A criminal file, first interview

Some of you may wonder what goes on in a first interview in a criminal file. First, many people bring a support person, who is often a parent or spouse. This can cause confidentiality concerns, especially if that support person could become a witness for either the government (Crown) or the defence. Thus, even if […]

First interview, the questions your civil litigation lawyer will ask himself

To understand this topic, one must have a general grasp of what the phrase “civil litigation” means. It can mean a legal dispute between two parties, that is not family law, or criminal law. That is not an all encompassing definition, but it will do for now. You will be filled with the emotions inherent to your […]