Reason One: EXPERIENCE
At Aitken Robertson our lawyers have over 45 years of combined legal and trial experience.

Reason Two: First consultation is FREE
Your first consultation with Aitken Robertson is free. We will do our best to give you our first impression of your case, pointing out defences and explaining the technical aspects that surround an impaired or over 80 charge. We will explain your rights in plain language and answer your initial questions free of charge.

Reason Three: TEAM Approach
At Aitken Robertson we take a team approach that ensures all possible strategic options are identified and explored. In hiring Aitken Robertson you have the benefit of five lawyers reviewing your case and the advantage of various tactical approaches.

Reason Four: Continuing Legal EDUCATION
Aitken Robertson places great value on continuing legal education. Every year our lawyers attend seminars and training sessions that improve our legal knowledge and keep us up-to-date and on top of the ever changing technicalities of drinking and driving offences.

Reason Five: QUALIFIED Breath Technicians
Our lawyers are Qualified Breath Technicians and have completed the same training as the police. This gives us an advantage as we understand the inner-workings of the machines used to ascertain your charges.

Reason Six: REASONABLE Payments
Aitken Robertson uses block fee billing method. We do not charge by the hour but we charge for the work comleted. At your first appointment we will give you an accurate and fair evaluation of your fees and will discuss the option of reasonable monthly payment plans.

Reason Seven: CONVENIENT Locations
Aitken Robertson has offices located throughout southern Ontario. Our Peteborough office is conveniently located for clients in the Kawartha Lakes and our Oshawa office is accessible to our clients in the GTA. Our newly opened Kingston office serves the communities of Belleville, Napanee, Trenton, Gananoque and Prince Edward Country. At Aitken Robertson we do not charge clients for travel.

Reason Eight: DEDICATED to Criminal Defence
Unlike other law firms who may practice various areas of the law, Aitken Robertson focuses exclusively on defending people facing criminal charges, more specifically drinking and driving offences.

Reason Nine: We CARE
Aitken Robertson is staffed with legal professionals dedicated to serving our clients' needs. Our friendly and compassionate staff will assist you through this difficult time providing you with assurance your charges are being dealt with professionally. Our lawyers are available for office appointments during the evening or on weekends as well as via telephone at a time that is convenient for you.

Reason Ten: SUCCESS
Aitken Robertson will assist you in taking the best approach to fighting and beating your charge. Having an extensive understanding of this technical area of law and being up to date on the latest amendments the lawyers at Aitken Robertson will provide a vigorous and strong defence in and out of the courtroom.