Business Details
15 Years
experience
Experienced Criminal and Family Law Representation
OBVLaw, established in 2011, is a respected legal practice serving clients in Toronto and Mississauga. Our team of experienced attorneys specializes in criminal defense and family law, offering vigorous representation tailored to each client's unique needs. With a commitment to leaving no stone unturned, we provide skilled advocacy in court, meticulous legal documentation, and diligent case management. Our lawyers, including Senior Counsel Okechukwu Benjamin Vincents and Associate Counsel Oyewande Adeyemi Ayoola, bring decades of combined experience, advanced legal research expertise, and cross-cultural understanding to every case.We prioritize client communication, ensuring clients understand proceedings and strategies while maintaining strict adherence to ethical standards. Recognized for our responsiveness and advocacy skills, we serve both individuals and families facing complex legal challenges, striving to achieve optimal outcomes through negotiation, litigation, or alternative dispute resolution.
Services
Criminal Defense
Family Law
Bail Hearings
Child Custody
Property Division
Details
- Year established: 2011
Highlights and features
- We offer 13+ years of specialized legal experience since 2011
- Our team includes published legal scholars with international expertise
- We provide 24/7 client responsiveness and case updates
- Our attorneys hold advanced law degrees from prestigious global institutions
- We combine courtroom advocacy with strategic legal counseling
What people say
Exceptional advocacy skills
Timely communication
Dedicated representation
Positive case outcomes
Professional demeanor
Services
Criminal Defense
OBVLaw provides comprehensive criminal defense representation for charges ranging from assault and drug offenses to homicide and firearm violations. Our attorneys handle bail hearings, trial preparation, and sentencing advocacy while protecting clients' Charter rights. With experience in Ontario's criminal courts, we develop tailored defense strategies for each case.
Family Law
We handle all aspects of family law including divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, spousal support determinations, and property division. Our team assists with separation agreements, child protection matters, and enforcement of court orders while prioritizing clients' family needs and financial interests.
Bail Hearings
Specializing in urgent bail applications, we represent clients facing pretrial detention for criminal charges. Our firm prepares comprehensive bail plans, qualifies sureties, and presents compelling arguments to secure release conditions while preparing for ongoing legal proceedings.
Child Custody
We advocate for clients in child custody and access matters under Ontario's Family Law Act. Our attorneys help establish parenting time schedules, address relocation issues, and resolve disputes regarding decision-making responsibilities while focusing on children's best interests.
Property Division
Handling complex property division cases, we assist clients with equalization of net family property during divorce proceedings. Our services include tracing asset ownership, valuing business interests, and resolving disputes over matrimonial home division under Ontario's Family Law framework.
People
Okechukwu Benjamin Vincents
Senior Counsel
Experienced criminal and family law attorney with 23+ years of practice. Holds PhD and dual LLM degrees in international law. Called to bars in Ontario (2011) and Nigeria (1998). Published legal scholar with appellate court experience.
Oyewande Adeyemi Ayoola
Associate Counsel
Specialist in family and criminal litigation. Called to Ontario Bar in 2019 with honors law degree from University of Kent. Experienced in trial preparation and appellate matters since 2015. Focus on client rights protection.
Questions
What areas of law does OBVLaw specialize in?
We specialize in criminal defense and family law matters, including bail hearings, divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and property division cases.
How experienced is your legal team?
Our attorneys have combined experience spanning over 30 years, including advanced legal research credentials and practice before Ontario's appellate courts.
Do you handle urgent legal matters?
Yes, we prioritize urgent cases like bail hearings and child protection matters, providing immediate legal guidance and court representation.
How do you communicate case updates?
We maintain regular client communication through direct calls, emails, and scheduled consultations to ensure you stay informed about case developments.
What makes your firm different from others?
We combine academic legal expertise with practical courtroom experience, offering personalized strategies and dedicated client advocacy in every case.
Reviews (4)
Life Teach R.
Jan 11, 2022
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I faced criminal charges while working as a police officer. I had 2 different lawyers before I met Mr. Vincents. The previous lawyers did not serve me well. I was lost, confused, and feeling hopeless until I met and retained Mr. Vincents. My first impressions of Benjamin Vincents:
-Thorough & extremely attentive to his work
-Has a God given ability to focus on the tasks at hand
-Clear & Concise at all times
-Brilliant Mind
-Patient
-Provided me with transparent documents i.e. Retainer agreement & other documents that required my attention
-Always available to speak if I had any questions
-Thorough & extremely attentive to his work
-Has a God given ability to focus on the tasks at hand
-Clear & Concise at all times
-Brilliant Mind
-Patient
-Provided me with transparent documents i.e. Retainer agreement & other documents that required my attention
-Always available to speak if I had any questions
Chanel Aul
Jun 24, 2021
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Positive:Responsiveness
Benjamin has strong advocacy skills and takes his job as an attorney serious. I guarantee once you have used his service you too will look no further. One thing that separates Benjimin from other lawyers is that he responds in a EXTREMELY timely manner. He is a very knowledge, trustworthy person. I would highly recommend him!
Benjamin has strong advocacy skills and takes his job as an attorney serious. I guarantee once you have used his service you too will look no further. One thing that separates Benjimin from other lawyers is that he responds in a EXTREMELY timely manner. He is a very knowledge, trustworthy person. I would highly recommend him!
Sam Mgbatogu
Jun 23, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
This Law Office provided legal services to my nephew, which included counseling, advocacy, and court representations. The Principal Attorney, Dr. Vincents and Associate Attorney, Ms. Ayoola are simply the best in what they do! Their professionalism, responsiveness, diligence, and quality of service are quite commendable.
This Law Office provided legal services to my nephew, which included counseling, advocacy, and court representations. The Principal Attorney, Dr. Vincents and Associate Attorney, Ms. Ayoola are simply the best in what they do! Their professionalism, responsiveness, diligence, and quality of service are quite commendable.
Llorona Henlin
Jun 20, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
I am incredibly pleased with the work the office of Benjamin Vincents did for me. He went over and beyond to ensure I had a positive outcome for my case. I cannot express enough the gratitude I have for time, attention to detail and advocacy provided by Mr. Vincents. I thank you and God bless you.
I am incredibly pleased with the work the office of Benjamin Vincents did for me. He went over and beyond to ensure I had a positive outcome for my case. I cannot express enough the gratitude I have for time, attention to detail and advocacy provided by Mr. Vincents. I thank you and God bless you.
