Criminal Lawyer in Gatineau

A defence team in the heart of Gatineau, representing you at the Gatineau courthouse and across the Outaouais — judgment-free, in English and French.

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The Lespérance Avocats team — criminal defence lawyers

Criminal defence rooted in Gatineau

A criminal charge turns life upside down: reputation, work, family, your driver’s licence. Our office at 370 Gréber Boulevard exists so people in Gatineau and the Outaouais don’t have to choose between a local lawyer and a first-rate defence. You meet your lawyer here, in Gatineau, and you are represented by a team that practises criminal and penal law every week.

As everywhere at Lespérance Avocats, our approach is direct and judgment-free: we explain the charges, the next steps and your defence options in plain language, then prepare your case rigorously — from first appearance through trial if it comes to that.

At the Gatineau courthouse

The Gatineau courthouse (17 Laurier Street) is the main judicial hub of the Outaouais. We represent clients there at every stage of the criminal process:

A lawyer based in Gatineau knows how this courthouse actually runs — its timelines and its people. That is a real advantage in the conduct of a case.

Our criminal law services in Gatineau

We defend people facing charges in every major area of criminal law:

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Your team in Gatineau

Claudy Levasseur, Lawyer

A lawyer in the Gatineau office, Me Levasseur practises mainly in criminal and penal law. She represents clients at every stage of the judicial process and contributes to the strategic preparation of each case.

Me Julien Lespérance Hudon

Founder of the firm, Me Lespérance Hudon oversees Outaouais files and pleads in the cases that require it. The firm’s full experience — Montreal, Gatineau, Maniwaki — benefits every local case.

We serve the whole region

Our Gatineau office welcomes clients from every sector — Hull, Aylmer, Gatineau, Buckingham and Masson-Angers — and from neighbouring municipalities: Chelsea, Cantley, Val-des-Monts, La Pêche and L’Ange-Gardien. For the Vallée-de-la-Gatineau, our Maniwaki office saves you the drive into the city.

Our Areas of Practice

We offer comprehensive legal support in all the main areas of criminal law, with targeted strategies adapted to your particular situation.

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Domestic Violence

We offer comprehensive legal support in all the main areas of criminal law, with targeted strategies adapted to your particular situation.

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Proxenetism

We handle cases of sexual offences with discretion, rigor and professionalism, ensuring the complete protection of your rights at each stage of the proceedings.

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Economic crimes

We defend those accused of fraud and extortion with a solid legal strategy and determined representation.

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Sex Crimes

We handle cases of sexual offences with discretion, rigor and professionalism, ensuring the complete protection of your rights at each stage of the proceedings.

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Child Pornography

Offences involving the creation, possession, access, or distribution of sexual material involving minors. These charges are treated with the utmost seriousness by the courts and require a rigorous, strategic legal defense.

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Drugs

Offences related to the possession, production, trafficking, or distribution of controlled substances. These drug accusations can have serious consequences requiring careful analysis of the evidence as well as a strategic defense tailored to your situation.

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Violent

This involves the use or threat of physical force against another person. These crimes can cause serious injury, or trauma

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Firearms

We represent clients accused of illegal possession, unsafe storage, or other weapons-related charges.

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Driving

From impaired driving to dangerous driving, we help you challenge evidence and minimize the impact on your licence.

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Property

Offences involving damage & unlawful interference with property. These affect ownership rights and financial security.

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Court Order

Offences involving failure to comply with court-imposed conditions or legal directives.

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Murder

Offences involving the intentional or unlawful causing of another person’s death.

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Sentences

Court-imposed punishments or outcomes following a criminal conviction.

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What our Gatineau clients say

★★★★★

I highly recommend Julien Lespérance. I got a DUI for the first time and of course was scared out of my mind. Julien Lespérance eased my mind about the whole process. Definitely great customer service and professionalism, he is a great listener and gives you the time that you need to express your concerns. I am also very happy with the deal I got. Thank you so much for everything!

Celeste
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Aucun mot, message, paragraphe pourrait décrire à quel point le service que j'ai reçu de Maître Lespérance était excellent. Il était présent tout au long du cheminement, me rassurait et expliquait tout changement et développement. Je serai à tout jamais reconnaissante de son aide.

Sandi McDonald
★★★★★

Très bon service ! Personnel chaleureux et disponible. Les tarifs sont bien expliqués et totalement respectés. Bravo !

Renée Boulanger
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Frequently asked questions — criminal law in Gatineau

Can you represent me at the Gatineau courthouse?

Yes. Our office is located at 370 Gréber Boulevard and we represent clients at the Gatineau courthouse at every stage: first appearance, bail hearing, case management, trial and sentencing.

How much does a criminal lawyer in Gatineau cost?

Fees depend on the nature of the charge and the complexity of the case. From the first meeting, we explain our fees and the scope of the mandate clearly, with no surprises.

I was just arrested in Gatineau. What should I do?

Exercise your right to silence and your right to counsel. Do not give any statement to police before speaking with a lawyer. Call us at (819) 410-8874 as soon as possible: the first hours of a case are often decisive.

Do you defend clients outside Gatineau?

Yes. We serve the entire Outaouais from Gatineau, the Vallée-de-la-Gatineau from our Maniwaki office, and the firm also pleads in Montreal and elsewhere in Quebec as cases require.

Our Gatineau office

Lespérance Avocats

370 Gréber Boulevard

Suite 205

Gatineau (Québec) J8T 5R6

(819) 410-8874

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