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Criminal defence lawyer serving Toronto/GTA/Ontario
Criminal Defence Services
Defending clients across Ontario, no matter the charges.
Sexual Assault / Sexual Offences
DUI / Impaired Driving
Drug Trafficking
Firearm Offences
Extortion & Harassment
Murder & Violent Crimes
Appeals
Youth Offences / YCJA
Trevor Lau - Criminal Defence Lawyer
Oxford-Trained. Ontario-Focused. Results-Driven.
Trevor Lau obtained his law degree from the University of Oxford, and a Masters of Law from Osgoode Hall Law School.
He is an experienced criminal defence lawyer who has successfully defended clients in both the Ontario Court of Justice and the Superior Court of Justice, against charges ranging from Impaired operation (DUI) to Murder.
Trevor defends clients across Ontario rigorously, and believes every client deserves honesty and communication throughout the criminal justice process. His approach combines aggressive advocacy with transparent client relationships.
TL Criminal Defence operates under the law firm RH Criminal Defence, in which Trevor is an associate. To see RH Criminal Defence's main website, visit https://rhcriminaldefence.com/
Recent Successes
Proven track record of achieving favorable outcomes for clients facing serious criminal charges
R. v. D.D. (2021)
Charges: Extortion & Harassment
Charges stayed following negotiations with Crown, prior to preliminary inquiry
No jail, no criminal record
R. v. K.C. (2023)
Charges: Sexual assault
Charges withdrawn following filing of pre-trial motions to admit screenshots of conversations with the complainant, and of prior sexual history
No jail, no criminal record
R. v. Z.D. (2023)
Charges: Impaired operation and Over 80 (DUI)
Charges withdrawn following filing of ss. 8 and 10(b) Charter applications
No jail, no criminal record
R. v. K.E. (2024)
Charges: Sexual assault and Fail to comply
Charges against elderly client withdrawn after negotiations with Crown
No jail, no criminal record
R. v. A.M. (2024)
Charges: Firearm offences
Charges withdrawn mid-trial after thorough cross-examination of the complainant, which led to evidence suggesting collusion and fabrication
No jail, no criminal record
R. v. M.C. (2025)
Charges: Uttering threats to cause death
Following negotiations with the Crown, charges were withdrawn.
No jail, no criminal record
R. v. S.G. (2025)
Charges: Failure to stop after accident
Client risked being barred from obtaining PR status if convicted of a criminal offence. Following negotiations with the Crown, the case was resolved by way of a plea to Careless driving causing bodily harm under the Highway Traffic Act.
No jail, no criminal record
R. v. T.C.K. & R. v. A.M. (2025)
Charges: Possession for trafficking (Cocaine & Fentanyl)
Both clients had charges withdrawn after extensive pressure on the Crown to release disclosure
No jail, no criminal records
R. v. T.L. (2025)
Charges: DUI, Sexual assault and Mischief Over
Client faced deportation if convicted. Sexual assault & Mischief Over were stayed (dropped) mid-trial. DUI resolved through a plea to Careless driving under the Highway Traffic Act.
No jail, no criminal record
Every case is unique. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes, but demonstrate our commitment to rigorous defence.
Serving clients across the GTA and all of Ontario
Phone: (365) 999-4249
Start with a free consultation.
Being charged with a criminal offence is a life-changing event. You deserve honest communication and a rigorous defence throughout the criminal justice process. Contact TL Criminal Defence for experienced representation against any and all kinds of criminal charges.