Mr. McLachlan has been practicing exclusively as a criminal trial defence lawyer since 1974, Toronto based. He specialize in matters that have serious consequences for anyone facing the attentions of the criminal justice system. Mr. McLachlan is familiar with the court system at all levels and has conducted trials throughout the province from Elliott Lake to Kingston, Brampton, Hamilton, Oshawa, Ottawa, Peterborough, London and Toronto. He has brought all kinds of cases to a successful conclusion including impaired driving by alcohol or drugs, theft, conspiracy to import drugs, trafficking, domestic and sexual assault, fraud and homicide. Theoretically the criminal justice system presumes you are innocent. You will find that you will not feel you are being treated that way. If you retain Mr. McLachlan, you will be defended by an aggressive, skillful and experienced advocate. He promises you that, in the face of the police, the prosecutor and the court system itself, he will dedicate himself to the protection of your rights, under the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, and defence of your innocence.
Personal Note:
Michael is an active family man. His various leisure activities include squash, running, kayaking, biking, hiking, camping and swimming. He also enjoys gardening. He has travelled throughout the world including South and Central America, the Carribean, Europe, Northern Africa, Indonesia and Nepal. He is a Francophile and also speaks some Spanish and German.