St. Catharines Criminal & Civil Litigation Lawyer

Criminal Defence Services in St. Catharines

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

St. Catharines and Niagara Region are served by the Robert S. K. Welch Courthouse at 59 Church Street. Niagara Region sees a significant volume of domestic violence, DUI, and drug-related charges. The tourism industry around Niagara Falls also contributes to a higher rate of public disorder and assault charges. I represent clients from St. Catharines, Niagara Falls, Welland, and surrounding Niagara communities.

Areas I Serve in Niagara Region

I represent clients across St. Catharines and surrounding neighborhoods, including:

Local Courthouse

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

Charges I Defend in St. Catharines

I handle the full range of criminal charges in St. Catharines, including:

Civil Litigation Services in St. Catharines

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

St. Catharines civil and Small Claims matters are heard at the Robert S. K. Welch Courthouse at 59 Church Street, the same building that handles criminal cases. I act for St. Catharines and Niagara clients in civil litigation, debt collection, expropriation, and employment claims.

Civil & Small Claims Court for St. Catharines

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 St. Catharines, 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 St. Catharines 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.