Why Hire Us?
Our firm has over 500+ five-star Google reviews across Canada.
We are one of the largest criminal defence teams in Western Canada.
Our lawyers have over 60 years of combined legal experience.
We have defended clients in over 10,000 criminal cases.
We offer flexible payment structures and fee plans.
Our team is available 24/7 to provide help and support.
Meet Your Calgary Legal Team
Our Calgary office has 8 dedicated lawyers ranging from 1 to over 30 years of experience who are passionate about criminal defence work and ensuring a just outcome for each of their clients.
Michael Oykhman is a senior criminal defence lawyer with over 20 years of experience. Michael is skilled in resolution, meaning you don’t have to go to trial to receive the best results. He is a driven problem solver who has appeared at all levels of court in Alberta.
Senior criminal defence lawyer Ian Savage has over 30 years of experience and has built a career respected by the legal community both Calgary and Alberta wide. He has successfully argued thousands of cases and is particularly skilled in handling impaired driving offences. Read more about Ian and his portfolio here.
A published philosopher and passionate lawyer, Greg Janzen has been practicing law since 2017. He is highly adept at resolving cases for his clients without the need to proceed with a costly trial, however, is equally skilled in trial and has defended clients at both the Provincial Court and Court of Queen’s Bench level in Alberta.
A believer in fierce advocacy and innovative solutions, Elena Ryland completed her law degree at the University of Alberta and has been practicing since 2018. Her previous work experience at Alberta Crown Prosecution Services allowed her an inside look at how the Crown Prosecutor’s office works and gives her an upper hand when working towards a resolution for her clients.
Since beginning his articles in 2021, Joseph Beller has run nearly 100 low-complexity criminal and traffic matters independently. He also remains an active volunteer with the University of Calgary’s Student Legal Assistance program where he is an alumnus.
Although Julia Hunter has only been practicing law since 2020, she gained extensive experience in the legal profession through her work as a judicial assistant in the Provincial Court of Alberta and an internship at the Alberta Crown Prosecution Service. She understands the stress associated with receiving a criminal charge and is focused on listening to the individual needs and concerns of each of her clients.
Successful Cases
Failure to Provide a Breath Sample
Charge Stayed;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 75790038
Refusal to Provide a Breath Sample
Charge Withdrawn; Fine
Case Number: 55582522
Refusal to Comply with Breath Demand
Charges Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 55792555
Impaired Driving
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 59592530
Failure to Provide a Breath Sample
Charges Stayed;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 75790038
Impaired Driving
Charges Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 55592573
Domestic Assault Causing Bodily Harm
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 55592538
Domestic Assault with a Weapon
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 65690236
Assault Charge
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 75790026
Domestic Assault with a Weapon
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 55592575
Assault Causing Bodily Harm
Charges Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 5518551
Criminal Harassment
Charges Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 7619881
Sexual Assault
Charge Withdrawn
Case Number: 55592585
Indecent Act
Charges Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 35370056
Voyeurism Charges
Charges Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 551866
Sexual Assault
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 55572393
Solicitation of Sexual Services
Charge Stayed;
Alternative Measures Program
Case Number: 758-190057
Sexual Assault
Acquitted at Trial
Case Number: 37370079
Mischief Charge
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 65690248
Mischief Charge
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 65680192
Break and Enter and Mischief
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 53662253
Theft Under $5000
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 741774
Theft Over $5000
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 44470290
$5000 Graffiti Ticket
Charge Withdrawn
Case Number: 25280075
Possession Charge
Alternative Measures;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 2250086
Possession of a Controlled Substance
Charge Withdrawn;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 75790045
Possession of an Illegal Substance
Alternative Measures;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 32360030
Two Counts of Possession
Conditional Discharge;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 541783
Possession Charge
Alternative Measures;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 65680165
Three Counts of Possession
Alternative Measures;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 2250117
Dangerous Operation of a Motor Vehicle Causing Bodily Harm
Charge Stayed;
No Criminal Record
Case Number: 22290272
Speeding Ticket
Charge Withdrawn
Case Number: 25280119
Operation of a Vehicle Contrary to Restriction
Ticket Withdrawn
Case Number: 9583794
Stunting Ticket
Charge Withdrawn
Case Number: 25280046
Pedestrian on Roadway and Intoxicated in Public
Tickets Withdrawn;
No Fine
Case Number: 25280202
Failure to Remain at the Scene of an Accident
Charge Withdrawn
Case Number: 21280212