London Criminal & Civil Litigation Lawyer

Criminal Defence Services in London

If you've been charged with a criminal offence in London or anywhere in Southwestern Ontario, the most important decision you'll make is who represents you. I'm Elias Rabinovitch, a Toronto criminal lawyer who handles every London 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.

London Ontario is a major urban centre in Southwestern Ontario with a large university population and a diverse range of criminal matters. The London Courthouse at 80 Dundas Street handles everything from youth offences to serious indictable matters. London clients commonly face drug charges, assault, fraud, and youth offences. I represent London clients and travel to Southwestern Ontario courts for matters requiring in-person attendance.

Areas I Serve in Southwestern Ontario

I represent clients across London and surrounding neighborhoods, including:

Local Courthouse

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

Charges I Defend in London

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

Civil Litigation Services in London

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

London's civil and Small Claims courts share the courthouse at 80 Dundas Street with the criminal courts, with the public entrance on Queens Avenue. I represent London clients in civil litigation, debt collection and judgment enforcement, expropriation, and wrongful dismissal in addition to criminal defence.

Civil & Small Claims Court for London

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 London, 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 London 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.