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14 Years
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Emergency
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Experienced Criminal Defense Lawyer in Abbotsford
With over two decades of experience in criminal defense, Richard D. Ballantyne provides strategic legal representation for individuals facing serious charges. Our practice focuses on navigating complex legal challenges while prioritizing client rights and minimizing legal jeopardy. We offer personalized counsel through every stage of the judicial process, from initial consultations to courtroom advocacy.Our commitment to transparency includes fixed fee billing and 24/7 availability for urgent matters. Leveraging extensive experience in both prosecution and defense roles, we deliver tailored strategies for cases involving assault, sexual offenses, drug charges, and financial crimes across the Fraser Valley region.
Services
Spousal Assault
Sexual Assault
Pornography Charges
Drug Offences
Homicide Defense
Fraud Cases
Impaired Driving
Theft Defense
Details
- Year established: 2012
Highlights and features
- 23 years experience as Vancouver defense counsel
- Offer free initial consultations for all cases
- Provide fixed fee billing for transparent costs
- Available 24/7 for urgent legal emergencies
- Specialize in complex criminal charge defense
Services
Sexual Assault Defense
Comprehensive legal defense for sexual assault allegations requires specialized expertise. Our practice addresses both physical and digital evidence challenges while protecting client rights throughout proceedings. With decades of combined experience handling sensitive cases, we develop strategic defenses tailored to specific charges and circumstances.
Drug Offences
Defending drug-related charges demands understanding evolving legislation and search/seizure protocols. We challenge evidence admissibility and procedural violations while negotiating optimal outcomes for possession, trafficking, or production allegations. Our approach combines technical legal knowledge with practical courtroom experience.
Spousal Assault
Spousal assault cases require balancing legal strategy with personal sensitivity. We address both criminal charges and related family court implications while maintaining client confidentiality. Our defense focuses on evidence credibility and proportionality of alleged incidents.
Homicide Defense
Homicide defense requires immediate, comprehensive legal intervention. Our practice mobilizes investigative resources and expert witnesses to challenge prosecution narratives. We handle pre-trial motions, plea negotiations, and courtroom advocacy with meticulous attention to forensic evidence and procedural requirements.
Fraud Cases
Complex fraud cases demand technical financial analysis combined with legal strategy. We examine documentary evidence, accounting records, and digital trails to challenge prosecution claims. Our defense addresses both prosecution burden of proof and alternative explanations for financial transactions.
People
Richard D. Ballantyne
Criminal Defense Lawyer
With 23 years as Vancouver defense counsel and 12 years in Abbotsford practice, Richard D. Ballantyne specializes in criminal charge defense. His career spans diverse cases including sexual offenses, drug charges, and violent crimes.
Questions
What criminal charges do you handle?
We defend all major criminal charges including sexual assault, drug offenses, spousal assault, homicide, fraud, and impaired driving cases across the Fraser Valley region.
Is 24/7 emergency service available?
Yes, our legal team provides 24/7 emergency assistance for urgent matters requiring immediate legal intervention after regular business hours.
Do you offer free consultations?
We provide free initial consultations to discuss your case details, legal options, and develop appropriate defense strategies without upfront costs.
What payment options exist?
Our services operate on fixed fee billing for transparent pricing. Specific payment arrangements can be discussed during your initial consultation appointment.
How long have you practiced law?
With 3 years as Vancouver Crown Counsel and 23 years as defense counsel, our Abbotsford practice has operated continuously for the past 12 years.
Reviews (7)
Vanessa Gove
Dec 24, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Absolutely amazing lawyer highly recommend to everybody straight to the point and extremely cutthroat very professional and does things in a very controversial way Trust this man with my life and I suggest for you to do the same thing if I could give him 15 stars and eight thumbs up I would
Absolutely amazing lawyer highly recommend to everybody straight to the point and extremely cutthroat very professional and does things in a very controversial way Trust this man with my life and I suggest for you to do the same thing if I could give him 15 stars and eight thumbs up I would
M. Wiens
Oct 26, 2021
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Said that he would be my lawyer then he didn't phone me back. When I phoned him he said that I needed to find another lawyer because he has insomnia and his dog was sick. Very unprofessional.
Scribbles
Dec 21, 2020
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Pros:
*Perfect epitome of a brilliant, successful defense lawyer!
*Wins the best possible outcome even over exceeding expectations!
*Worth ever penny
*Richard changed lives and we are very grateful for his tenacity!
Cons:
*He costs more but not the most. Get your budget ready/steady
*Richard won't coddle your emotions and is all business. (This was hard for us but he did his job professionally)
*We wouldn't have him over for dinner but we would definitely recommend him anyone that wants strong, solid defense lawyer!
*Perfect epitome of a brilliant, successful defense lawyer!
*Wins the best possible outcome even over exceeding expectations!
*Worth ever penny
*Richard changed lives and we are very grateful for his tenacity!
Cons:
*He costs more but not the most. Get your budget ready/steady
*Richard won't coddle your emotions and is all business. (This was hard for us but he did his job professionally)
*We wouldn't have him over for dinner but we would definitely recommend him anyone that wants strong, solid defense lawyer!
Rob Zanon
Jul 24, 2018
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Sometimes in life we make the wrong choices, hiring Mr. Ballantyne was certainly the right choice for defending my wrong choices. He worked hard and went the extra mile for me. Great man. Thank you
Bill Hanson
Dec 20, 2017
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8 years ago Richard helped me out of an impossible situation where I was falsely arrested by a corrupt investigating officer twice and harassed for months in my home by the police. The same rookie officer (a.k.a. super trooper) beat up a young lady at a drinking driving counter attack and plead guilty to assault but was still allowed to be on active duty during his 9 months of probation. This constable appeared mentally unstable and the detachment stood behind him 100% - I was in fear for my own personal safety and a criminal record would kill my livelihood. Richard protected my safety during 18
Harrison Storey
Dec 09, 2017
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I had a very pleasant experience with Richard he was so helpful and went to all my court dates for me so I didn't have to miss work.. He won my case AND got all my charges dropped! I would recommend him to anybody he's great at what he does!
Katie
Dec 09, 2016
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I cannot give enough praise about Mr. Ballantyne. I'd give him 10 out of 5 stars if I could: he's professional, knows his legal craft, tries his best to represent you fairly, and tells it like it is. As mentioned on lawyerratingz, he's not cheap, but legal representation is not something you should cheap out on in today's deleterious and complicated court matters. BUT is priced fairly for the positive outcome we were expecting. Would definitely use (and highly recommend) him forthwith for any legal matters!
