★★★★★Google
“Rafael's expertise and kindness made all the difference.”
S. F.Selected Google review
FOCUSED CRIMINAL DEFENCE IN ONTARIO
Criminal defence.
A clear way
forward.
Facing an assault, harassment, theft or mischief charge? Get clear advice and personal representation for eligible summary conviction matters in Ontario.
Licensed Ontario paralegal.
Practical advice. Without judgment.
Practical advice. Without judgment.
FAST LEGAL SERVICEONTARIO, CANADA
Your circumstances.
Your defence.
Licensed in Ontario
Ontario-wide consultations
English · Português · Español
Clear scope & written fees
HOW WE HELP
A focused practice.
A personal approach.
Criminal charges bring questions that need clear answers. Start with the issue you’re facing.
01
Domestic assault
When an assault allegation involves a partner or family member, the immediate questions often reach beyond court: contact, housing, work and everyday family life. Get advice that starts with your circumstances.
Explore domestic assault defence02
Criminal harassment
Messages, repeated contact and digital records can become central to a criminal harassment allegation. A considered defence begins with the exact allegation and a careful review of the complete record.
Explore criminal harassment defence03
Mischief under $5,000
Property damage or interference allegations, including a second charge arising from a domestic dispute.
Explore mischief under $5,000 defence04
Theft & shoplifting under $5,000
Retail theft, shoplifting and self-checkout allegations, with attention to disclosure, intent and the court process.
Explore theft & shoplifting under $5,000 defenceEXPLORE MORE CRIMINAL CHARGES
We confirm the precise charge, permitted scope and Crown’s election before agreeing to act. Understand our scope
BEYOND THE CHARGE
Your case matters.
So does the life
around it.
01
Your everyday life.
Understand release conditions and what they mean for contact, home and daily arrangements.
02
Your decisions.
Review the evidence and available options before deciding how to move forward.
03
Your peace of mind.
Know what happens next, what the work includes and how your fees are structured.
A CLEAR PROCESS
From uncertainty
to a plan.
You should understand the process, the advice and the reasons behind the next step.
01 / LET’S TALK
Start with your situation.
Discuss the charge, your next court date and the concerns you want to address.
02 / GET CLARITY
Understand the path.
Confirm eligibility, the work needed and a written scope of representation and fees.
03 / MOVE FORWARD
Prepare your response.
Once retained, we review disclosure, discuss strategy and take the agreed steps with you.
MEET YOUR REPRESENTATIVE
Legal experience.
A personal approach.
Licensed Ontario paralegal. Lawyer qualified in Brazil.
Rafael Ferreira brings together legal practice in Brazil, direct judicial advisory experience and hands-on representation in Ontario.
In Brazil, he served as a direct judicial adviser to a judge at the Court of Appeals of Rio Grande do Sul. His work included legal research, case analysis and the preparation of draft judicial decisions.
That experience shapes his approach at Fast Legal Service: careful preparation, attention to the evidence and clear explanations that help you make informed decisions about your case.
Speak directly with Rafael in English, Portuguese or Spanish, with consultations available across Ontario.
Meet Rafael FerreiraWORDS FROM OUR CLIENTS
A few words.
A real difference.
Thoughtful advice. Personal attention.
Here is how clients describe their experience.
Platform ratings checked October 30, 2026.
Read original
Recommended on FacebookFacebook
“I will be forever grateful for the help I had from Fast Legal Service. Highly recommended.”
T. C.Selected Facebook review
★★★★★Google
“… explains everything before proceeding and actually listens :)”
K. S.Selected Google review
★★★★★Google
“I would 100% recommend Fast legal service, my experience with them was streamlined and pleasant.”
S. J.Selected Google review
Recommended on FacebookFacebook
“… best of all he is affordable and lets you pay him in installments.”
T. L.Selected Facebook review
★★★★★Google
“Rafael is very professional and reliable to work with.”
S. T.Selected Google review
★★★★★Google
“Rafael was absolutely amazing! 10/10 would totally recommend.”
L. M.Selected Google review
★★★★★Google
“He was very courteous and affordable. We would highly recommend him.”
O. S.Selected Google review
★★★★★Google
“The appointment was scheduled quickly, and he was very attentive and professional throughout the process.”
I. S.Selected Google review
Selected excerpts; names shown as initials. Individual experiences and outcomes vary.
THE FAST LEGAL SERVICE BLOG
Watch. Read.
Understand your next step.
LEGAL ARTICLE · Disclosure
Missing or inaccessible disclosure in an Ontario criminal case: what should you do?
Check what you received, identify the precise problem and keep a clear record of your request before the next court date.
Read the article
LEGAL ARTICLE · Criminal resolutions
Conditional discharge or suspended sentence in Ontario: why the difference matters
The word probation does not tell you whether the disposition includes a conviction. Check the exact proposal and eventual court order.
Read the article
LEGAL ARTICLE · Mischief
Can you face a mischief charge for damaging property you partly own in Ontario?
A shared ownership interest is relevant, but it does not by itself prevent criminal liability for property damage.
Read the article
LEGAL ARTICLE · Guilty pleas
Before pleading guilty in Ontario: what must you understand?
A guilty plea requires an informed decision about the offence, the facts and the consequences. Prepare your questions before the court date.
Read the article
LEGAL ARTICLE · Ontario court process
Oshawa criminal case management: what happens during the 12-week adjournment?
A longer interval between court appearances is time to move the case forward. Start by confirming which stream and directions apply.
Read the article
LEGAL ARTICLE · Peace bonds
Is a peace bond a criminal conviction? What Ontario defendants should know
Agreeing to a peace bond does not itself create a conviction. Understand the proposed order, the status of any charges and the obligations that follow.
Read the article
LEGAL ARTICLE · Release conditions
No-contact conditions in Ontario: what if the complainant contacts you first?
A text saying “you can come home” does not, by itself, change a release condition. Understand the document you signed and the steps to request a lawful change.
Read the article
20:23WATCH & READ · Criminal harassment
Can tracking your spouse with an AirTag become criminal harassment?
Location sharing, relationship breakdown and criminal charges: watch Rafael explain a case, then explore the questions that matter in Ontario.
Watch the video & read the articleCan a paralegal defend a criminal charge in Ontario?
Yes, for certain offences within the permitted paralegal scope. The precise charge and the Crown’s election must be checked. A summary election alone does not make every offence eligible. See the Law Society’s permitted offences.
Can my partner have a domestic assault charge dropped?
A complainant can communicate their views, but the Crown decides whether to continue a prosecution. A request to withdraw does not automatically end the case or change a no-contact condition.
Can we speak if I live outside Durham Region?
Yes. Consultations are available virtually across Ontario, with in-person appointments in Durham Region by arrangement. Court attendance and representation depend on the matter, court requirements and the agreed retainer.
Will I have to attend court in person?
It depends on the appearance and the court’s directions. Some case management appearances may be virtual. Confirm each appearance with your representative; do not assume a consultation or retainer removes your obligation to attend.
BASED IN OSHAWA. HERE FOR ONTARIO.
Durham Region · Toronto & GTA · Central Ontario · Eastern & Southwestern Ontario
View service areasYOUR NEXT STEP
You don’t have to figure
this out alone.
Tell us where you are in the process. We’ll discuss how we can help.