Highly Experienced Criminal Lawyers
Former Crown Attorneys
With over 60 years of combined experience in criminal litigation, we don't just build a defense; we anticipate the prosecution’s next move before they make it.
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The Partners: Senior Counsel
At Amenta-Atkinson, you aren't just hiring a lawyer; you are hiring a team of former senior prosecutors who spent decades building the very cases we now dismantle.
Paul Amenta
Recognized as one of Canada’s top criminal trial lawyers, Paul brings a clinical, results-oriented approach to the most serious charges in the justice system. His career is anchored by 32 years as a Senior Crown Attorney, giving him an unparalleled understanding of how the state builds cases. Today, he uses that insider knowledge to deconstruct complex litigation and protect his clients' futures.
Tom Atkinson
Tom specializes in criminal law and his career is defined by high-stakes prosecution and complex financial litigation. By blending senior roles in criminal prosecution with his background in high-level securities regulation, he offers a tactical advantage few can match. Tom’s practice focuses on defending clients where criminal allegations meet intricate financial or corporate structures, ensuring a sophisticated defense against the most aggressive investigators.
Your Defense in the Criminal Justice System
We are not a high-volume firm. We believe every case is critical, providing the dedicated resources and senior-level strategy necessary to navigate the justice system and achieve the right results for you.
Serious Offences & Assaults
When allegations involve Assault, Sexual Assault, or other serious Criminal Code offences, the margin for error is zero. We meticulously deconstruct the prosecution’s narrative, uncovering flaws that only decades of experience identify.
Impaired Driving & DUI Defense
A DUI or impaired driving charge requires a high-level technical defense. We challenge the validity of the Crown’s evidence and police procedures from a position of undisputed authority to protect your future.
Narcotics & Firearms Offenses
We defend serious weapons charges and large-scale trafficking allegations. These cases hinge on complex search and seizure laws; our background allows us to challenge evidence from a position of undisputed authority.
Specialized Crimes & Personal Integrity
Sexual assault, Domestic assault OR Intimate Partner Abuse, and human trafficking allegations carry immense stigma. We provide a discreet, rigorous defense designed to protect both your liberty and your reputation through every stage of the litigation process.
Corporate Criminal Law & Financial Fraud
Leveraging deep expertise in securities regulation and criminal law, we defend against fraud and white-collar charges. We treat every case with individual importance, navigating complex enforcement to achieve the right results.
The Tactical Edge
- Internal Knowledge: Because our partners are former prosecutors, we identify the cracks in a case (from investigative errors to evidentiary gaps) that others might miss.
- Pre-Trial Intervention: Our goal is often to resolve the matter in our clients' favour before it ever reaches a trial. We use our reputations to negotiate from a position of undisputed authority.
- Boutique Attention: We are not a high-volume firm. Every serious file is handled directly by senior counsel, supported by our dedicated associate team.
Jurisdictions & Intake
Service Areas: Serving clients in the GTA, including Toronto, Brampton, Newmarket, Scarborough, North York, Etobicoke, Oshawa and elsewhere in Ontario.
Multilingual Representation: To better serve our diverse community, our team provides legal services in English, Italian, Punjabi, Hindi, and Urdu.
Strategic Defense Begins Now.
Serious charges require more than a standard defense; they require an insider’s perspective. With 60 years of Criminal Trial experience, we are ready to deconstruct the case against you.
Don't wait for the prosecution to build their lead. Contact our senior counsel today to discuss your matter in total confidence.
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