M Smith Law
“Meaghan Smith is a caring and compassionate lawyer who will do her best to advise and support her clients.”
Best Criminal Defence Lawyers near Burlington, ON
1 of these firms is based in Burlington; the others serve Burlington from Hamilton (9 km), Stoney Creek (12 km) and Oakville (18 km).
3 open 24/7 · 3 open weekends · 13 rated 4.5+ · 1 shows a licence
Data verified October 16, 2026
Collett Read
“She cleared my name “ the truth doesn't mind being questioned, a lie does” .”
East Law
“He did an excellent job of explaining the process to me, throughout all of the proceedings.”
Kraska Law - Oakville Criminal Lawyers
“Robert was very professional and made sure I was informed every step of the way.”
Hepburn Criminal Law
“.she kept me in the loop the entire time and she is one ☆GEM☆ I was blessed to stumble on in that high stress situation”
S. Athwal Law Professional Corporation
“I'm very glad to find this offices , my lawyer was a wonderful person thank you very much”
These 15 firms listed for Burlington, ON act for people facing criminal charges. What each says about the charges it defends and the courthouses it covers comes from its own website; ratings and quotes come from public reviews.
Area overview: Burlington, ON
14 of the 15 firms on this page have a rating, from 4.2 to 5.0 across 462 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 13 are rated 4.5 or higher. 3 are open around the clock and 3 are open on weekends. 1 shows a licence on its website. 5 have ten or more years of experience, the longest 15 years. 3 offer urgent consultations and 5 offer a free initial consultation. We have a website on file for 11 of the firms on this page; 9 publish a contact page; 4 list a public email and 1 takes bookings online. We count these figures across the firms on this page; distances are straight-line, and hours and prices change, so confirm the details with the firm before you book a consultation.
Do any criminal law firms listed for Burlington offer free consultations?
5 of the 15 firms here say a first meeting costs nothing. Use it to ask about legal aid, the size of the retainer and who attends court. Keep the details of the allegation short until you have chosen someone and the retainer is signed.
Rory J Cornale Law
“Professionalism, experience, expertise and compassion at its best.”
Kim Edward, Barrister
“She is empathetic and has an incredible ability to develop a very genuine rapport with her clients.”
Genesee & Clarke
“Elliot Song was instrumental in defending my 85 year old mother on a complicated driving charge that was issued to her as a result of an accident due to a stroke and later confusion she experienced.”
Brent Hurst
“Start to finish, reasonably priced and always quick to reply by email or phone.”
Asgar Manek
“Absolutely the best lawyer I've ever known hands diwn”
Enje Daniels Criminal Law
“Moreover, Enje treats you with dignity and takes time to learn about you as a person so you may have the courts saying one thing but to her your are a human being facing some injustice and not a criminal.”
Legally Yours
“I am so grateful for your passion, dedication, and professionalism.”
Derek Martin Criminal Lawyer
“Derek Martin did a great job representing me and worked with the prosecutor on the facts and information to prove my innocence in the situation!”
Hamilton Criminal Lawyers
Why these companies made our list
What clients say about firms near Burlington
- “John was also very responsive to me as his client, was a great communicator and was a real pleasure to work and interact with.” — client of East Law
- “Brent Hurst has been my lawyer for many years and I have always found him hard working, pleasant, conscientious and knowledgeable.” — client of Brent Hurst
- “From the second I reached out they made me feel welcome, assured me that they would be in my corner and treated me like a human and not just another "someone" with charges!” — client of Hepburn Criminal Law
Excerpts from public reviews of the firms listed on this page.
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