Riendeau Avocats

Criminal Lawyers in Montreal

Riendeau Avocats: Criminal Defence Services and Legal Advice

Riendeau Avocats understand the complexity of some disputes and always work to emphasize every piece of evidence that may work in your favour. Therefore, we often go beyond the expertise of our criminal and penal law team by collaborating with other departments of our firm, such as our family law and immigration law departments. By building exhaustive cases, our criminal lawyers can have a global idea of the litigation to be discussed and defended before a court.

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Drinking and Driving

Our criminal lawyers can help you facing one or more criminal charges related to impaired driving.

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Economic Crime

Are you being accused of fraud, theft or another economic offence? Whatever the facts of your case, our lawyers are here for you.

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Sexual Crimes

Sexual crimes are serious accusations and jail terms may vary from one offence to another. Our criminal lawyers will assist you.

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What are we doing for you?

No matter the offence nature you are accused of, our specialized lawyers will defend you rigorously in order to obtain an acquittal or spare you from having a criminal record.

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Our expertise

Fourteen domains.
One standard of rigour.

From impaired driving to white-collar cases, each area of expertise is handled by a dedicated team. Hover over a domain to explore.

  1. Impaired Driving (Alcohol) Full representation for impaired driving offences — challenging procedures, analyzing evidence, and negotiating reduced penalties.
  2. Impaired Driving (Drugs) Rigorous defence in drug-impaired driving cases, including challenging roadside screening tests and blood sample results.
  3. Sexual Offences Absolute discretion, attentive listening, and full defence in the most sensitive cases. Meticulous preparation at every stage.
  4. Assault Representation in simple, armed, or bodily harm assault cases. Thorough analysis of the context and all available defences.
  5. Domestic Violence Comprehensive support — undertakings, release conditions, negotiation, and trial. Handled with discretion and firmness.
  6. Criminal Harassment Defence in harassment cases — in person or online. A careful analysis of context and evidence at every step.
  7. Uttering Threats Representation in cases involving threats — verbal, written, or digital — under section 264.1 of the Criminal Code.
  8. Drug Offences Possession, trafficking, production, importation. Challenging search warrants, chain of custody, and constitutional issues.
  9. Theft & Fraud Theft, fraud, false pretences — analysis of fraudulent intent and a thorough review of all documentary evidence.
  10. White-Collar Crime Representation of executives and professionals — commercial fraud, market manipulation, corruption. Protecting reputation and freedom.
  11. Youth Justice Representation of young persons before the Youth Court under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA).

2005

Lawyer since 2005

5000+

Number of cases settled

10+

Number of lawyers in service

Our team

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Phone: 438-231-8493

Email: info@riendeauavocats.ca

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What is your situation?
Victim

Our firm represents people who have been charged. If you are a victim, these resources can help you quickly:

  • Emergency or immediate danger: 911
  • Info-Social: 811, option 2 (24/7)
  • CAVAC, assistance for victims of crime: 1 866 532-2822
  • SOS violence conjugale (domestic violence helpline): 1 800 363-9010 (24/7)

Me Anthoni Daoust, Riendeau Avocats

Me Anthoni Daoust

Criminal and penal lawyer

Maître Anthoni Daoust, holder of a bachelor’s degree in law from the University of Sherbrooke and member of the Bar since 2021, stands out for his incessant quest for knowledge. Indeed, he also obtained a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from the University of Quebec, a minor in criminology from the University of Montreal, as well as training in police technology from John Abbott College. This variety of academic training gives him a unique and informed perspective when reviewing his files.

Me Daoust is a lawyer specializing in criminal and penal law, demonstrating a deep commitment to the recognition and respect of individual rights. As a progressive lawyer, he actively engages in a practice aimed at making justice more accessible to all. Thanks to his exceptional analytical and negotiation skills, he manages to obtain optimal settlements in order to guarantee his clients a complete and effective defense.

Me Ariane Roberge, Riendeau Avocats

Me Ariane Roberge

Criminal, Youth and Appeals Lawyer

Team Leader

A member of the Bar, Ariane Roberge holds a Bachelor of Laws with a graduate degree in Common Law and Transnational Law (Juris Doctor) from the Université de Sherbrooke. Me Ariane Roberge is a lawyer with a practice focused on criminal and penal law. Although she joined the Riendeau Avocats team as an intern, she quickly made her mark as a lawyer and gained the trust of her clients. Her good energy is always present, Me Roberge is known within our firm as a dynamic lawyer who is 100% committed to each of her causes.

Me Cédric Materne, Riendeau Avocats

Me Cédric Materne

Senior Criminal Lawyer
Team Leader and Media Spokesperson

Cédric Materne holds a law degree from UQAM and has been a member of the Bar since 2016. A passionate advocate of criminal law and a proud contributor to TVA Group, he inspires confidence and defends every case with a combination of determination and in-depth knowledge of criminal law. His curiosity about the latest legal developments and his creative approach to pushing the boundaries of current law have earned him an excellent reputation.

Me Joanie Chainey, Riendeau Avocats

Me Joanie Chainey

Senior Criminal Lawyer

General Director

Me Chainey received a solid legal education from the University of Ottawa. Her passion for criminal law led her to join Riendeau Avocats, where she practices exclusively in criminal law. A tireless litigator, Me Chainey never runs out of arguments. Brimming with ideas and energy, she’s particularly creative, which helps her find defenses in cases that at first glance seem indefensible. Me Chainey is a go-getter, always ready to do battle to represent her clients’ best interests.

Me Valérie Riendeau, Riendeau Avocats

Me Valérie Riendeau

Senior Criminal Lawyer

President and Founder of the firm

A graduate of Université de Montréal, Valérie Riendeau began her practice by setting up her own firm. Experienced and professional, she has been at the helm of Riendeau Avocats for 14 years. Its team stands out for its incomparable customer service and personalized approach to every customer. A keen negotiator and excellent litigator, Me Riendeau knows how to put forward the right arguments to defend her clients’ interests and get them the best results.

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What is your situation?
Victim

Our firm represents people who have been charged. If you are a victim, these resources can help you quickly:

  • Emergency or immediate danger: 911
  • Info-Social: 811, option 2 (24/7)
  • CAVAC, assistance for victims of crime: 1 866 532-2822
  • SOS violence conjugale (domestic violence helpline): 1 800 363-9010 (24/7)

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Téléphone: 438-231-8493

Courriel: info@riendeauavocats.ca

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Quelle est votre situation ?
Victime

Notre cabinet représente les personnes accusées. Si vous êtes victime, ces ressources peuvent vous aider rapidement :

  • Urgence ou danger immédiat : 911
  • Info-Social : 811, option 2 (24 h sur 24)
  • CAVAC, aide aux victimes d’actes criminels : 1 866 532-2822
  • SOS violence conjugale : 1 800 363-9010 (24 h sur 24)