The criminal trial is your fundamental protection against wrongful conviction and unconstitutional police conduct. In Ontario, the criminal trial process is pivotal in ensuring that your rights are protected, and that justice is served. It is the foremost opportunity to bring unlawful police conduct to light and obtain remedies from the courts.

At Smith Litkowski our tenacious lawyers fearlessly advocate for our clients. Our full service approach works to secure the best outcome for our clients all along the spectrum of the criminal justice system, from trial to appeal and parole applications. With a robust background in criminal defence and prison law, we have a well-earned reputation as distinguished advocates with impressive results.

Our Expertise

• Specialization in Criminal Defense: Our firm focusses exclusively on defending criminal law cases, allowing us to provide our clients with unparalleled expertise and dedication in this area.
• Experience in Serious Matters: Our lawyers have extensive experience representing clients in a wide range of serious criminal matters, with a focus on homicide, sexual assault, organized crime, drug trafficking and firearms offences. 
• Skilled Trial Advocates: Our lawyers are seasoned trial advocates with a proven track record in the courtroom. We meticulously prepare each case for trial, leaving no stone unturned in our pursuit of justice for our clients. We will prepare an individualized defence for you depending on the facts of your case. Whether the approach is to expose a lying witness, bring unconstitutional police misconduct to light or call expert witnesses, our goal is to achieve the best possible outcome.

Why Choose Smith Litkowski to defend you?

• Our Team: our lawyers are experienced courtroom litigators who thrive in court. From cross-examination to legal submissions our lawyers bring the best defence to every case. We have a dedicated support staff including articling students, associates and appellate counsel who work hand-in-hand with our trial lawyers to ensure that we provide the highest level of service throughout the case. 

• Client-Centered Approach: we take the time to understand the unique circumstances of each case and tailor our trial strategy accordingly. We will engage private investigators and consult with expert witnesses to advance the best defence to any criminal charge.

• Strategic Legal Counsel: we pride ourselves on providing strategic advice that is both aggressive and strategic. Our lawyers are skilled negotiators and litigators who are well aware how to navigate the complexities of the criminal justice system effectively.