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Daniel Brown Law is consistently recognized as one of Canada’s top criminal defence firms.
DANIEL BROWN LAW AT A GLANCE
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We ARE AWARD WINNING CRIMINAL LAWYERS
At Daniel Brown Law LLP, clients receive the calibre of representation trusted and celebrated across Canada. Our firm is repeatedly recognized as one of the country’s best criminal defence law firms—named among Canada’s Top Criminal Law Boutiques by Canadian Lawyer Magazine, and ranked by Best Lawyers among the nation’s leading criminal defence and appellate law firms.
We are one of only a handful of Canadian criminal defence firms honoured by The Globe and Mail as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms for 2026, and we are frequent winners in the Toronto Star Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Law Firm and Best Legal Services.
Our lawyers are equally distinguished: Daniel Brown, Mark Halfyard, and Hilary Dudding are listed in The Best Lawyers in Canada for criminal defence and in Post City Magazine’s 2026 Top Lawyers, while Colleen McKeown—a Precedent Setter (2022)—together with Lindsay Board and Chloe Boubalos are recognized by Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch” (2026).
Few firms in Canada combine this breadth of recognition with our depth of courtroom experience—delivering strategic, client-focused advocacy in the moments that matter most.
WE ARE AWARD WINNING CRIMINAL LAWYERS
At Daniel Brown Law LLP, clients receive the calibre of representation trusted and celebrated across Canada. Our firm is repeatedly recognized as one of the country’s best criminal defence law firms—named among Canada’s Top Criminal Law Boutiques by Canadian Lawyer Magazine, and ranked by Best Lawyers among the nation’s leading criminal defence and appellate law firms.
We are one of only a handful of Canadian criminal defence firms honoured by The Globe and Mail as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms for 2026, and we are frequent winners in the Toronto Star Readers’ Choice Awards for Best Law Firm and Best Legal Services.
Our lawyers are equally distinguished: Daniel Brown, Mark Halfyard, and Hilary Dudding are listed in The Best Lawyers in Canada for criminal defence and in Post City Magazine’s 2026 Top Lawyers, while Colleen McKeown—a Precedent Setter (2022)—together with Lindsay Board and Chloe Boubalos are recognized by Best Lawyers “Ones to Watch” (2026).
Few firms in Canada combine this breadth of recognition with our depth of courtroom experience—delivering strategic, client-focused advocacy in the moments that matter most.
We are a full service
Criminal Law Firm
For more than 20 years, our Toronto criminal defence lawyers have handled thousands of trials and appeals. Daniel Brown and his legal team defend clients in all levels of criminal court. We have the skills, strategy, and connections needed to build a winning defence tailored to your unique situation. Our extensive experience and top results speak for themselves.
HOW OUR CRIMINAL LAWYERS CAN HELP:
Few things are as stressful and life-changing as facing a criminal charge. The impact on your personal and professional life can be significant.
From the moment you contact us, our team works to protect your rights, your reputation, and your future.
Our criminal defence lawyers take a proactive approach to solving a criminal case, helping clients from the start of an investigation through to trial or an appeal. We work tirelessly to minimize disruptions to your life, career, and reputation.
While we represent people from all backgrounds, many of our clients are professionals who have never faced legal trouble before.
We are fully committed to protecting our clients’ best interests and strive to achieve the best possible outcome as early as possible. Our clients expect and deserve nothing less.
Pre-Charge Advocacy
We specialize in negotiating with the police to prevent criminal charges before they are filed. Our best work often happens behind the scenes—stopping a case before it ever reaches the courtroom.
Police Investigations
Our legal services include interviewing witnesses, collecting evidence, reviewing documents, analyzing legal and reputational risks, and negotiating with law enforcement and prosecutors.
Crisis Management
We offer crisis management advice to professionals and businesses, helping them handle media attention and public scrutiny. Our greatest successes are the clients who stay out of the headlines.
Criminal Trials
If charges are filed, our criminal defence lawyers bring skill, creativity, and experience to fight for the best outcomes in court. Our strong reputation with prosecutors and judges helps us achieve winning results.
Legal Opinions & Advice
We advise individuals and businesses on their legal rights and responsibilities. Many clients turn to us when they need guidance on responding to active police investigations.
Criminal Appeals
We handle complex criminal appeals at all levels of court, including the Superior Court of Justice, the Court of Appeal for Ontario, and the Supreme Court of Canada.
A Criminal Law Firm WITH A DIFFERENT APPROACH
If you are facing criminal charges, choosing the right defence lawyer is one of the most important decisions you will ever make.
At Daniel Brown Law, our goal is simple: to resolve your legal matter quickly, discreetly, and effectively.
No matter how complex or straightforward your case is, you can expect sharp legal advice, complete discretion, and unwavering advocacy focused on results.
Our defence team works together to provide strategic, cost-effective legal services, ensuring that every detail of your case is carefully examined. You receive personalized attention at every stage of your case.
We are committed to achieving the best possible outcome while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and ethics.
Daniel Brown Law represents clients in all types of indictable and summary conviction trials and appeals.
CHARGES WE DEFEND
Our criminal defence lawyers handle a wide range of charges across Ontario. Explore our practice areas below.
Driving Offences
Impaired Driving, Driving Over 80, DUI, Refusing a Breath Sample, Dangerous Driving, Failing to Remain.
Assault Offences
Assault, Domestic Assault, Utter Threats, Harassment, Bodily Harm, Aggravated Assault.
Homicide Offences
Murder, Manslaughter, Criminal Negligence Causing Death, Dangerous Driving Causing Death.
Weapons Offences
Firearm Possession, Weapons Trafficking, Weapons Possession, Carry Concealed Weapons.
Sexual Offences
Sexual Assault, Sexual Interference, Sexual Exploitation, Voyeurism, Distributing an Intimate Image.
Property Offences
Theft, Shoplifting, Fraud, Possessing Stolen Property, Robbery, Mischief, Credit Card Possession.
Administration of Justice
Obstruct Police, Fail to Comply with Bail, Fail to Appear at Court, Public Mischief, Peace Bonds.
Driving Offences
Impaired Driving, Driving Over 80, DUI, Refusing a Breath Sample, Dangerous Driving, Failing to Remain.
Assault Offences
Assault, Domestic Assault, Utter Threats, Harassment, Bodily Harm, Aggravated Assault.
Homicide Offences
Murder, Manslaughter, Criminal Negligence Causing Death, Dangerous Driving Causing Death.
Weapons Offences
Firearm Possession, Weapons Trafficking, Weapons Possession, Carry Concealed Weapons.
Sexual Offences
Sexual Assault, Sexual Interference, Sexual Exploitation, Voyeurism, Distributing an Intimate Image.
Property Offences
Theft, Shoplifting, Fraud, Possessing Stolen Property, Robbery, Mischief, Credit Card Possession.
Administration of Justice
Obstruct Police, Fail to Comply with Bail, Fail to Appear at Court, Public Mischief, Peace Bonds.
WE ARE EXPERIENCED CRIMINAL APPEAL LAWYERS
Daniel Brown Law is widely recognized as one of Canada’s best criminal appeal law firms. Our extensive appellate practice covers both criminal and administrative appeals in Ontario.
Our legal team includes former judicial appeal clerks who bring insider knowledge on what it takes to win an appeal, as well as seasoned criminal appeal lawyers recognized in Best Lawyers in Canada for their excellence in Criminal Appellate Law and Criminal Defence.
We have litigated some of Canada’s most significant and precedent-setting criminal appeals at all levels of court, including the Court of Appeal for Ontario and the Supreme Court of Canada.
With deep experience and a strong reputation in appellate advocacy, we have earned the trust and respect of the courts at every level.
Learn more about criminal law appeals, including how to apply for appeal bail, defend against a Crown-initiated appeal, or challenge a conviction under the Provincial Offences Act.
We are EXPERIENCED Criminal Appeal Lawyers
Daniel Brown Law is recognized as one of Canada’s top criminal appeal law firms. Our extensive appellate practice covers both criminal and administrative appeals in Ontario.
Our team includes former judicial appeal clerks who bring insider knowledge on what it takes to win an appeal, as well as seasoned appeal lawyers recognized in Best Lawyers in Canada for their excellence in Appellate Law and Criminal Defence.
We have argued some of Canada’s most significant and precedent-setting criminal appeals at all levels, including the Court of Appeal for Ontario and the Supreme Court of Canada.
With deep experience and a strong reputation in appellate advocacy, we have earned the trust and respect of the courts at every level.
Learn more about criminal law appeals, including how to apply for appeal bail, defend against a Crown-initiated appeal, or challenge a conviction under the Provincial Offences Act.
Three Stages of Defence
MEET OUR TEAM
Experienced criminal defence lawyers who handle cases at every level of court in Ontario and across Canada.
Daniel Brown
Lead counsel and founder of the firm. Specializes in criminal defence for individuals and corporations at all court levels.
OUR LAW FIRM IN THE NEWS
Our deep understanding of criminal law has earned us recognition and respect. That’s why Canada’s top news networks frequently turn to us for expert commentary on important legal cases and issues.
Lindsay Board
CBC News
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Trevin David
CTV Your Morning
Colleen McKeown
CTV News
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SuJung Lee
Global News
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OUR LATEST BLOG POSTS
Statement from Team Formenton about the Hockey Canada Verdict
Alex Formenton was barely 18 years old and on the verge of a promising professional hockey career that came to a screeching halt on June 18, 2018, after what was meant to be a night of celebration with his coaches and teammates. For the last seven years, he has lived…
Welcoming Three New Lawyers to Daniel Brown Law
Daniel Brown Law welcomes three new criminal defence lawyers: Partner Jason Dos Santos, and Associates Ema Ibrakovic and Thomas McCann. Learn more about their trial and appellate expertise, and how they strengthen our Toronto criminal defence team.
Daniel Brown Law Welcomes Our Newest Partners
Daniel Brown Law LLP is excited to announce that Colleen McKeown, Andrew Bigioni and Lindsay Board have joined our partnership. We wish them all ongoing success as they continue their practices as partners in the firm. Colleen practices criminal and constitutional law…
WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY
Real results from real clients. Reviews from Google and our case history.
“The best choice for experience and reliability, Daniel Brown and his team put in work to not just fight, but to win cases.”
“Daniel Brown is bright, effective, diligent and personable. All charges were withdrawn in two months.”
“My son was charged with robbery. Local lawyers advised a guilty plea. Daniel Brown proved the search was illegal and got the case dismissed.”
“Daniel Brown Law is honestly the only choice of lawyer anybody should go with. His whole team is so professional and knowledgeable and takes time to explain the entire process.”
“Found not guilty of sexual assault, drug, and kidnapping charges after intensive trial preparation. I cannot recommend Daniel Brown enough.”
“I hired Daniel Brown twice. First for a small drug charge that was dropped. Second for a larger case — not guilty verdict.”
“I would highly recommend the professional and talented lawyers at this firm. They all worked as a cohesive team to ensure that I had the best possible defence.”
“A DUI charge nearly cost me everything — my career, my licence, my reputation. Daniel Brown protected my record after a 12-month legal fight.”
“Found not guilty of domestic assault. Daniel Brown’s patient preparation and cross-examination coaching made all the difference.”
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Contact Daniel Brown Law at (416) 297-7200 to discuss how we can help solve your criminal law problem.