Andrew Bigioni

Toronto Criminal Defence Lawyer

Are you or a loved one facing criminal charges in Toronto or nearby communities like Scarborough, North York, or Etobicoke? Find general information about what you can expect here.

Ontario Court of Justice – Toronto

The Toronto courthouse at 10 Armoury Street opened in 2023 and consolidated the city's six former Ontario Court of Justice criminal locations; Old City Hall, College Park, 1000 Finch, 1911 Eglinton and 311 Jarvis among them — into one 17-storey building with 73 hearing rooms. Case management courtrooms are still organized by the police division that laid the charge, which is why your paperwork may reference a courtroom number tied to your part of the city.

  • Case management courts: Courtrooms 201–205, organized by the former courthouse / police division. Virtual by Zoom. Counsel matters from 9:00 a.m.; first appearances without counsel typically in the afternoon.
  • Plea courts: Courtrooms 801, 804, 901, 1004 and 1101, 10:00 a.m., again assigned by division.
  • Bail: Adult bail hearings for Toronto are held at the Toronto Region Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, not at 10 Armoury.
  • Superior Court of Justice (jury trials, most serious charges): 361 University Avenue.
  • Check your court date: ontariocourtdates.ca, lists post after 4:00 p.m. the day before.
  • Courthouse: 416-212-2701
  • Toronto Crown Attorney's office: 416-212-2707
  • Duty counsel: 416-646-1286
  • Getting there: Armoury St between University and Centre Ave, one block north of Dundas. St. Patrick subway station is a two-minute walk. Single security entrance, allow extra time.

Official page: Ontario Court of Justice, Toronto, 10 Armoury St.

About Us

Andrew Bigioni

Personal Commitment to Every Client.

Andrew Bigioni founded Bigioni Law on the belief that every person accused of a crime is entitled to both an expert defence and caring, compassionate treatment from their lawyer.

To that end, Andrew has achieved successes for clients at all levels of court in Ontario, including trials and appeals, via a rare combination of exceptional written and oral advocacy. Andrew’s notable cases include allegations of sexual assault, drug offences, firearms offences, and other criminal charges. Andrew is most proud of achieving leading results while preserving ironclad client care, including fair billing.

If you choose Bigioni Law, you can rest assured that Andrew will personally handle your case - and uphold these values.

Our track record speaks for itself.

10+

Years Experience

Over a decade of wins in pre-trial, trials, and appeals.

100+

Trials and Motions Argued

An established reputation for commanding a jury’s attention.

225+

Cases Solved Pre-Trial

Skilled in quickly resolving cases without requiring a trial.

75+

Sexual Assault Cases Won

Sought out by clients and other lawyers for expertise.

Charges we defend in Hamilton

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If you or one of your loved ones are facing criminal charges, reach out to us for help.

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Assault & Domestic Assault

Including charges involving family, intimate partners, and others.

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Armed Robbery

Representations in cases alleging the involvement of weapons or violence.

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Sexual Assault

Defending clients charged under s. 271 of the Criminal Code, among others.

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4
Trafficking & P4P Narcotics

Charges under CDSA for trafficking and related allegations.

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Importing Narcotics

Detail-oriented representation against charges of cross-border drug importation.

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Aggravated Assault

Allegations involving wounding, maiming, or other factors.

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Homicide

Defence in first-degree, second-degree, and manslaughter homicide charges.

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Complex Litigation

Our expertise includes Charter challenges, multi-accused trials, and other areas.

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Aggravated Sexual Assault

Cases alleging serious bodily harm, the use of weapons, or other factors.

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Kidnapping

Counsel on allegations of abduction, forcible confinement, and more.

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Impaired Driving

Allegations of operating a vehicle under the influence of drugs and/or alcohol.

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What happens after you're charged in Toronto

1
Release from police custody.

Most people charged in Toronto are released by police on an appearance notice or an undertaking, with a date to appear at the 10 Armoury Street courthouse. If police hold you instead, your bail hearing happens at the Toronto Region Bail Centre, 2201 Finch Avenue West, often the next day. A bail hearing is the single most important hearing to have a lawyer at.

2
First appearance.

Usually in one of the second-floor case management courtrooms, by Zoom. Nothing is decided at this appearance; the Crown typically provides initial disclosure and the case is adjourned. If you've retained counsel, you generally don't need to attend: Andrew Bigioni appears on behalf of his clients. If you haven't, you must attend yourself.

3
Disclosure review.

Your lawyer's first real look at the Crown's case against you: Toronto Police reports, witness statements, video, and more. The Crown must hand over its relevant evidence, whether it helps or hurts their case. We review every file for Charter breaches and evidentiary weaknesses.

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Crown pre-trial.

A meeting between your lawyer and the Toronto Crown to discuss your case. This is where many charges are withdrawn, diverted, or reduced. Bigioni Law prepares for this meeting as seriously as for trial, because a strong position here can end a case without an extended public trial.

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Judicial pre-trial.

If your case is heading toward trial, a judge-led conference known as a judicial pre-trial comes first, to narrow the issues and set the trial time. Even at this stage, your case may still be resolved on terms you accept, before any trial begins. Bigioni Law advises clients of all available options throughout the process.

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Trial or resolution.

Most criminal cases in Toronto end without a trial, through withdrawn charges, a peace bond, diversion, or a negotiated plea. If yours doesn't, it proceeds to a trial, where the Crown must prove every element beyond a reasonable doubt. Either way, your defence counsel will be there to support you.

Bigioni Law represents clients charged anywhere in the City of Hamilton and its amalgamated communities: Stoney Creek, Dundas, Ancaster, Waterdown and Flamborough, Binbrook and Glanbrook, and the Hamilton Mountain. Charges laid by Hamilton Police Service, the OPP in Hamilton, or by federal agencies at the Port of Hamilton all proceed at the John Sopinka Courthouse.

The Bigioni
Difference

Bigioni Law is led by Andrew Bigioni, a top Ontario criminal lawyer. Andrew handles all cases personally, so you can get the care and expertise you deserve.

Charged in Toronto?

Talk to Andrew today. Call (647) 526-9850 or submit our contact form for a confidential consultation.