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Trusted Ottawa Criminal Defence Representation
At Affordable Defence, we believe that high-quality legal representation should be accessible to everyone facing criminal charges. With decades of combined experience in criminal law, our team of dedicated attorneys provides strategic defense for clients in Ottawa and surrounding areas. We prioritize client education, transparent communication, and aggressive advocacy throughout the legal process.Our practice focuses on protecting constitutional rights, challenging evidence, and achieving optimal outcomes through negotiations or trials. We serve clients charged with offenses ranging from impaired driving to complex federal crimes, maintaining a commitment to justice and affordability.
Services
Criminal Defense
DUI Defense
Drug Charges
Firearm Offenses
White Collar Crimes
Sex Crimes
Appeals
Bail Hearings
Impaired Driving
Violent Crimes
Highlights and features
- We offer 60+ combined years of criminal defense experience
- Our lawyers regularly appear at Ottawa Courthouse
- We focus exclusively on criminal law defense
- We provide transparent pricing with no billable hours
- Our team maintains a proven track record of case dismissals
What people say
Empathetic and humane
Extremely professional
Amazing advice
Excellent service
Professional and supportive
Services
Criminal Defense
Our criminal defense attorneys represent clients facing felony and misdemeanor charges in Ottawa and surrounding areas. We handle cases involving drug offenses, violent crimes, and other criminal matters. Our lawyers develop customized defense strategies while ensuring clients understand their rights and options throughout the legal process.
DUI Defense
We defend clients charged with impaired driving and related offenses including breath test refusal and over 80 blood alcohol charges. Our attorneys challenge evidence admissibility and police procedures while exploring alternative resolutions. We help clients understand potential consequences and work to minimize penalties.
Drug Charges
Our firm defends clients facing drug-related charges including possession, trafficking, and production allegations. We challenge search and seizure procedures while developing defense strategies tailored to each case. Our attorneys work to reduce charges or achieve dismissals through constitutional challenges and negotiations.
Firearm Offenses
We represent clients charged with firearm-related offenses including unauthorized possession and unsafe storage allegations. Our attorneys leverage technical legal knowledge to challenge evidence and reduce penalties. We help clients understand complex firearms regulations and their defense options.
Sex Crimes
Our attorneys defend clients accused of sexual assault, voyeurism, and other sex-related charges. We protect client rights while challenging evidence credibility and procedural compliance. We work to prevent convictions that could result in lifelong registration requirements and social stigma.
People
Solomon Friedman
Partner
Recognized criminal defense attorney with extensive trial experience in complex criminal cases including drug conspiracies and firearms offenses.
Fady Mansour
Partner
Experienced criminal defense lawyer known for successfully defending clients against serious charges including impaired driving and violent crimes.
Vanessa Garcia
Associate
Dedicated criminal defense attorney focusing on client advocacy and case strategy development in Ottawa's legal system.
Brad Alford
Associate
Committed defense attorney with specialization in challenging evidence admissibility and constitutional rights violations.
Leah West
Counsel
Seasoned legal advisor providing strategic guidance in complex criminal cases with focus on trial preparation and negotiations.
Questions
What should I do immediately after being charged with a criminal offense?
Contact Affordable Defence for a free consultation to understand your rights and develop your defense strategy.
How can a criminal defense lawyer help with DUI charges?
Our attorneys challenge evidence validity, ensure proper police procedures, and work to minimize penalties or achieve charge dismissals.
What makes Affordable Defence different from other law firms?
We combine decades of experience with transparent pricing and personalized attention to each client's unique situation.
Can you represent clients outside Ottawa?
Yes, we serve clients in Brockville, Cornwall, Pembroke, and other Eastern Ontario communities.
What happens during a free consultation?
We'll review your case details, explain your legal options, and outline potential defense strategies during your initial consultation.
How do you handle complex drug conspiracy cases?
We conduct thorough investigations, challenge evidence admissibility, and develop strategic defenses tailored to complex drug charges.
Reviews (6)
Brad Holmes
May 09, 2021
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I highly recommend this firm! First of all I had shopped around in the Ottawa area for a few different high end firms to represent me. This being my first run in with the law left me with so many questions and a huge amount of stress! Well, then I met with Fady Mansour being the third consultation that I had within a week. Fady was so
High energy, confident and personable that I knew I didnt need to look any further. All of my questions were answered and I had definately been relieved of a lot of stress after our first meeting. Throughout everything I was able to feel more confident and not
High energy, confident and personable that I knew I didnt need to look any further. All of my questions were answered and I had definately been relieved of a lot of stress after our first meeting. Throughout everything I was able to feel more confident and not
Nicole
Jan 27, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism
Solomon was amazing throughout the entire process. Hes attention to detail, knowledge of the system and dedication were not unnoticed. He was responsive and shared information in a timely fashion. Well worth the money. Thanks Solomon.
Solomon was amazing throughout the entire process. Hes attention to detail, knowledge of the system and dedication were not unnoticed. He was responsive and shared information in a timely fashion. Well worth the money. Thanks Solomon.
E.-K.
Jan 16, 2021
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Fady is a consummate professional. At a person's darkest moments, he is empathetic and humane. He is patient with endless questions for someone completely unfamiliar with the Canadian Justice System. Block billing and willing to work with payment plans means this excellent lawyer is accessible to those with limited funds. He works miracles in negotiations! You can confidently put your future in his capable hands.
Brian Robinson
Jan 12, 2021
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness,Value
Fady was very helpful at a low point in my life. His professionalism helped throughout the process. He and his team were always willing to help when I had any questions or concerns. I highly recommend his service.
Fady was very helpful at a low point in my life. His professionalism helped throughout the process. He and his team were always willing to help when I had any questions or concerns. I highly recommend his service.
Camshaft Gt-R.
Jan 03, 2021
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You need the job done right? Better call Sol. Mr Friedman saved me lots of troubles, some might say he is expensive.. but i tell you what, it would have cost me allot more then what Solomon Friedman charged me, now thanks to him my record is kept clean. This guy knows what he's doing, and with a very friendly attitude. He is what one might call.. a straight shooter
Kelley Denham
Jul 05, 2020
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I was at the absolute lowest point in my life when I met Fady Mansour. Every time we met or spoke, I became more and more hopeful and just recently, I was fully acquitted and had my name cleared by the Judge. He knew my case and the law inside out. He is highly skilled, tactful, and precise and I strongly recommend him to anyone looking for the best possible defence!
