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Baran Buchler
Criminal Defence Lawyers

Specializing in Criminal Law Defence and Provincial Offences

Established in 1992 - Over 30 Years in Practice

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Introducing our law firm

About Us

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For over 30 years, the law firm of Baran Buchler has practised in all areas of criminal law, provincial and regulatory offences, representing clients at all levels of courts in Ontario. As former Federal Prosecutors, Mr. Randall Baran and Mr. Marcel Buchler, the Senior Partners and Founding Members, have a thorough understanding of the intricacies of the criminal justice system and defences best suited for your particular case and needs.

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Serving clients in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), Regions of Peel, Simcoe, York, Halton, Hamilton-Wentworth, Durham and throughout Ontario, consultations are available at your convenience 7 days a week either in person, via phone or virtually.  Unique among lawyers, they will meet with you in your geographic location where necessary.

"Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere." - Martin Luther King, Jr. 

The Senior Partners and Founding Members

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Mr. Randall Baran, B.A., B.Ed., LL.B.

Mr. Randall Baran attended at McGill University in Montreal where he graduated with a degree majoring in Economics and Political Science. He then attended at the Faculty of Education, University of Windsor, where he obtained a teaching degree. Following teaching, he attended at the Faculty of Law, University of Windsor, where he graduated with a law degree and was awarded the Judge Bruce J.S. MacDonald Award in Criminal Trial Advocacy. Mr. Baran articled with the Toronto Bay Street law firm of McMillan Binch (now McMillan LLP). Mr. Baran has lectured in the area of criminal law at local schools and at George Brown College.  He has practised exclusively in the area of criminal law in Ontario for over 30 years, having appeared before all levels of court and was a former Federal Prosecutor with the Department of Justice and the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC).

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Mr. Marcel Buchler, B.A., LL.B.​

Mr. Marcel Buchler attended at McGill University in Montreal where he graduated in 1986 with Distinction in Political Science. He then attended at the University of Windsor, Faculty of Law, where he graduated in 1990 with a law degree. After completing articling and his Bar exams, he was called to the Bar in February of 1993. Mr. Buchler has practised exclusively in the area of criminal law in Ontario for over 30 years, and worked as a former Federal Prosecutor with the Department of Justice and the Public Prosecution Service of Canada (PPSC). Mr. Buchler has lectured at George Brown College in the area of criminal law.

 

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The Senior Partners and Founding Members, 1992

Marcel Buchler (left) and Randall Baran (right)

PRACTICE AREAS

SEXUAL OFFENCES

  • Sexual Assault

  • Sexual Exploitation

  • Sexual Interference

  • Invitation to Sexual Touching

  • Sexual Assault Causing Bodily Harm

  • Aggravated Sexual Assault

  • Child Pornography

  • Child Luring

  • Sex Offence Registries

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DRIVING OFFENCES

  • Dangerous Driving

  • Driving while Disqualified

  • Driving under suspension

  • Careless driving

  • Speeding

  • Flight from Police

FRAUD & THEFT OFFENCES

  • Fraud Over $5,000

  • Fraud Under $5,000

  • Theft Over $5,000

  • Theft Under $5,000

  • Counterfeiting

  • Perjury

  • Income Tax Evasion

  • Corporate Fraud/Theft

  • Securities Fraud

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OTHER OFFENCES

  • Extortion

  • Fail to Comply

  • Fail to Appear

  • Obstruct Justice

  • Obstruct Peace Officer

  • Breach of Probation

  • Robbery

  • Murder

  • Manslaughter

  • Public Mischief

  • Arson

  • Break and Enter

  • Weapons Offences

  • Young Offender

  • Extradition

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BAILS

  • Bail Hearings

  • Bail Reviews

  • Bail Variations

  • Bail Pending Appeal

  • Immigration Appeal

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DRINKING OFFENCES

  • DUI

  • Over 80

  • Impaired Driving

  • Impaired Causing Bodily Harm/Death

  • Fail or Refuse to Provide Breath Sample

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DOMESTIC AND NON-DOMESTIC OFFENCES

  • Domestic Assault

  • Sexual Assault

  • Criminal Harassment

  • Utter Threats

  • Assault Causing Bodily Harm

  • Assault with a Weapon

  • Kidnapping

  • Forcible Confinement

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DRUG OFFENCES

  • Possession of Drugs

  • Possession for the Purpose of Trafficking of Drugs

  • Trafficking of Drugs

  • Importing of Drugs

  • Production of Drugs

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Client Testimonials

“Baran Buchler are simply THE BEST criminal lawyers around! I was really stressed out when I was charged, never having been previously involved in the criminal justice system. I was referred to Baran Buchler by a close friend of mine who had used them a few times. Baran Buchler took their time in explaining the whole process to me and always kept me updated about my case. They attended court in person.  To have your lawyer stand beside you in court made a huge difference, giving me the confidence that things would work out in the end. They were unlike so many of the other lawyers I saw in court who just go on ZOOM these days while their clients waste away in the courtroom not knowing what the heck is going on!! These guys are old school and actually care about your case. In the end, because of their hard work, the charge got withdrawn by the Crown! When in trouble you got to call these guys - ALWAYS!!”

A.E., July 23, 2024

M.B., February 1, 2023

Unbalanced Scales of Justice

Legal Fees

Our legal fees are based upon a wide variety of factors, including the complexity of the case and personal financial circumstances.  Our view is that everyone has the right to an affordable, vigorous and effective legal defence and that access to justice should be the paramount consideration for anyone charged with a criminal offence.  Accordingly, we accept payment plans and instalments, depending on one’s ability to pay.

 

It is our view that legal fees should not be onerous, and that block payments which encompass a specific bundle of legal services are a way which protects clients from excessive legal fees.

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