Best Criminal Defence Lawyers in Gatineau, QC

24 firms listed · 7 in Gatineau · 3 open 24/7 · 4 open weekends · 19 rated 4.5+

Data verified October 19, 2026

Avocat Criminel Gatineau Sébastien Gagnon

Avocat Criminel Gatineau Sébastien Gagnon

(34)
  • Adaptive Expertise
  • Service
  • Professionalism
“Human, acts with great compassion and humanity, both professional and very competent, available at all times, very reassuring, his expertise is "on point", simply the best lawyer to represent you.”
In Business Since 2011
166 Rue Wellington, Gatineau, QC J8X 2J4
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Avocat Criminel Gatineau - Giguère Lespérance Tellier Avocats

Avocat Criminel Gatineau - Giguère Lespérance Tellier Avocats

(6)
“I contacted several lawyers, the majority were more focused on money than on my problem, but Maître Lspérance, before even talking about money, took the time to know my needs and advise me on the different steps to follow.”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2018
137 Rue Wellington, Gatineau, QC J8X 2J1
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Jfb Avocat Criminaliste Inc – Droit Criminel

Jfb Avocat Criminaliste Inc – Droit Criminel

(3)
“They helped me”
In Business Since 2012
166 Rue Wellington, Gatineau, QC J8X 2J4
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Me Paul Émile Constantino, Avocat en Droit Civil et Familial

Me Paul Émile Constantino, Avocat en Droit Civil et Familial

(3)
“I am very satisfied with his service and I recommend him to those who need justice.”
In Business Since 2019
204 Chem. d'Aylmer, Gatineau, QC J9H 1A1
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Me Nadia Kuevidjen

Me Nadia Kuevidjen

(8)
  • Service
“Your performance was very appreciated.”
In Business Since 2018
129 Prom. du Portage Bureau 211, Gatineau, QC J8X 2K2
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Patrick Jacques Avocat Droit Criminel

Patrick Jacques Avocat Droit Criminel

Free Initial Consultation
15 Rue Jos-Montferrand, Gatineau, QC J8X 0C2
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These 24 firms listed for Gatineau, QC 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: Gatineau, QC

7 of the 24 firms we list are based in Gatineau; the other 17 serve Gatineau from Ottawa, ON (7 km). 23 of the firms on this page have a rating, from 4.3 to 5.0 across 671 reviews; 3 have 50 or more reviews and 19 are rated 4.5 or higher. When clients rate these firms on specific qualities, they most often praise professionalism (92%), responsiveness (79%) and quality (74%). The topics that come up most in reviews of the firms on this page are "results", "patient" and "understanding". 3 are open around the clock and 4 are open on weekends. The practice areas the firms on this page list most often on their websites are domestic assault (4), sexual assault (4), assault (3), bail hearing (3) and drug offences (3). 1 shows a licence on its website. Domain records put 9 websites of the firms on this page at ten or more years old; the oldest dates from 2004. 3 offer urgent consultations and 6 offer a free initial consultation. 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.

Why are firms outside Gatineau shown on this page?

7 of the 24 firms keep an office in Gatineau itself. The rest come from other towns. Ask whether counsel appears regularly in the courthouse where your matter is listed, because that familiarity is worth more than a short drive.

Marie-Christine Bernier

Marie-Christine Bernier

365 Boulevard Saint-Joseph, Gatineau, Quebec J8Y 3Z6
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David Anber's Law Office

David Anber's Law Office

(50)
  • Work
  • Worry
  • Matter
“This was my first time being involved with the police and it was a stressful and trying time, they were very supportive from the get go and always kept me informed as to what was going on with my case.”
Emergency Services
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2008
Remote Consultations Available
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Shore & Johnston, Barristers-at-Law

Shore & Johnston, Barristers-at-Law

(50)
  • Interest
  • Well-Being
  • System
“Instead of being stuck indefinitely with a criminal record for assault, I got a conditional discharge – so I am just on probation for 12 months (no jail time and no criminal record).”
Free Initial Consultation
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Kumararatne Law

Kumararatne Law

(38)
  • Immigration Lawyer
  • Refugee
  • Intelligent
“A big thanks to Courtney, me and my family appreciate you so much ❤️ ♥️ 💖 Courtney You are so special to me and my family, Thank you and thank you.”
In Business Since 2014
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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AGP

AGP

(29)
  • Need
  • Meeting
  • Case
“Is one of the best, and most hard working, level-headed, trusted, knowledgable, and professionally yet available as a personal yet legal type, of hard-working sort, who advocates for prisoners when they cannot do it for themselves, showing me Ashley ...”
In Business Since 2014
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Brandon Crawford

Brandon Crawford

(29)
  • Outcome
  • Questions
  • Job
“I know He is not perfect and I've been praying for him for a long time, he's going for councilling at Rideauwood on parkdale for drug and alcohol.”
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Brett McGarry Criminal Law

Brett McGarry Criminal Law

(24)
  • Confidence
  • Result
  • Call
“From the moment I called and asked for help from Brett to not being criminally charged and signing my Peace Bond, I was extremely happy with the level of profession and smoothness Brett has demonstrated when representing me.”
Free Initial Consultation
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Frouhar Law

Frouhar Law

(38)
  • Understanding
  • Strategy
  • Review
“All the way through the process François was there to answer my questions, help me weigh the positives and the negatives and make an informed decision that was best for me and my family.”
In Business Since 2019
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Engel & Associates

Engel & Associates

(21)
  • Receipt
  • Charges
  • Skilled
“Bruce Engel is highly respected in the legal community and by former clients – he came recommended by a number of other lawyers and individuals I am acquainted with when I found myself forced to defend a number of allegations brought against me.”
In Business Since 2004
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Murray Fakih Criminal Defence Professional Corporation

Murray Fakih Criminal Defence Professional Corporation

(18)
  • Understanding
  • Questions
  • Matter
“If you are facing charges, stop looking around & call Will Murray immediately, he's a great lawyer & the only call you need to make for criminal defence - you won't regret it.”
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Friedman Mansour

Friedman Mansour

(12)
  • Outcome
  • Team
“I explained to her what had happened and for someone with my criminal background and 3 previous long federal sentences I was looking at 6 months jail time although it was a very minor offence that anyone else would have only received a simple probat...”
Free Initial Consultation
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Michael Spratt

Michael Spratt

(4)
  • Light
“Very practical and straightforward, humble of character - great help in the time of need!!”
Emergency Services
In Business Since 2013
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Paolucci Law

Paolucci Law

(15)
  • File
  • Patient
  • Knowledge
“Highly efficient communicators, extremely knowledgeable in case law, friendly and professional demeanor, Deanna and team will take care of you, your family and your case.”
Licensed
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Shukairy Law

Shukairy Law

(15)
  • Intelligent
  • Choice
  • Patient
“She's fights for her clients harder than the clients themselves and I was one of the people that almost gave up on my case but she kept going and reminded me why I was doing this in the first place.”
In Business Since 2016
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Brass Law Office, Criminal Defence Lawyers

Brass Law Office, Criminal Defence Lawyers

(14)
  • Questions
  • Family
  • Call
“They treated me like family throughout the whole process, answered all of my questions promptly and together we set clear and realistic goals and achieved results that exceeded all of my expectations.”
Free Initial Consultation
In Business Since 2018
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Celine Dostaler Criminal Defence Lawyer

Celine Dostaler Criminal Defence Lawyer

(16)
  • Questions
  • Not Guilty
  • Charges
“In the past I had another lawyer and was charged wrongfully and I got six years for something I was not guilty of for similar charges, so you can imagine how nervous I was about this case going forward.”
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Pegg Kimberley A

Pegg Kimberley A

(13)
  • Custody
  • Family
“All of the people at Kimberly Pegg Barristers were always polite professional and offered great council according to the situations that I have faced in the last 15 years of on and off business.”
Se Habla Español
In Business Since 2009
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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Virginia Dolinska Criminal Defence

Virginia Dolinska Criminal Defence

(5)
  • Confident
“Virginia will not sugarcoat things and will never guarantee victory, however, if you have Virginia representing you, you can be confident that you will be getting the best possible representation.”
In Business Since 2017
Ottawa, ON · 7 km from Gatineau
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