Hoare Claxton is a Calgary criminal defence firm whose four lawyers bring more than 110 years of combined courtroom experience. The firm appears weekly in Calgary Provincial Court and the Court of King's Bench of Alberta, handling everything from bail hearings and impaired driving to serious violent and drug offences. It offers a free initial consultation and answers calls 24 hours a day.

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Good to know

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Fees & payment

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This firm’s lawyers at a glance

Called to the bar
2009–2010 · median 16 years in practice 2 of 4 lawyers
Law schools
University of Ottawa 1 of 4 lawyers

Where to find them

600 6 Ave SW, Suite 210, Calgary, AB T2P 0S5 · 587-355-8889

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