Harbic Law is a criminal defence firm based in Ottawa that has represented clients across Eastern Ontario and nationally since 1978. It's led by James Harbic, a Law Society of Upper Canada Certified Specialist in Criminal Litigation, and the firm serves clients in both English and French. Harbic Law accepts legal aid cases and offers a free half-hour initial consultation.

Practice areas

Criminal Defence

Good to know

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Fees & payment

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Lawyers 2

James Harbic Criminal Defence Robert Harbic Criminal Defence

Certified Specialists

A designation granted by the Law Society of Ontario, not a self-declared area of focus.

This firm’s lawyers at a glance

Languages on the roster
English, French

Who handles what

Where to find them

Suite 704, 200 Elgin Street, Ottawa, ON K2P 1L5 · 613-235-4365

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