WiCCD’s very own Amanda Ross was interviewed in this exclusive episode of Finding Your Niche! Amanda practices criminal, quasi-criminal, and constitutional law and is Partner at Cooper, Sandler, Shime & Schwartzentruber LLP. Among her expertise in criminal defence, regulatory offences, and systemic investigations/public reviews, Amanda and Maya discuss her interesting niche in representing complainants as a criminal defence lawyer. This emerging area of practice for criminal defence lawyers is one you can learn more about in this episode. Amanda also gives exceptional advice for new lawyers navigating the balance between being seen as both nice and zealous advocates in the courtroom. Amanda discusses her journey from being an articling student to working her way up to Partner — something we all can take inspiration from. This and much more is available in this great episode.
About Cooper, Sandler, Shime & Schwartzentruber LLP – Toronto Criminal Defence Lawyers
Cooper, Sandler, Shime & Schwartzentruber LLP has been practising criminal law in the trial and appellate courts since 1953. The firm has extensive experience defending allegations of white-collar crime. It also has wide experience in the defence of homicide, drug charges, and sexual assault cases. Its aim is to provide expert legal advice and skilful representation of its clients’ interests in the criminal courts. All of the lawyers at Cooper, Sandler, Shime & Schwartzentruber LLP have assisted clients before every level of court in Ontario, including the Ontario Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court of Canada.
Our Toronto Criminal Defence Lawyers serve the Greater Toronto Area in Ontario, Canada.