Matt Gould
Your first meeting with Matt Gould, at the offices of Brodsky & Company Barristers, is free. You can meet with Matt Gould, review your case, review your options, and determine how you intend to protect yourself against a criminal prosecution.
Criminal defence representation requires more than just thorough preparation and legal research. There is an art to courtroom arguments which criminal defence lawyers need to present to achieve the best possible outcome. There are times for conciliatory negotiation, including in domestic violence matters, and there are times when contested matters should be fought out in the courtroom. The key is finding the balance that will be most effective for your case, with guidance from the best lawyers.
If you, or someone important to you, is charged with a criminal offence under the Criminal Code, effective representation can be the difference between going to jail, or going home. It can be the difference between losing your job and keeping it. It can be the difference between maintaining a clean record and having a record of conviction that can follow you and impact your life for decades. Choosing the right law firm for your legal defence can make a significant difference.
Facing criminal charges can be one of the most stressful situations one can be confronted with, whether they involve domestic violence or other related charges. That stress is understandable because the outcome of a criminal prosecution can have a dramatic impact on whomever is charged. Seeking experienced legal representation in Winnipeg, Manitoba can help you pursue the best possible result.
For someone who has never been involved in the legal process, even someone charged with a relatively minor offence or related charges, getting a conviction as the result of a criminal offence conviction can impact job opportunities, travel, and personal liberty. An experienced law firm can provide guidance across various practice areas, including other offences. For example, a single impaired driving offence conviction will result in a criminal record that would be discovered through a criminal records check by an employer, or by American customs agents who have the ability to bar entry to the United States to anyone with a criminal record. Matthew Gould is an experienced Winnipeg DUI lawyer, and can help you navigate this process and represent your interests.
For an accused person facing more serious charges, such as weapons offences, domestic violence allegations, sexual assault or aggravated assault charges, or many drug offences involving controlled drugs under the substances act, or dangerous driving offences under the highway traffic act, including certain quasi criminal offences, the consequences of a criminal conviction can result in custodial jail sentences lasting years.
The impact of a criminal prosecution can have such a significant impact on the person facing charges that it warrants careful thought and preparation. Time is of the essence.
There are many aspects of the legal system that move excruciatingly slow. Like any important decision, it is important to get informed at the earliest available opportunity. The first step is to meet with a criminal defence lawyer to understand what options are available, and how you intend to proceed. When someone is arrested and charged with an offence, the police often have the discretion to either release the accused person, or remand him into custody.
When someone is released by the police after being arrested and charged, that person will be issued a court appearance notice, and must appear in court on a specified date, or have a legal representative appear on his behalf. It is important be proactive if you find yourself with an upcoming first appearance court date. The earlier you speak to a criminal defence lawyer, the better prepared you will be defend yourself as an informed, knowledgeable, and protected accused person.
If the police do not agree to release an individual who has been arrested and charged with an offence, including uttering threats or other indictable offences, that person will have to make a bail hearing application in order to be released. Effective bail preparation and representation is critical to the defence of criminal prosecution, and accessing proper legal services is essential to get the best outcome in these situations. It is imperative to secure bail in a timely fashion, potentially even before matters proceed to supreme court, to minimize the impact that an arrest has on the arrested person’s family, employment situation, and personal freedom. A criminal prosecution can take years to proceed through the criminal justice system. Securing release at the early stage of this process can be critical to the successful defence of a case at later stages of the process.
By now, you’ve likely had a number of recommendations. Most people tend to think that their lawyer is the best lawyer in Winnipeg. From the first call on a criminal case to the last day in court, Matt Gould will provide representation with extensive experience and the knowledge required to get results, including in complex cases. The firm can also advise when criminal matters intersect with employment standards issues.