DC Law knows that criminal convictions can impact your entire life. It is important to select the best criminal defense attorney. DC Law is passionate about every client's case and will do everything in our power to protect their interests. We strive to achieve the best possible outcome for our clients no matter the case or personal circumstances. Deanna Cristovao, a dedicated and passionate lawyer who represents criminal defendants. With a bachelor of arts degree in Law and Society from York University, she graduated Cum Laude and received her Juris Doctor from Osgoode Hall Law School. Deanna is a firm believer that every person charged with a crime deserves to be represented and fair. A criminal accusation should not be used to judge anyone. Deanna is a fearless advocate for her clients, protecting their rights and guiding them through each step. Deanna began her passion for justice and criminal law at an early age. She concentrated her law studies in criminal law and on litigation-intensive seminars during law school. She worked alongside three defense lawyers in her first year and was able to gain firsthand experience of the criminal justice system. In her second year she was admitted to Osgoode’s Criminal Law Intensive program under the supervision of Alan Young (the Co-Founder, former Director, and the Honorable Justice Rondinelli). Deanna was a member of a respected criminal defense firm and gained valuable experience with the practical aspects of criminal defense. She also worked on various cases, appearing regularly before the Ontario Court of Justice.