Edelson Foord Law is an Ottawa criminal defence firm with more than 75 years of combined experience among its lawyers. The team, led by founding counsel Michael Edelson, represents clients throughout Ontario and beyond in criminal trials, appeals, constitutional challenges and regulatory and disciplinary proceedings. The firm is based on Laurier Avenue West in downtown Ottawa.

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This firm’s lawyers at a glance

Called to the bar
1977–2023 · median 16 years in practice 4 of 8 lawyers
Law schools
University of Ottawa (4), Queen's University (3), University of Windsor 8 of 8 lawyers

Where to find them

141 Laurier Avenue West, Suite 402, Ottawa, ON · 613-237-2290

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