Criminal Defence Lawyer · Montreal
For more than 30 years, Me Robert Francis has represented people facing criminal and penal proceedings in Montreal and throughout Quebec.
Direct access to your lawyer · Service in English and French
Services
A criminal allegation can affect your freedom, reputation, employment and family. Me Francis provides clear advice and determined representation from the earliest stage of a file through its final resolution.
Strategic representation for Criminal Code allegations at every stage—from police investigations, arrest and release hearings to disclosure review, negotiations, pre-trial motions, trial and sentencing. Each file is assessed on its evidence, procedure and practical consequences.
Defence in matters involving simple assault, assault causing bodily harm, assault with a weapon and related allegations. Witness accounts, credibility, medical evidence, context, intent, self-defence and other available defences are examined carefully.
Representation for allegations of possession, trafficking, possession for the purpose of trafficking, importation, exportation and production. The defence may include close scrutiny of searches, seizures, warrants, statements, continuity of evidence and Charter issues.
Defence for shoplifting, theft, breaking and entering, possession of property obtained by crime, fraud and other property-related charges. The evidence, identification, intent, value of the property and potential consequences are reviewed in detail.
Advice and representation for provincial and regulatory proceedings, including illegal cigarette and tobacco allegations and other penal offences. The objective is to identify procedural or evidentiary weaknesses while addressing fines, records and related consequences.
Representation for serious driving allegations under the Criminal Code and Quebec’s Highway Safety Code, including impaired operation, refusal, dangerous driving and driving while prohibited. Particular attention is given to licence, employment and insurance consequences.
Profile
From your initial request for a consultation through the final resolution of your case, Me Robert Francis remains personally involved at every step. His objective is to pursue the best defence available while making sure you understand the process and your choices.
Practising for more than three decades, he is assertive and combative when the circumstances require it. He has pleaded many cases of national interest and appears before Montreal’s municipal court, Quebec trial courts and appellate courts.
Over the years, Me Francis has built a strong reputation by providing clients with high-quality legal representation, direct communication and the confidence of knowing who is responsible for their file.
You deal directly with Me Francis—not a rotating team.
The evidence, procedure and practical consequences are examined carefully.
You receive a realistic assessment and a clear explanation of your options.
Your position is advanced firmly in negotiation and before the courts.
How representation works
Explain what happened, any police contact, release conditions and upcoming court dates. Me Francis identifies immediate concerns, answers your first questions and outlines the next steps. The initial consultation is free.
The charge, disclosure, witness accounts, statements, exhibits and procedural history are reviewed carefully. Evidentiary weaknesses, Charter issues, credibility questions, possible defences and the practical consequences of the case are identified.
Priorities are established around your circumstances, objectives and exposure. You receive a clear explanation of the available options and the recommended path, whether negotiation, a pre-trial motion, trial or another appropriate resolution.
Me Francis remains directly involved in preparation, negotiations, court appearances and advocacy. You are kept informed of developments, prepared for important decisions and represented firmly through every stage until the matter is concluded.
Consultation
The initial consultation is free. Call the office or send an email to arrange a confidential discussion. Bring or have available any promise to appear, summons, release conditions, police paperwork and upcoming court dates.
Contact
For an urgent matter, calling is the fastest way to reach the office. You may also use this form to prepare an email requesting a consultation.
Online payment
For the convenience of existing clients, legal fees and account balances may be paid through PayPal. Before paying, confirm the amount and the file or invoice reference with the office.
Criminal Defence Lawyer · Montreal
For more than 30 years, Me Robert Francis has represented people facing criminal and penal proceedings in Montreal and throughout Quebec.
Direct access to your lawyer · Service in English and French
Services
A criminal allegation can affect your freedom, reputation, employment and family. Me Francis provides clear advice and determined representation from the earliest stage of a file through its final resolution.
Strategic representation for Criminal Code allegations at every stage—from police investigations, arrest and release hearings to disclosure review, negotiations, pre-trial motions, trial and sentencing. Each file is assessed on its evidence, procedure and practical consequences.
Defence in matters involving simple assault, assault causing bodily harm, assault with a weapon and related allegations. Witness accounts, credibility, medical evidence, context, intent, self-defence and other available defences are examined carefully.
Representation for allegations of possession, trafficking, possession for the purpose of trafficking, importation, exportation and production. The defence may include close scrutiny of searches, seizures, warrants, statements, continuity of evidence and Charter issues.
Defence for shoplifting, theft, breaking and entering, possession of property obtained by crime, fraud and other property-related charges. The evidence, identification, intent, value of the property and potential consequences are reviewed in detail.
Advice and representation for provincial and regulatory proceedings, including illegal cigarette and tobacco allegations and other penal offences. The objective is to identify procedural or evidentiary weaknesses while addressing fines, records and related consequences.
Representation for serious driving allegations under the Criminal Code and Quebec’s Highway Safety Code, including impaired operation, refusal, dangerous driving and driving while prohibited. Particular attention is given to licence, employment and insurance consequences.
Profile
From your initial request for a consultation through the final resolution of your case, Me Robert Francis remains personally involved at every step. His objective is to pursue the best defence available while making sure you understand the process and your choices.
Practising for more than three decades, he is assertive and combative when the circumstances require it. He has pleaded many cases of national interest and appears before Montreal’s municipal court, Quebec trial courts and appellate courts.
Over the years, Me Francis has built a strong reputation by providing clients with high-quality legal representation, direct communication and the confidence of knowing who is responsible for their file.
You deal directly with Me Francis—not a rotating team.
The evidence, procedure and practical consequences are examined carefully.
You receive a realistic assessment and a clear explanation of your options.
Your position is advanced firmly in negotiation and before the courts.
How representation works
Explain what happened, any police contact, release conditions and upcoming court dates. Me Francis identifies immediate concerns, answers your first questions and outlines the next steps. The initial consultation is free.
The charge, disclosure, witness accounts, statements, exhibits and procedural history are reviewed carefully. Evidentiary weaknesses, Charter issues, credibility questions, possible defences and the practical consequences of the case are identified.
Priorities are established around your circumstances, objectives and exposure. You receive a clear explanation of the available options and the recommended path, whether negotiation, a pre-trial motion, trial or another appropriate resolution.
Me Francis remains directly involved in preparation, negotiations, court appearances and advocacy. You are kept informed of developments, prepared for important decisions and represented firmly through every stage until the matter is concluded.
Consultation
The initial consultation is free. Call the office or send an email to arrange a confidential discussion. Bring or have available any promise to appear, summons, release conditions, police paperwork and upcoming court dates.
Contact
For an urgent matter, calling is the fastest way to reach the office. You may also use this form to prepare an email requesting a consultation.
Online payment
For the convenience of existing clients, legal fees and account balances may be paid through PayPal. Before paying, confirm the amount and the file or invoice reference with the office.
Avocat en droit criminel · Montréal
Depuis plus de 30 ans, Me Robert Francis représente les personnes confrontées à des procédures criminelles et pénales à Montréal et au Québec.
Accès direct à votre avocat · Service en français et en anglais
Services
Une accusation peut toucher votre liberté, votre réputation, votre emploi et votre famille. Me Francis offre des conseils clairs et une représentation déterminée, du début du dossier jusqu’à son règlement final.
Représentation stratégique à toutes les étapes d’un dossier criminel — enquête policière, arrestation, mise en liberté, analyse de la divulgation, négociations, requêtes préalables, procès et détermination de la peine. Chaque dossier est évalué selon sa preuve, sa procédure et ses conséquences concrètes.
Défense dans les dossiers de voies de fait simples, causant des lésions, armées ou connexes. Les témoignages, la crédibilité, la preuve médicale, le contexte, l’intention, la légitime défense et les autres moyens disponibles sont examinés avec soin.
Représentation pour possession, trafic, possession en vue de trafic, importation, exportation et production. La défense peut comprendre l’analyse des perquisitions, saisies, mandats, déclarations, de la continuité de la preuve et des questions relatives à la Charte.
Défense pour vol à l’étalage, vol, introduction par effraction, recel, fraude et autres accusations visant les biens. La preuve, l’identification, l’intention, la valeur des biens et les conséquences possibles sont étudiées en détail.
Conseils et représentation dans les procédures provinciales ou réglementaires, notamment les allégations liées au tabac et aux cigarettes illégales ainsi que d’autres infractions pénales. L’analyse porte sur la preuve, la procédure, les amendes et les conséquences connexes.
Représentation pour les accusations graves prévues au Code criminel et au Code de la sécurité routière, notamment conduite avec facultés affaiblies, refus, conduite dangereuse ou interdite. Une attention particulière est portée aux conséquences sur le permis, l’emploi et l’assurance.
Profil
De votre première demande de consultation jusqu’au règlement final, Me Robert Francis demeure personnellement impliqué à chaque étape. Son objectif est de présenter la meilleure défense possible tout en vous aidant à comprendre le processus et vos choix.
Avocat depuis plus de trois décennies, il fait preuve de fermeté et de combativité lorsque les circonstances l’exigent. Il a plaidé plusieurs causes d’intérêt national et comparaît devant la Cour municipale de Montréal, les tribunaux de première instance et les cours d’appel du Québec.
Au fil des ans, Me Francis s’est bâti une solide réputation grâce à une représentation juridique de qualité, une communication directe et une responsabilité personnelle envers chaque dossier.
Vous traitez directement avec Me Francis.
La preuve, la procédure et les conséquences sont examinées avec soin.
Vous recevez une évaluation réaliste et une explication claire.
Votre position est défendue fermement en négociation et devant le tribunal.
Déroulement
Expliquez les faits, les contacts avec la police, les conditions de mise en liberté et les prochaines dates d’audience. Me Francis cerne les préoccupations immédiates, répond à vos premières questions et précise les prochaines étapes. La consultation initiale est gratuite.
L’accusation, la divulgation, les témoignages, les déclarations, les pièces et l’historique procédural sont analysés attentivement. Les faiblesses de la preuve, les questions liées à la Charte, la crédibilité, les moyens de défense et les conséquences possibles sont identifiés.
Les priorités sont établies selon votre situation, vos objectifs et les risques auxquels vous êtes exposé. Vous recevez une explication claire des options et de la voie recommandée : négociation, requête préalable, procès ou autre règlement approprié.
Me Francis demeure directement impliqué dans la préparation, les négociations, les comparutions et la plaidoirie. Vous êtes informé des développements, préparé aux décisions importantes et représenté avec fermeté jusqu’à la conclusion du dossier.
Consultation
La consultation initiale est gratuite. Appelez ou écrivez au cabinet pour organiser une discussion confidentielle. Ayez en main toute promesse de comparaître, sommation, condition de mise en liberté et date d’audience.
Contact
Pour une affaire urgente, le téléphone est le moyen le plus rapide. Vous pouvez aussi utiliser ce formulaire pour préparer un courriel demandant une consultation.
Paiement en ligne
Pour la commodité des clients actuels, les honoraires juridiques et les soldes de compte peuvent être payés par PayPal. Avant de payer, confirmez le montant ainsi que la référence du dossier ou de la facture avec le cabinet.