Ontario’s Premier Criminal Defence Lawyers

Collett Read LLP is one of Ontario’s top criminal defence firms, with our lawyers practicing solely in the areas of criminal law, regulatory offences and offences under the highway traffic act. The Collett Read LLP office is located beside the John Sopinka courthouse in Hamilton, but we represent clients in courtrooms across Ontario.

We are passionate about helping our clients through what is usually the most difficult time in their lives, and we care about our clients as people.

Cases

December 23rd, 2021

R v D. A. (ROBBERY)

CHARGE: Robbery Location: Hamilton Ontario Court of Justice BACKGROUND A Hamilton woman reported that two younger men approached her as she was parking her car. The men demanded that the woman hand over her keys, using a toy gun to intimidate her. The woman did so, and the men forced the woman out of her [ … ]

November 6th, 2020

R. v. P.D.S. (Historical Sexual Assault)

LOCATION: Old City Hall Toronto Ontario Court of Justice BACKGROUND In 2018 the complainant made allegations of that our client had violently raped her on New Years Eve 35 years ago. They had been in a relationship (which both parties acknowledge) that had ended in the fall of that year. The allegations were that our [ … ]

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Testimonials

I was fortunate enough to have Jessica represent me in court. I was blown away with the amount of effort and time she put into my case and cannot thank her enough for her performance as a criminal defence lawyer. I would highly recommend her for her services!
Cassie Clayton
April 19, 2022
Strange to say about an experience with a lawyer but I had a fabulous one with Jessica Read, the judge even commended her on her knowledge and work with my case. Thank you again. I would definitely recommend this firm.
Randy Oliver
April 14, 2022
I had the pleasure and good fortune to retain Jessica Read for a serious traffic offense. From the minute I spoke with Annett and Jessica I knew I was in good hands. Jessica took my case 3 weeks before my trial and went above and beyond in every single aspect, she impressed me every single time we spoke and was available any time I had any questions or concerns. Trial Day 1: Jessica and her team had done an unbelievable amount of preparation, research and planning in such a short amount of time. At trial Jessica was methodical , knowledgeable and in court she knew what was going to transpire before anyone else. Long story short, Jessica and her amazing team picked away at the crowns case that by the end of the first day the crown threw in the towel. This firm and everyone working there treat you like family and look out for you and your best interests. If you are in need of representation there is no comparable lawyer out there. Jessica Read is the best trial lawyer in this province and most likely the country. You saved my life Jessica, my family and I will be forever indebted to you and your staff. Thank you from the bottom of my heart Dr. Hamid Noien.
Injury Institute
April 7, 2022

Ontario’s Premier Criminal Defence Lawyers

Awards

Cases

R v D. A. (ROBBERY)

R. v. P.D.S. (Historical Sexual Assault)

Media

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Testimonials