Dan Stein, Criminal Lawyer
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Dan Stein, Criminal Lawyer is a sole practitioner criminal defence firm in Toronto's Liberty Village. Dan Stein studied law at Queen's University and was called to the bar in 2000, then began practicing criminal law almost exclusively as a sole practitioner from that point forward. More than 20 years of that practice have centred on four areas: bail hearings, the full range of Criminal Code charges, Charter of Rights and Freedoms challenges, and criminal appeals, with more than 50 appearances before the Court of Appeal.
The Charter work covers arguments to challenge the validity of a search warrant, to exclude evidence obtained through a violation of a client's rights, and to seek a stay of charges based on unreasonable delay. Outside the courtroom, Dan Stein teaches and leads mindfulness groups and has written about applying meditation practice, including trauma informed approaches, to the pressures of criminal defence work. New clients get a complimentary initial consultation before any fees are discussed, and the office is at 60 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 200, in Liberty Village.
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Milestones & recognition
- Called to the bar in 2000 after studying law at Queen's University.
- Has practiced criminal law almost exclusively as a sole practitioner since being called to the bar.
- Has appeared before the Court of Appeal more than 50 times over the course of the practice.
In the community
- Writes articles on mindfulness and trauma informed approaches to criminal defence work, including pieces on breath focused meditation and pausing before reacting under pressure.
- Teaches and leads mindfulness groups and courses, drawing on a personal meditation practice to build awareness, concentration and composure in a high stress environment.
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The neighbourhood
The office at 60 Atlantic Avenue sits in Liberty Village, in a building with a distinct history. It was built in 1898 and housed the St. David's Wine Grower's Co. until 1922, then served as a warehouse for Eaton's before Artscape converted the space into artist studios in the 1990s. Developer Hullmark later restored the building as heritage office space, one of several former factories and warehouses that still give Liberty Village its industrial character.
Frequently asked questions
- I've been charged with a criminal offence. Can Dan Stein represent me?
- Yes. Dan Stein has practiced criminal law almost exclusively as a sole practitioner for more than 20 years and handles the full range of Criminal Code charges, from the early stages of a case through trial. A complimentary initial consultation is offered to review the specifics of a case.
- Can Dan Stein help me get released on bail?
- Bail hearings are one of the practice's core areas. Dan Stein has 20 years of experience seeking reasonable bail with minimal conditions, including proposing third party sureties and no deposit release arrangements where appropriate.
- What is a Charter challenge, and can Dan Stein bring one in my case?
- A Charter of Rights and Freedoms argument can take several forms, including challenging the validity of a search warrant, seeking to exclude evidence obtained through a rights violation, or arguing for a stay of charges based on unreasonable delay. Dan Stein has relied on the Charter to defend clients for more than 20 years.
- Does Dan Stein handle criminal appeals?
- Yes. Dan Stein has appeared before the Court of Appeal more than 50 times, with a focus on identifying trial errors and presenting the strongest issues on appeal.
- Where is the office, and is there a free consultation?
- The office is at 60 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 200, in Toronto's Liberty Village. A complimentary first consultation is offered to assess a case before any fees are discussed.
- Does Dan Stein practice alone, or work with other lawyers on a case?
- Dan Stein has practiced criminal law almost exclusively as a sole practitioner since being called to the bar, while also consulting with other defence counsel on more challenging cases.
Where to find them
60 Atlantic Avenue, Suite 200, Toronto, ON, M6K 1X9 · 416-720-3196
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