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Established in 2018 within Calgary’s historic Grain Exchange Building, Craig Hooker Shiskin Criminal Defence is renowned for expert legal representation in criminal law. Our partners, Jill, John, and Jared, alongside their associates, combine over 70 years of legal experience, tackling a vast array of complex and high-profile criminal cases.

Dedicated to upholding fundamental legal rights and the principle of fairness, our firm represents clients across a spectrum of criminal charges, from domestic violence to intricate cases like sexual assault, drug trafficking, homicide, fraud, and white-collar crimes. Our legal practice is deeply anchored in the belief in each individual’s presumption of innocence and the critical role of fairness and human rights in the legal process.

We are committed to providing fearless and strategically sound defence, consistently upholding our core values of justice and equity, regardless of case complexity. Our firm has a commanding presence in all levels of the Canadian court system, from the Alberta Court of Justice to the Supreme Court of Canada, with specialized expertise in criminal appeals.

At Craig Hooker Shiskin, we do more than represent our clients; we are fervently dedicated to understanding their unique situations and creating tailored defence strategies. Our team’s blend of extensive experience, innovative thinking, and dedication to justice ensures top-tier legal advice and robust defence for every client, solidifying our standing as a premier choice for exceptional criminal defence advocacy.

About Us

Established in 2018 within Calgary’s historic Grain Exchange Building, Craig Hooker Shiskin Criminal Defence is renowned for expert legal representation in criminal law. Our partners, Jill, John, and Jared, alongside their associates, combine over 70 years of legal experience, tackling a vast array of complex and high-profile criminal cases.

Dedicated to upholding fundamental legal rights and the principle of fairness, our firm represents clients across a spectrum of criminal charges, from domestic violence to intricate cases like sexual assault, drug

trafficking, homicide, fraud, and white-collar crimes. Our legal practice is deeply anchored in the belief in each individual’s presumption of innocence and the critical role of fairness and human rights in the legal process.

We are committed to providing fearless and strategically sound defense, consistently upholding our core values of justice and equity, regardless of case complexity. Our firm has a commanding presence in all levels of the Canadian court system, from the Alberta Court of Justice to the Supreme Court of Canada,

with specialized expertise in criminal appeals.

At Craig Hooker Shiskin, we do more than represent our clients; we are fervently dedicated to understanding their unique situations and creating tailored defense strategies. Our team’s blend of extensive experience, innovative thinking, and dedication to justice ensures top-tier legal advice and

robust defense for every client, solidifying our standing as a premier choice for exceptional criminal defense advocacy.

Drug Possession and Trafficking Charges

Firearms and Weapons Offences

Violent and Sexual Offences

Homicide Charges

Property Offences (theft, break and enter)

Impaired and Other Driving Offences

Breach Charges

Bail

Summary Conviction Appeals (Court of Queen’s Bench)

Conviction Appeals (Alberta Court of Appeal)

Sentence Appeals (Alberta Court of Appeal)

Applications for Leave to Appeal to the Supreme Court of Canada

Conviction and Sentence Appeals (Supreme Court of Canada)

Parole Board of Canada Appeals

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