Toronto Criminal Defence Lawyer | Mustafa Sheikh
Mustafa Sheikh is a criminal defence lawyer and the founder of What The Law, a criminal defence firm representing people charged with criminal and regulatory offences across Toronto, the GTA, York Region, Durham Region and Simcoe County. His practice is focused on defending people facing serious allegations, including assault, domestic assault, impaired driving, bail hearings, fraud, theft, weapons offences, sexual assault, robbery, manslaughter, murder and young offender matters.
For people who have been arrested, charged, questioned by police or released with court conditions, the early stages of a criminal case can feel overwhelming. Mustafa’s approach is direct, practical and client-focused. He reviews the disclosure, identifies legal and evidentiary issues, explains available options, and builds a defence strategy based on the specific facts of each case.
As an experienced Toronto criminal defence lawyer, Mustafa works to protect his clients’ rights, reputation, liberty and future. His goal is to help clients understand the process, avoid unnecessary mistakes, and pursue the best available resolution through negotiation, withdrawal discussions, Charter arguments, trial preparation or courtroom advocacy where required.
An Experienced Criminal Defence Lawyer Serving Toronto and the GTA
Criminal defence has been the central focus of Mustafa Sheikh’s legal career. He founded What The Law with the goal of providing focused criminal defence representation with a client-first approach. Clients facing charges in Richmond Hill, Newmarket, Barrie, Oshawa, Toronto and surrounding communities can contact his office for guidance on the next steps in their case.
Being investigated, arrested, charged or held for bail can create immediate stress for both the accused person and their family. It can affect employment, immigration status, professional licensing, family relationships, travel, reputation and long-term opportunities. Mustafa understands that clients need clear advice quickly, without judgment and without unnecessary legal jargon.
When retained, Mustafa and his team assess the strength of the Crown’s case, review the evidence, consider potential Charter issues, and explore whether the matter can be resolved without the uncertainty and cost of trial. Where a trial is necessary, he prepares to challenge the allegations and protect the client’s rights at every stage.
Criminal Charges Defended Include:
- Aggravated assault
- Assault and simple assault
- Bail hearings
- Care and control
- Dangerous driving
- Dangerous operation
- Domestic assault
- Drive over 80 mg
- Drunk driving causing bodily harm
- Failure or refusal to provide a breath sample
- Fraud defence
- Human trafficking allegations
- Impaired driving and DUI charges
- Manslaughter charges
- Murder charges
- Robbery
- Sexual assault
- Theft
- Weapons offences
- Young offender matters
People searching for criminal defence help may also wish to review related Experienced Toronto Lawyers categories, including Experienced Toronto Sexual Assault Lawyers and Experienced Toronto Impaired Driving Lawyers, depending on the nature of the charge.
Professional Memberships
- The Law Society of Ontario
- Toronto Criminal Lawyers Association
A Criminal Defence Lawyer Fighting for You
If you are being questioned by police, investigated, arrested or charged, it is important to get legal advice before making statements that could be used against you. Police and investigators are trained to gather evidence. A criminal defence lawyer can help you understand your rights, your obligations, and the risks of answering questions without counsel.
Mustafa Sheikh represents people accused of serious criminal offences and provides strategic advice based on the disclosure, the evidence, the Crown’s position, and the client’s goals. Where appropriate, he works to resolve charges through negotiation. Where a case must proceed, he prepares to defend the matter with careful attention to the facts, law and available defence arguments.
What The Law offers flat rate fees, flexible payment plans, interpreters where available, and accepts Legal Aid certificates from clients who qualify. These options may help clients access representation during a stressful and financially uncertain time.
Contact What The Law today by calling 647-295-6499 or emailing sheikh@whatthelaw.com to discuss your criminal defence matter.
Facing Criminal Charges in Toronto or the GTA?
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