Hamilton Criminal & Civil Litigation Lawyer

Criminal Defence Services in Hamilton

If you've been charged with a criminal offence in Hamilton or anywhere in Hamilton, the most important decision you'll make is who represents you. I'm Elias Rabinovitch, a Toronto criminal lawyer who handles every Hamilton file personally, no associates, no handoffs.

From the moment you call, I work to protect your rights, your reputation, and your future. Whether you've been arrested, contacted by police, or charged with an offence, the sooner I'm involved the more options you have.

Hamilton is served by the John Sopinka Courthouse at 45 Main Street East. It is a working-class city with a large manufacturing base, and its criminal court sees a broad range of matters including assault, domestic violence, drug offences, and property crimes. I travel to Hamilton for clients and take on cases across the full spectrum of charges. Hamilton courts have their own pace and culture, and I factor that into every case strategy.

Areas I Serve in Hamilton

I represent clients across Hamilton and surrounding neighborhoods, including:

Local Courthouse

I appear at this courthouse regularly and know the procedures and local practices in Hamilton. That familiarity matters when negotiating outcomes for my clients.

Charges I Defend in Hamilton

I handle the full range of criminal charges in Hamilton, including:

Civil Litigation Services in Hamilton

My practice is not limited to criminal defence. About half of my work is civil litigation, and I act for Hamilton clients as either plaintiff or defendant in lawsuits, debt matters, workplace disputes, and claims against government authorities.

In Hamilton, the John Sopinka Courthouse at 45 Main Street East handles Superior Court civil actions and Small Claims Court matters alongside criminal cases. I represent Hamilton clients in civil litigation, debt collection and judgment enforcement, expropriation, and wrongful dismissal.

Civil & Small Claims Court for Hamilton

Civil claims are heard in different courts than criminal charges, and often at a different address. If you are bringing or defending a civil matter connected to Hamilton, these are the courts that hear it:

Small Claims Court in Ontario now hears claims up to $50,000. Larger disputes go to the Superior Court of Justice. I appear in both for Hamilton clients and handle each file personally.

What to Expect When You Call

1. 1Free, confidential conversation. I listen to what happened, answer your questions, and tell you what to expect. No pressure, no fee.
2. 2Immediate strategy. I review the material, whether that is police disclosure in a criminal case or the documents behind a civil claim, identify the weak points, and start building your position.
3. 3Ongoing personal advocacy. From your first court date through resolution, I personally handle every step. You'll always know what's happening with your case.

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