex legal issues.
Human trafficking prosecutions are often lengthy, document-intensive, and highly complex. Allegations may involve multiple witnesses, electronic records, and extensive police investigations.
A bail hearing can determine whether you are released from custody while your case proceeds. Preparation is critical, including a review of the allegations, proposed release plan, sureties, and conditions.
Currency-related offences may involve allegations of counterfeit money, possession of forged currency, or related fraud activity. These cases often require close review of the evidence, intent, and surrounding circumstances.
Firearms and weapons offences can carry serious penalties and may involve complex Charter, search, seizure, possession, and evidentiary issues. Posner Craig Stein represents clients facing firearms and weapons offences with careful preparation and a clear defence strategy.
Uttering threats charges often depend on the words used, the surrounding context, and how the complainant interpreted the alleged statement. These cases require careful assessment of credibility, intent, and available communications.
Break and enter charges can involve allegations related to homes, businesses, or other private property. The Crown must prove the essential elements of the offence, including identity, intent, and unlawful entry.
Identity theft cases often involve financial records, digital evidence, documents, and allegations of unauthorized use of personal information. These matters can be technically complex and document-heavy.
Mischief charges may involve allegations of property damage, interference with lawful use of property, or disruption of services. The consequences can still be significant, especially where restitution, employment, or immigration concerns arise.
A pardon, now known as a record suspension, can help reduce the long-term impact of a criminal record. The process requires careful attention to eligibility, documentation, and timing.
Posner Craig Stein assists clients seeking pardons and record suspensions after a criminal matter has concluded.
Shoplifting charges can have consequences beyond the value of the property involved, including employment, immigration, and future background checks. These cases require a practical defence strategy focused on the evidence, available resolutions, and long-term impact.
Internet crime allegations often involve digital records, devices, online accounts, communications, and technical evidence. These cases require careful review of how evidence was gathered and whether it proves the allegation beyond a reasonable doubt.
Our reputation reflects the consistency of our work and the confidence our clients place in us. At Posner Craig Stein, we focus on clear communication, thoughtful guidance, and the steady support clients need as their case moves forward.
Posner Craig Stein brings decades of courtroom experience as a criminal law firm in Toronto to each case. These numbers reflect the depth and scope of our practice.
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Posner Craig Stein represents clients involved in regulatory investigations and discipline proceedings, including the defence of individuals, corporations, and professionals facing criminal and regulatory prosecution.
Our professional discipline lawyers support clients through complaints, audits, inquiries, and hearings to manage legal, professional, and reputational risks.
Being the target of a patient complaint and facing allegations of professional misconduct is anxiety-provoking, frustrating, and time-consuming. We understand how patient complaints and College proceedings can impact your livelihood and reputation, and provide experienced and skilled advocacy for health care practitioners throughout the complaints and discipline process.
We assist commercial vehicle operators in addressing CVOR audits, minimizing enforcement actions, and challenging decisions before the License Appeal Tribunal. Our team brings the advocacy skills and regulatory knowledge needed to respond strategically and work toward the best possible outcome before problems escalate or plates are pulled from the road.
A complaint to RECO can lead to inspections, hearings, and—in some cases—court proceedings under REBBA. We represent real estate professionals through each stage, helping them respond effectively and avoid outcomes that could harm their careers. Our defence team brings both tribunal and courtroom experience to every matter.
When facing a criminal charge, investigation, appeal, or regulatory proceeding, the decisions made early in the process can have lasting consequences. Clients retain Posner Craig Stein because they want clear advice, careful preparation, and experienced representation throughout their case.
Clients who retain a criminal defence lawyer in Toronto often face decisions with lasting legal and personal consequences. At Posner Craig Stein, we provide guidance that is grounded in experience and informed by the specifics of each case. Our strategic approach to legal services reflects the complexity of the issues and the seriousness of what’s at stake.
Effective representation begins with preparation. Our lawyers carefully review the evidence, identify strengths and weaknesses in the case, develop legal arguments, and prepare clients for interviews, hearings, and court appearances.
Posner Craig Stein represents clients at trials, sentencing hearings, appeals, and regulatory proceedings. We appear regularly before courts and tribunals across Ontario, advocating for clients in serious and complex matters.
Many legal matters involve sensitive personal, professional, and reputational concerns. We approach every file with professionalism, clear communication, and an understanding of what is at stake for the individuals and organizations we represent.
Our team works collaboratively to assess risk, prepare carefully, and provide clear strategic advice at each stage of a case.
Costs depend on the seriousness of the charge, the amount of evidence, the number of court appearances required, and whether the case proceeds to trial. Lawyers typically provide either a block fee or an hourly rate.
PCS offers transparent discussions about fees at the outset so clients understand the scope of the work before deciding how to proceed.
As early as possible. Early advice helps avoid mistakes, protects your rights, and shapes the direction of the case. Speaking with a lawyer before talking to police or investigators is critical.
Bring any documents you have received, such as release papers, notices, letters from regulators, or court paperwork. If you have information about witnesses, timelines, or related materials, that can also be helpful. Your lawyer will guide you through what is relevant.
You should get legal advice before speaking to the police. Even if you believe you can explain the situation, anything you say may become part of the evidence in the case.
Not always. For many appearances, your lawyer can attend on your behalf. Your lawyer will tell you when your presence is legally required, such as for a plea, trial, or sentencing.
An appeal reviews whether legal errors affected the result of your case. It is not a new trial with new witnesses. The focus is on written argument, legal analysis, and the trial record. Experienced appellate counsel is essential because appeals follow strict rules and timelines.
After you are charged, you may be released with conditions or held for a bail hearing. Your case will then move through court appearances, disclosure review, resolution discussions, and, if necessary, trial preparation.
It depends on the charge. Some offences carry real jail risk even for first-time offenders, while others may be resolved through withdrawals, discharges, probation, or diversion programs.
Sentencing is highly fact-specific, and legal representation can significantly influence the available outcomes.
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