Since his call to the Bar in 2010, Eric has acted as counsel on a wide range of criminal matters that have appeared before the Provincial Court, the Court of Queen’s Bench, and the Court of Appeal. He has successfully defended cases in Manitoba, Ontario, Alberta and Saskatchewan. Eric is proud to have represented a clientele with diverse backgrounds: professionals, business-owners, alleged 'drug kingpins’, alleged gang leaders, police officers, and the economically disadvantaged.
Eric’s practice includes defending a breadth of criminal and quasi-criminal matters including drug trafficking offences, impaired driving offences, crimes of violence, fraudulent activity, property crimes, and regulatory offences. Eric has been a guest-lecturer on the law of ‘search and seizure’ at the University of Manitoba's Robson Hall Law School.
Cell Number: 1-204-298-8248
Email: eric@wachlaw.com
Michael is a gifted advocate with a passion for criminal defence. Prior to his call to the bar in 2021, Michael pursued the study of ‘Criminal Justice’ at the University of Winnipeg, graduating with an Honours degree. In 2020, Michael graduated from the University College Cork School of Law.
Michael’s pursuit of excellence goes beyond the Courtroom, he excels in the Manitoba Lawyer’s Hockey League, having previously played AAA for the Winnipeg Monarchs and Junior Hockey for the Charleswood Hawks.
Navigating the criminal justice system can be daunting and confusing. Once Michael is your lawyer, he prides himself in being there for you 24/7 to make your journey through this system easier. Michael will do everything he can to get you the best possible outcome when facing criminal charges.
Cell Number: 1-204-292-1550
Email: lorange@wachlaw.com
Colin is a fearless advocate who will defend individuals charged with any offence, who pursues excellence in the Courtroom, and listens with compassion to the needs and concerns of his clients.
Colin has worked as a lawyer throughout the Province of Manitoba, with an in-depth knowledge of the criminal law system and Child Protection Law. Colin has defended individuals accused of serious allegations and has always committed himself to pursuing the best legal outcomes for his clients.
Colin has an academic background that includes a Master’s in Political Studies from the University of Manitoba and countless volunteer hours at the University of Manitoba Community Law Centre during law school. Colin is an experienced advocate in Child Protection Law, practicing previously at Cochrane Saxberg Johnston Johnson & Scarcello LLP.
Cell Number: 1-431-338-5969
Email: colin@wachlaw.com
The stakes are very high for individuals charged with drug offences.
The illicit drug economy pervades nearly every aspect of our society. As such, individuals can find themselves facing drug charges by merely being a passenger in a vehicle or a brief visitor at a residence.
It is important to know that you are protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. The police may have violated your rights during their investigation. A Charter-based defence can result in an acquittal for you.
Whether the charges involve simple possession, trafficking, production or conspiracy, it is important that you are aware of your rights and the defences available to you.
An effective trial lawyer can be the difference between an acquittal or conviction.
Being charged with an impaired driving offence can cause a significant amount of stress in your life.
A conviction means the loss of the ability to drive and a criminal record. This can have a significant impact on your employment, personal life, and family.
One of the first questions you need answered is whether or not to invest your money into fighting the allegation at trial.
Skilled legal counsel can provide a sound and sophisticated answer to this question.
It is also important to remember that impaired driving investigations will engage your Charter-protected legal rights under section 8, 9, 10 (a) and (b).
A violation of your Charter rights can result in an acquittal at trial.
The law of impaired driving can be very complex. A successful defence may be equally complex.
A skilled trial lawyer can apply their experience and creativity to achieve you the best outcome.
Being charged with domestic violence offence can derail your life. Your life can dramatically change even though the allegations may be fabricated or exaggerated.
Or maybe you have made a mistake that you completely regret.
This type of allegation is not uncommon, as relationships are complicated and are the source of intense emotions.
In certain circumstances, charges can be dropped before a matter ends up in a trial Court.
In other circumstances, the only option is to fight the allegations at trial.
A skilled trial lawyer is an asset to you in these difficult circumstances.
The use and/or possession of firearms can bring you to the attention of the police, even though you may have not done anything illegal.
Storage and classification of firearms can be a very technical area of the law.
A skilled trial lawyer can apply their knowledge and experience in this technical area to get you the best outcome.
In certain circumstances, the Crown may be seeking to seize and forfeit your money, home, vehicle or other property.
The law of criminal property forfeiture is complex.
When the stakes are high, it is important to know you rights and be able to defend them in Court.
Allegations involving assault and violence can result in a criminal record and the possibility of serious jail time.
The allegations may be false, exaggerated or you may have defended yourself in a dangerous situation.
In certain circumstances, pre-trial negotiations can result in charges being dropped before trial.
In other cases, the allegations will unfold in the dynamic environment of a trial court. The outcomes can have a dramatic effect on your life.
When you are charged with this offence, you may feel like no one is willing to listen to your side of the story.
A skilled trial lawyer can mount a sophisticated defence in order to get you the best outcome.
Fraud allegations can be complex.
In certain circumstances, it can be difficult for the prosecutor to prove the required mental intention needed to convict.
Whether an individual’s conduct merits a criminal conviction or a civil remedy is an important legal question.
An effective trial lawyer can make all the difference in a case.
In certain circumstances, appeals are a necessity in order to protect your rights.
In other circumstances, an appeal would be an unwise investment of your money and time.
A successful appeal can dramatically change your circumstances: from conviction to being given a second chance at a trial or even the ordering of an acquittal.
A successful appeal requires substantial consideration and resolute execution.
A skilled and sophisticated lawyer committed to your case is an essential asset.