Windsor Criminal & Civil Litigation Lawyer

Criminal Defence Services in Windsor

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

Windsor is Ontario's southernmost city and sits across the border from Detroit. Its criminal court at 245 Windsor Avenue handles matters for Windsor-Essex. The border location means Windsor sees a higher than average rate of drug importation and trafficking charges, as well as the full range of domestic violence and assault matters common to any large urban centre. I represent Windsor and Essex County clients and travel to Windsor courts for matters requiring personal attendance.

Areas I Serve in Windsor-Essex

I represent clients across Windsor and surrounding neighborhoods, including:

Local Courthouse

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

Charges I Defend in Windsor

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

Civil Litigation Services in Windsor

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

In Windsor, the courthouse at 245 Windsor Avenue handles Superior Court civil actions and Small Claims Court matters alongside criminal cases. I represent Windsor and Essex County clients in civil litigation, debt collection and judgment enforcement, expropriation, and wrongful dismissal.

Civil & Small Claims Court for Windsor

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 Windsor, 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 Windsor 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.