No Charter breach when police warrantlessly searched text messages in ‘exigent circumstances’: SCC
Partner Christopher Hicks and Associate Stephen Whitzman recently contributed their experience and insights on the recent Supreme Court of Canada Campbell ruling.
View Here
Lawyer for Nathaniel Veltman outlines appeal challenges (CityNews)
Partner, Christopher Hicks, says Nathaniel Veltman has filed an “inmate notice of appeal”, which must be submitted within 30 days of sentencing to begin the appeal process.
*This article also appeared in the following publications, CP24, CBC, The Globe and Mail, and Global News
View Here
Webcast – Dwayne Alexander Campbell v. His Majesty the King
Associate, Stephen Whitzman appeared before the Supreme Court of Canada in Dwayne Alexander Campbell v. His Majesty the King.
View Here
London attack ruling first to recognize terror on grounds of white nationalism
Partner Christopher Hicks addresses Nathaniel Veltman's actions as terrorism
View Here
Closure ‘not possible’: relative of London, Ont., family brutally killed in truck attack
Partner Christopher Hicks addresses judge's ruling that Nathaniel Veltman's actions constituted terrorism under Canadian law
View Here
Sentencing hearing continues for Nathaniel Veltman
In an interview with CTV News, Associate Lawyer Peter Ketcheson discusses the next steps in Veltman’s case arguments.
View Here
Convicted killer’s apology at London, Ont., sentencing rejected by Afzaal family members
Partner Christopher Hicks addresses the aftermath of Nathaniel Veltman's trial, challenging terrorism claims and justifying the need for a fair and equitable examination of the case
View Here
Crown seeks fifth sentence of life in prison for ‘mass murderer’ convicted of attacking Muslim family in London, Ont.
Lawyer Christopher Hicks advocates for a 10-Year Sentence, rejecting terrorism label in the case of Nathaniel Veltman's.
View Here
‘Lack of motive’ in Cindy Ali case: lawyer
Partner, Christopher Hicks, says the evidence against Cindy Ali was 'circumstantial,' so it's no surprise that she was acquitted.
View Here
What role will terrorism play in Nathaniel Veltman’s sentencing?
Partner Christopher Hicks details the unprecedented role of terrorism in Nathaniel Veltman's sentencing.
View Here
‘Suffocating guilt.’ ‘Emotional wreckage.’ ‘Excruciating pain’: Powerful statements heard in London Ont. sentencing hearing
Partner Christopher Hicks navigates Veltman's defense, highlighting the emotional impact and family trauma.
View Here
Muslim community prepares to have ‘deep wound’ reopened ahead of sentencing in London, Ont. truck attack
Lawyer Christopher Hicks talks about the emotional toll on Nathaniel Veltman, emphasizing the difficulty for everyone involved in the upcoming sentencing hearing.
View Here
Nathaniel Veltman guilty on all counts in London, Ont., attack
Defence lawyers Christopher Hicks, spoke to the media outside the Superior Court of Justice in Windsor, Ont., after a verdict in the Nathaniel Veltman murder trial was reached.
View Here
Veltman found guilty of first-degree murder in killing of Muslim family in London, Ont.
Toronto criminal lawyer Christopher Hicks navigates the aftermath of the Veltman trial
View Here
Veltman’s lawyer says client is ‘in shock’
Partner Christopher Hicks talks to CTV News about the jurys verdict
View Here
Driving of accused killer of Muslim family was ‘precise’ and ‘intentional,’ Crown says in closing remarks
Partner Christopher Hicks advocates for Nathaniel Veltman's innocence in the London attack trial, citing mental health challenges and the absence of criminal intent.
View Here
An ‘addiction’ to far-right hate: Accused terrorist Nathaniel Veltman’s defence comes into view
Partner, Christopher Hicks, leads the defense, shedding light on Veltman's mental health struggles, online addiction, and the impact of hallucinogens.
View Here
London, Ont. attack trial: Accused says he looked up pedestrian-vehicle crashes beforehand
Partner, Christopher Hicks, advocates for a rational understanding of the case, urging the jury to consider all evidence.
View Here
Prosecutor says Nathaniel Veltman wanted to ‘send a warning message to other Muslims’
Partner, Christopher Hicks, represents Nathaniel Veltman through challenging cross-examination by Crown prosecutor Moser.
View Here
Nathaniel Veltman says he was in ‘dreamlike state’ prior to fatal crash
Partner Christopher Hicks, leads the defence as Nathaniel Veltman's testimony unveils a journey of a troubled mind, influenced by magic mushrooms and online extremism.
View Here
Accused killer of London, Ont., Muslim family testifies he hated ‘religious fanatic’ mom and hid unhappiness
Partner, Christopher Hicks, leads the defence as Nathaniel Veltman testifies in his own case, revealing a troubled childhood and mental decline.
View Here
In searing testimony, Nathaniel Veltman rips mom, details mental-health woes
Partner, Christopher Hicks, questions Nathaniel Veltman, the accused in a high-profile trial. He reveals a complex narrative of a strict Christian fundamentalist background to aimd to on Veltman's psychological state.
View Here
‘He’s very interested in what’s going on,’ Veltman defence lawyer speaks to media
Partner, Christopher Hicks, shares insights into the ongoing Nathaniel Veltman case.
View Here
Guilty Plea in Belize
Senior Partner, Christopher Hicks, speaks with CTV News about Jasmine Hartin’s guilty plea to manslaughter over the May 2021 death of Belizean police superintendent Henry Jemmott.
View Here
‘I didn’t kill her,’ Crown witness tells murder trial
A home invasion and theft of safes belonging to a drug dealer, who is now a Crown witness, were captured on video and viewed by the jury in Partners, Christopher Hicks', first-degree murder trial.
View Here
1 of 8 teen girls charged in ‘swarming’ death of homeless Toronto man released on bail
Senior Partner, Christopher Hicks, spoke with Global News about the release on bail of one of the eight teen girls accused of killing a homeless person in downtown Toronto.
View Here
Hoggard Awaits Bail Decision in Jail
Senior Partner, Christopher Hicks, recently spoke with CTV News about the five-year sentence for former Hedley frontman, Jacob Hoggard.
View Here
Griner Sentenced to 9 Year in Prison
Lawyer, Christopher Hicks, discusses basketball player, Brittney Griner's guilty verdict
View Here
Hoggard Sentencing Hearing
Senior Partner, Christopher Hicks, joined CTV News to discuss Jacob Hoggard's sentencing hearing scheduled for this October
View Here
Hoggard Testifying in his Defence
Partner, Christopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News Channel about Jacob Hoggard testifying in his own defence at sexual assault trial.
View Here
Ruling on Intoxication Defense
Partner, Christopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News Channel about the Supreme Court of Canada’s ruling on extreme intoxication as a plausible defence.
View Here
2nd Complainant Takes the Stand
Partner, Christopher Hicks, speaks with CTV News about the sexual assault trial of Hedley frontman, Jacob Hoggard.
View Here
Supreme Court Hearing in Quebec Mosque Shooter Case
Partner, Christopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News Channel about the Supreme Court of Canada hearing in the Quebec mosque shooter case.
View Here
Ottawa police arresting protestors
Partner, Christopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News about the police arrests made in Ottawa Freedom Convoy
View Here
Prime Minister on Protests
Partner, Christopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News about the injunction in effect at the Ambassador Bridge
View Here
Ghislaine Maxwell Found Guilty
Partner, Cristopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News Channel about Ghislaine Maxwell being found guilty of five of the six charges in the sex abuse trial.
View Here
Kim Potter Found Guilty
Partner, Christopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News Channel regarding former police officer, Kim Potter, being found guilty of manslaughter in the death of Daunte Wright.
View Here
U.S. Wins Appeal to Extradite Assange
Partner, Christopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News Channel about the United States winning its appeal to extradite WikiLeaks founder Julian Assange.
View Here
Jury Finds 3 Georgia Mean Guilty of Murder
Partner, Christopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News Channel about the three Georgia men found guilty of the murder of Ahmaud Arbery, who was shot and killed while running in 2020.
View Here
Nygard in Toronto to Face Sex Assault Charges Senior Partner
Christopher Hicks, spoke to CTV News Cannel about Peter Nygard’s arrival in Toronto to face sexual assault charges.
View Here
Peter Nygard Consents to be Extradited to the U.S.
Partner, Christopher Hicks, speaks to CTV News Channel about updates in Peter Nygard case.
View Here
Canadian Detainees Coming Home
Partner, Christopher Hicks, speaking to CTV News Channel about the recent release of Michael Kovrig and Michael Spavor.
View Here
Canadians’ Release Not Part of Meng Deal
Partner, Christopher Hicks, speaking to CTV News Channel about the outcome of the Meng Wanzhou case.
View Here
Nathaniel Veltman lawyer no stranger to high profile murder cases
After taking several weeks to retain a lawyer, the man accused of running over members of Afzaal family in London last month and killing four of them has secured Toronto criminal lawyer Christopher Hicks.
View Here
Court Appearance For Alleged CDN Hacker
A Canadian man charged in connection with the massive hack of Yahoo will most likely get bail as authorities in the United States take steps to extradite him, Toronto criminal lawyer Christopher Hicks tells CTV News.
View Here
Guilty Verdict in Babcock Murder Trial
The first-degree murder verdict for two men accused of killing 23-year-old Laura Babcock came after jury deliberations that were "quite long," Toronto criminal lawyer Christopher Hicks tells CTV News.
View Here
Man Accused of Killing Wife, Her Daughter, Burning Remains
The judge made an important distinction at the outset of the trial in which his client is accused of two counts of first-degree murder, Toronto criminal lawyer Christopher Hicks tells CTV News.
View Here
Explosive Evidence In Double Murder Trial
Toronto criminal lawyer Christopher Hicks talks to CTV News Kitchener regarding Crown witnesses in the ongoing trial of his client, accused of two counts of first-degree murder.
View Here
What The Jury Didn’t Know About the Glenn Bauman Double Murder Trial
Toronto criminal lawyer Christopher Hicks discusses the behind-the-scenes courtroom drama in the trial of his client, accused of two counts of first-degree murder.
View Here
Jury Deliberating on Glenn Bauman
Toronto criminal lawyer Christopher Hicks talks to CTV News Kitchener regarding the trial of his client, accused of two counts of first-degree murder.
View Here
Appeal of Dennis Oland’s 2nd-Degree Murder Acquittal Unlikely, Say Veteran Lawyers
Toronto criminal lawyer Christopher Hicks tells CBC News he doubts the Crown will appeal the acquittal of Dennis Oland on a second-degree murder charge.
View Here
Courts Scramble After Appeal Ruling Puts Dozens of Ontario Cases, Including Murder Convictions, At Risk
Courts scramble after appeal ruling puts dozens of Ontario cases, including murder convictions, at risk.
View Here
Meng Wanzhou’s Extradition Hearing Begins
Senior Partner, Christopher Hicks, latest interview with CTV News discussing Meng Wanzhou extradition hearing.
View Here
U.K. Judge Rejects Assange Extradition
Christopher Hicks speaking with CTV News regarding U.K. Judge Rejecting Assange Extradition.
View Here