London Criminal Lawyer – Daniel Brown Law

Defending Criminal Cases in London and Middlesex County

Daniel Brown Law is a leading criminal defence firm that regularly represents clients charged with serious indictable and summary offence matters in the Superior Court of Justice and the Ontario Court of Justice in London, and throughout Middlesex County and southwestern Ontario.

Daniel Brown Law has been named one of Canada's Best Law Firms by The Globe and Mail, a Top Criminal Law Boutique by Canadian Lawyer Magazine, and a leading criminal defence and appellate firm by Best Lawyers in Canada. Daniel Brown, Mark Halfyard, and Hilary Dudding are listed in The Best Lawyers in Canada for criminal defence, and the firm has been a frequent winner of the Toronto Star Readers' Choice Awards for Best Lawyer, Best Law Firm, and Best Legal Services. Daniel Brown is a certified specialist in criminal law as designated by the Law Society of Ontario.

Whether you are facing charges for assault, domestic assault, sexual assault, impaired driving, fraud, drug offences, or weapons charges, our lawyers are available to defend your case at the London courthouse. Call us at (416) 297-7200 for an immediate consultation.

London Courthouse Information

Criminal matters in London and throughout Middlesex County are heard at the Ontario Court of Justice located at:

80 Dundas Street, London, Ontario N6A 6A3

Important Court Contacts

London Courthouse: [email protected] or 519-660-3013

Provincial Crown Attorney: [email protected] or 519-660-3003

Federal Crown (PPSC): [email protected] or 519-645-2650

Duty Counsel (Legal Aid Ontario): [email protected] or 519-660-5095

Virtual Court Appearances in London

Adult Criminal Case Management – Courtroom 4

Held Monday through Friday with a rotating surname schedule. Federal matters are heard on Fridays.

• 9:30 a.m.: Counsel matters
• 12:00 p.m.: Agent/paralegal matters
• 3:00 p.m.: First appearances without counsel

Zoom Meeting ID: 675 9409 3629 | Passcode: 094545
Phone: 1-855-703-8985

Youth Criminal Court – Courtroom 1

Held Mondays:

• 9:30 a.m.: Youth case management
• 10:30 a.m.: Duty counsel and first appearances
• 11:30 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.: Conferences and guilty pleas

Zoom Meeting ID: 666 3557 2557 | Passcode: 358053
Phone: 1-855-703-8985

Guilty Plea Court – Courtroom 2

Held Monday through Friday at 9:30 a.m.

Zoom Meeting ID: 654 1061 6863 | Passcode: 100002
Phone: 1-855-703-8985

Judge-Led Intensive Case Management – Courtroom 7

Held Mondays at 9:30 a.m.

Zoom Meeting ID: 673 0319 5399 | Passcode: 100007
Phone: 1-855-703-8985

The lawyers at Daniel Brown Law are available to work with you through every stage of the criminal court process including bail hearings, trials, and appeals for all types of criminal charges in London. Contact us at (416) 297-7200 for an initial consultation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is the London courthouse?

Most London criminal cases are heard at the London Courthouse at 80 Dundas Street, London, ON N6A 6A3. Both Ontario Court of Justice and Superior Court of Justice matters are heard at this building.

What should I do if I have been charged by London Police Service or the OPP?

Do not speak to police beyond identifying yourself. Anything you say can be used against you at trial. Retain a criminal defence lawyer before your first appearance.

Does Daniel Brown Law represent clients at London court?

Yes. The lawyers at Daniel Brown Law travel to the London courthouse for impaired driving, assault, domestic assault, sexual offences, weapons charges, drug offences, fraud, and homicide cases — including high-profile London-area matters.

Does having a lawyer at a bail hearing in London matter?

It often makes the difference between release and detention. A contested bail hearing requires counsel to address the Crown's position, propose a release plan, and call sureties where needed.

What happens at a first appearance in London?

Nothing is decided at a first appearance. The court confirms you have counsel and sets the next date so disclosure can be reviewed. Your lawyer can appear on your behalf so you do not need to travel to London in person.