Shayan Shaffie
The Power of Affidavits in Domestic Assault Cases: A Comprehensive Guide
As a criminal lawyer specializing in domestic assault cases I hear the word affidavit a lot. In fact, about half the clients who call my...
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Ontario's Leading Domestic Violence Law Firm.
Shaffie Law
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1. A criminal law firm with a special focus on domestic violence and sexual assault cases across Ontario.
2. A legal team with an exceptional track record of getting domestic charges dropped and victims' voices heard.
Exceptional Advocacy.
Focused on Relationships.
Across Ontario, we reconnect families and help clients get domestic charges dropped.
We shine a spotlight on false claims of sexual assault, vindicating clients' reputations.
And men and women, ignored by the criminal justice system, turn to us when they demand to be heard.
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About
Charges, Meet Counsel.
Toronto criminal lawyer Shayan Shaffie knows a thing or two about defending domestic and sexual assault cases. As a former Crown Attorney, Shayan cut his teeth as a trial lawyer for the other side. Today, he passionately champions the rights of the wrongfully accused.
Armed with a law degree and Specialist's Degree in English Literature from the University of Toronto, Shayan's career started at Crown Attorney's Office in Hamilton, Ontario. After several years as a trial Crown, he left the public sector to establish Shaffie Law.
Since 2014, Shayan has devoted his energy to the defence of everyday Ontarians, particularly in the areas of domestic violence and sexual assault. As a criminal defence lawyer, Shayan has honed a reputation for fearless advocacy, comprehensive command of the law, and a total commitment to the welfare of his clients.
Shaffie Law specializes in the defence of domestic violence charges across Ontario, boasting a distinctive record of dropped charges, hard-won acquittals, and delighted clients.
Shayan Shaffie, Domestic Violence Lawyer
Member of the Law Society of Ontario
Member of the Criminal Lawyer's Association of Ontario
University of Toronto, Juris Doctor, B.A. Hons.
A History of Success.
Our Areas of Specialization.
Domestic Charges • Sexual Assault • Victim Services • Youth Criminal Justice
Shaffie Law's success rate in domestic cases is based on over a decade prosecuting and defending cases on both sides of the courtroom.
Drawing on experience, we apply strategic legal, therapeutic, interpersonal and litigative methods to get our clients the best possible result.
Domestic Assault Charges
Includes: Domestic Assault • Domestic Assault with a Weapon • Domestic Assault Causing Bodily Harm • Aggravated Domestic Assault • Domestic Assault by Choking • Uttering Threats to Cause Bodily Harm • Uttering Threats to Cause Death • Mischief to Property Under $5,000 • Mischief to Property Over $5,000 • Forcible Confinement • Criminal Harassment • Breach of Court Orders • Peace Bond Applications (s.810)
Defending domestic assault charges is our law firm's primary focus.
The successful defence of domestic charges requires a unique set of legal, interpersonal, and even psychological skills, coupled with extensive experience in this special area of criminal law.
Domestic charges are treated with a level of seriousness and inflexibility that surprises even the parties at the centre of them. Seemingly minor incidents can result in criminal charges with far-reaching consequences. Spouses are forcibly separated; domestic release conditions prohibiting contact can feel unduly harsh; and for first offenders or those unfamiliar with the justice system, court can feel slow, unfair and downright scary.
Shayan Shaffie has built a law practise that places clients facing domestic charges front and centre. He's proud of his track record of successfully defending and getting domestic charges dropped. He has represented hundreds of men and women - husbands and wives, victims and accused - by making sense of the criminal justice system and obtaining consistently exceptional results.
If you have been charged with a domestic violence offence, speak to us today. In the meantime, read through our helpful domestic violence resources or watch Shayan Shaffie's videos on YouTube.
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Sexual Assault Charges
Includes: Sexual Assault • Sexual Assault with a Weapon • Sexual Assault Causing Bodily Harm • Sexual Assault Choking • Aggravated Sexual Assault • Historical Sexual Assault • Sexual Interference • Child Luring • Statutory Sexual Assault • Gang Sexual Assault • Obtaining Sexual Services • Advertising Sexual Services • Procuring • Trafficking in Persons • Living off the Avails • Material Benefit • Criminal Harassment • SOIRA Offences • DNA Appeals
For decades, Canada's courts and federal governments have wrestled with how to make sexual assault cases fairer for victims. With the advent of #metoo and highly publicized (and criticized) trials like Ghomeshi, this project has accelerated drastically.
Today's legal landscape in sexual assault cases is nothing like it was twenty, ten, or even five years ago. The combination of political, social and legal forces have totally transformed how sexual assault charges are investigated, prosecuted and even decided by judges.
For the men and women facing sexual assault charges today, re-balancing the scales has come at a steep cost. As the Globe & Mail reported, as of May 2022, in 34 sexual assault appeals in a row Canada's highest court has ruled in favour of victims over accused.
And the transformation continues. Major new developments issue from Canadian courts on a monthly and even weekly basis, with more bombshell developments on the horizon. Staying on top of the patchwork of laws, principles and effective defence strategies has become a full-time occupation, even for experienced counsel.
Now more than ever, it is essential to hire a criminal lawyer who is focused on defending sexual assault cases. Toronto criminal lawyer Shayan Shaffie has defended dozens of clients charged with sexual offences. In every case, Shayan has deployed his skill and expertise as a trial lawyer to obtain the best possible result.
If you've been charged with a sex crime, you cannot afford to leave your defence to chance. Call Toronto criminal lawyer Shayan Shaffie for a complementary consultation today.
Services for Victims
Includes: General Advice About Legal Processes • Complainants in Sexual Offences • Complainants in Domestic Assault Cases • Evidentiary Hearings relating to Prior Sexual History or Private Records • Furnishing Input Under the Victims Bill of Rights • Letter Preparation • Affidavit Preparation • Trial Preparation • Interview Preparation
Canada's criminal justice system can feel like a vast and confusing wilderness for those it was designed to protect.
Domestic assault charges are frequently laid against the wishes of intimate partners. Unwanted no-contact orders can do real harm to relationships. And the court process can feel slow, stressful and capable of doing more harm than good for families.
In every criminal case, victims have a choice: to accept the passive role assigned to them by police and the courts, or to send the message that they intend to be heard.
At Shaffie Law, we give complainants an effective voice, based on our experience defending the very cases that concern them most.
The starting point is an initial consultation designed to provide clients with an overview of the criminal justice process and how they can expect it to unfold in their specific case. For many, this consultation ends a complainant's journey for answers.
For others, we offer a range of services designed to advance our clients' interests: from trial preparation to assisting in the removal of no contact orders through input advocacy under the Victim Bill of Rights.
If you're a victim of a domestic or sexual matter and you require guidance, call our law firm today.*
Young Offenders
Includes: Robbery • Sexual Assault • Theft Under $5,000 • Theft Over $5,000 • Theft of Motor Vehicle • Weapons Charges • Firearms Charges • Possession of a Controlled Substance • Trafficking in a Controlled Substance • Mischief to Property • Family Disputes (Assault) • Assault with a Weapon • Breach of Court Orders • Bail Hearings • Advice to Parents • Mental Health Assessments • Youth Sentencing
Canada's Youth Criminal Justice Act emphasizes the rehabilitation and re-integration of young offenders back into Canadian society. These admirable goals stem from a recognition that people under the age of 18 don't understand the world as well as adults. They also signal the shared responsibility of all Canadians - including the justice system - to help steward troubled youth toward a better future.
As always, though, the devil is in the details. Without the right legal advice, the lofty aims of the Youth Criminal Justice Act remain just that: goals.
Identifying the complex and evolving needs of young clients; connecting them to the right community resources; and doing all this while mounting an intelligent defence in the court case: these are the keys to success. They are also the domain of the skilled criminal defence lawyer.
At Shaffie Law, we take special care to assist young people thoughtfully and carefully through the justice system. Our emphasis is on safeguarding futures and bringing peace of mind to parents and clients alike.
We believe youth criminal justice should be as intelligent, strategic and robust as any adult. This means addressing the root cause of offending behaviour while simultaneously deploying a successful court strategy.
Toronto criminal lawyer Shayan Shaffie has represented countless young offenders at all stages of the criminal justice process. He has achieved exceptional results by empowering his youth clients and informing their parents of the legal pathway ahead. If your child is facing charges under the Youth Criminal Justice Act, call Shayan Shaffie today.
Bail Hearings & Reviews
Includes: Domestic Assault Bail Hearings • Sexual Assault Bail Hearings • All Special or Complex Bail Hearings, Including Firearms Bail Hearings • Bail Reviews • Myers Detention Reviews • Bail Variations
Bail marks a crucial early point in every criminal case. The failure to adequately prepare for a bail hearing could mean the issuance of a detention order lasting months or even years. In such cases, Canadians facing criminal charges lose an extremely powerful source of leverage in the prosecution process. Because they are already incarcerated, prosecutors grow disinclined to offer favourable resolution terms. The pressure to plead guilty grows, and the ability to work closely and freely with your defence lawyer shrinks.
Toronto criminal lawyer Shayan Shaffie has conducted hundreds of bail hearings and dealt with thousands of bail matters. Over time he has acquired an exceptional ability to identify the unique risk-related issues present in every bail case, and to confidently determine the best possible release plan with the tools and personnel available. As with every bail case, Shayan Shaffie will take the time to review the case, identify the central issues, and prepare his sureties for the court process.
If you or someone you know requires assistance with a bail matter, call Toronto criminal lawyer Shayan Shaffie today.
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Shaffie Law is committed to providing Canadians with no-cost, reliable legal information about domestic violence cases.
Our law blog addresses the needs of individuals, families and victims involved in domestic cases alike. Be sure to visit the Shaffie Law YouTube page for even more helpful content.
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Shaffie Law Professional Corporation
130 Spadina Ave. Suite 606
Toronto, Ontario M5V 2L4
Office: (647) 500 5186
Fax: (416) 361 9443
Email: info@shaffielaw.ca
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