Markham Criminal & Civil Litigation Lawyer

Criminal Defence Services in Markham

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

Markham is one of York Region's largest cities and its criminal matters are heard at the Newmarket Courthouse along with the rest of the region. Markham clients frequently face DUI charges, fraud and white-collar offences, and domestic assault matters. As a city with a large professional and business-owner population, clients in Markham are often particularly concerned about avoiding a criminal record and protecting their professional standing. I understand those priorities and work toward outcomes that protect your employment, travel, and reputation.

Areas I Serve in York Region

I represent clients across Markham and surrounding neighborhoods, including:

Local Courthouse

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

Charges I Defend in Markham

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

Civil Litigation Services in Markham

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

Markham's civil and Small Claims Court matters are heard at the Newmarket courthouse at 50 Eagle Street West. With Markham's large base of professionals and business owners, I frequently act on commercial disputes, debt collection and judgment enforcement, and wrongful dismissal, in addition to criminal defence.

Civil & Small Claims Court for Markham

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 Markham, 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 Markham 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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