Client Testimonials

She got all my charges dropped.

From the beginning it was obvious that you understood where this was headed and clearly explained it to us. 

I will remember it my whole life.

Thank you so much for everything throughout this process.

When my ex charged me with sexual assault in Pembroke, I knew I needed the best lawyer for the job.  My ex did this to gain advantage in family court.  Celine won my case.  I was found not guilty. I highly recommend Celine if you are charged with Sexual Assault, she wins cases.

Thank you Celine for working on my case.  I was worried that I would get a criminal record, that my life would be over.  You made sure that I did not get a criminal record.  Thank you again.

Thank you is not big enough, I really appreciate it.

Celine pushes to get the best results. She was able to make the crown see the light, and drop all charges against me. Absolutely the best lawyer.

I loved watching Celine during my trial. She is so good at what she does. Because of her, I was found not guilty.

Thank you!!!! And thank you for everything you’ve done to help me through this process. You are awesome!! 

Celine Dostaler is a great lawyer.

When I broke off an engagement, my ex had me charged with sexual assault. I guess she figured I had to pay to break up with her. I was worried to go to jail, I was scared I would be found guilty. I hired Celine, I wanted the best. I got exactly what I wanted, I was found not guilty. Celine made sure the judge saw that my ex was a liar.

When I was charged, I felt scared, hopeless. I knew if I have a criminal record, I would be a criminal and would lose my job. Celine Dostaler’s tireless efforts made sure the charges were dropped. I can breathe again. I can get back to normal.

Being charged with sexual assault and extorsion in Ottawa was horrible. Celine was there for me every step of the way. Celine Dostaler is a great lawyer. I saw her work, I saw her argue for me. I am free because of her. If you want your freedom, call Celine.

Thank you. I don’t have a criminal record. Thank you.

Thank you for your hard work. Seeing you work was inspirational.

She kept pushing for the best deal for me, and I got better than what another lawyer said would be the “best” deal. Celine is awesome!

Thank you Celine for making sure that I don’t go to jail. I was in a bad spot, and charged with fraud. I was scared that my bad decisions would land me in jail. Thank you so much for all your help!

Being charged with a criminal offence was so very stressful. It caused issues in my family, and I was scared I could never get a fair shake to prove my innocence. I am so happy I called Celine. Her help was invaluable. Call her if you need a lawyer.

Celine Dostaler is the best lawyer. I am glad I called her. She made sure that not only I didn’t go to jail, but also that I don’t get a criminal lawyer. She’s the lawyer you need.

I was worried that I would be going to jail.  The judge told me I that in my cases, she would send me to jail. But Celine was able to convince the judge to sentence me to a discharge.  Although it was stressful, Celine Dostaler was there every step of the way and made sure that I knew what was going to happen and when, and what to expect.  Not only did she do a wonderful job, she made sure that I understood everything.

I’ve never been in trouble before, and Celine made sure that I don’t get a criminal record.

Celine’s attention to detail helped make sure that I didn’t get a criminal record. She is compassionate and always available. If you need to hire a lawyer, look no further than Celine.

I was charged with a sexual assault in Ottawa. I called Celine right away. Celine worked tirelessly on my case. I was acquitted of all charges.

I know I hired the best lawyer. She worked her magic, and made sure that I did not get a criminal record. She spent so much time with me, explaining everything. I had never been in trouble with the law before, and it’s so overwhelming. But Celine was there to appease my fears, and make sure I understood what was happening, every step of the way!

Thank you for all your hard work.

I highly recommend Ms. Dostaler. She is very compassionate and took the time to answer all my questions. I got significantly lower than what the crown asked because Celine is a star - she worked hard and convinced the judge that I didn't need to go to jail for long. The judge agreed, and sentnenced me to less than half the time the Crown was asking. She does great work

Celine not only does a great job, she is actually available to talk and explain what is happening.  She was able to help me understand the court process, all the while getting the best results.

Thank you for all your hard work on my case.

I’ve never had to find a lawyer before.  But when my brother started telling people I touched him when I was younger I knew I needed the best lawyer anyone could find.

I contacted Celine because I was falsely charged with sexual assault.  After Celine was done with the case, there was no sexual assault left.  Call her if you want someone to really fight hard for you.

You have saved me from a criminal record again.

My son was charged with so many charges – he was battling with alcohol abuse and went from a great kid to a kid racking up criminal charges.  Celine helped him, and us!  She convinced him to attend treatment, and although he had a couple of relapses, all the hard work paid off.  He did not get a criminal record.  If you need the help of a great lawyer who cares for her clients, call Celine, you won’t regret it.

Celine Dostaler was able to make sure that I don’t step into a jail, even though I was convicted of assault cause bodily harm.

I was charged with assault with a weapon, and Celine convinced the judge that I should get a discharge, so that I don’t get a criminal record and lose my job.  If you are ever charged, call Celine, she will be your way out of trouble.

You are always prompt to respond, and really care about your clients. 

I just wanted to thank you for all of the counsel and support you were able to offer me throughout this process. These past few months have been very challenging, but I really appreciate your help and I consider myself very lucky to have such an empathetic and diligent lawyer. 

Celine was wonderful to work with!  I really appreciated that she was available to answer all my questions, and explain everything to me. I was scared that if I was found guilty, I’d lose my job.  And all because of something I did when I was stressed and not thinking right.  After he heard everything my lawyer had to say, the judge gave me a discharge.  Thanks so much for all your hard work.

I was charged with a sexual assault in Ottawa.  I was scared and wanted the best lawyer.  I spoke to Celine, and knew right away that she was going to help me get out of this.  Lo and Behold, the charges were dropped.  She truly is the best.

Thank you for all your help Celine.  You really are a great criminal defence lawyer.

Great lawyer. She took the time to go over everything with me and explained everything. She fought hard at trial and I was acquitted. I highly recommend her!

Great lawyer. Highly recommend her to everyone. Because of her I am a free man.

I was charged with break and enter in Ottawa.  I hired Celine based on all the great reviews I read about her.  Those reviews are not wrong.  Celine fought hard for me, and the Crown dropped the criminal charge.  Thanks Celine for keeping my criminal record clean!

Celine is an awesome lawyer. I was charged with breaking and entering in Ottawa. I drank too much and thought it would be funny if I climbed into a construction trailer. But Celine got my charges dropped. I learned many things from that experience: 1. Hire Celine if you want to win, and 2. Don’t climb into a construction trailer.

Ms. Dostaler has been incredible throughout the whole process.  I have never been charged in my whole life, and I’ve never dealt with the police.  When the police arrested me for a charge of harassment and unlawfully entering a dwelling, I didn’t know what to do. I thought my life was over, I thought I would be sent to jail and they’d throw away the key.  Instead, I decided to stand up for myself, and find a criminal defence lawyer in Ottawa.  I found Ms. Dostaler, and she immediately put me at ease - she explained what to expect and how we could work together to get the best outcome.  Her hard work and patience answering all my worries proved the best decision I could have made - the judge gave me a discharge.  Thank you so much.

I was charged with sexual assault in Ottawa. I tried telling the cops I didn’t do it, but they didn’t believe me. No one believed me.  They wanted to lock me up for years for something I didn’t do.  I got to see Celine in a trial and she was fantastic.  She showed the judge that my accuser was lying and making up stories.  Celine fought hard and I was vindicated and acquitted.  Celine is my hero - the best criminal lawyer in Ottawa.

My son was 16 when he was charged with a serious assault in Ottawa.  I was scared that this charge could ruin his life.  Celine helped me and my son.  With her hard work, dedication and care, my son’s charges were dropped after he completed counselling.  Celine achieved the best results.  I can never thank you enough.

I was charged with trafficking cocaine, and the charges were dropped because of her. She really does answer all her calls and emails personally. Anytime I had questions, she was happy to answer them and made sure that I understood what was happening.

I found Céline after an online search for transit mischief defense.  She proved herself to be very knowledgeable about the various outcomes and after a detailed interview, advised me she would pursue a solution that did not include a conviction.  It was a high-profile case with front page coverage in the local media, so she was required to respond to reporters as well as mount a successful defense. 

One of her best assets is the way that she put me at ease, her reassuring and confident tone put an end to my sleepless nights!  And then the time came to deliver the good news:  the Crown was dropping the charges in exchange for a routine diversion program completion.  She even helped proof-read my letter of apology!

It was all in all a very positive experience and I highly recommend Céline Dostaler if you need a strong and capable (fluently bilingual) defense attorney.  Please also note that my court case was in Kingston, not Ottawa, but she delivered the best outcome even in another city!

I managed to conclude a very upsetting part of my life with a happy ending, who can ask for a better result?

Celine recently represented my son in a criminal matter. We live in Ottawa, Ontario, and my son was involved in a situation that involved the police — having never dealt with anything like this before we did not know what to expect. Not only was Celine an exceptional communicator with our entire family, but she also advocated my son's case like a true expert. Celine was successful at getting all charges dropped, and today my son can rebuild his life. We could not be more thankful. For anyone in need of a quality criminal lawyer, we recommend Celine Dostaler. She is probably the best option you have in getting yourself out of trouble.

She takes the time to explain what is happening and knows her stuff. Call Celine if you need a great lawyer.

I met with Celine after I was charged with a DUI and dangerous driving.  The crown wanted to take my licence away for many years.  I knew I screwed up, but I couldn’t lose my licence for that long.  Celine fought hard, and negotiated a great deal on my behalf.  The Crown dropped the dangerous driving, and now I can get the interlock device and my licence back in 90 days.

I was charged in Ottawa Ontario.  Celine was able to fight for me to get the best results.

I was living through a nightmare – being falsely accused with inappropriately touching my granddaughter. My family was torn apart. But, you were there to help me, and because of you justice prevailed. I was acquitted and can continue to live my life.

You fought hard, and I don’t have a criminal record.  

After a messy breakup, my ex-girlfriend made up charges of assault against her. I was facing jail time, and would have lost my job.  But the judge found me not guilty after the trial.  Thank you so much!  I recommend you to anyone who needs a lawyer.

Celine has been my lawyer for years.  She works hard and always gets the best results.

I highly recommend her.

I was charged with defrauding my old boss.  Others told me I’d be looking at jail time.

I came to your office feeling horrible about my actions, but also hoping that I would not get a criminal record.  You immediately explained everything to me, kept me updated and gave me tasks for me to follow through so that you could fight for me.  Thank you so much!

You saved my life.  You fought for me, won.  I don’t have a criminal record, I don’t have to quit my job.  And, now, I live a better life.

Your hard work and dedication to your clients made me felt heard and in safe hands.  You were able to make an impossible situation better.  I knew that my momentary lapse in judgement caused an irreparable accident and others were hurt, but you made sure that I would not lose my whole life by going to jail for 2 years.  Thanks again!

It’s been a privilege and an honor to work with you in defending my case, the amount of effort and time you put in to your clients is remarkable and appreciated.


In which what felt like an eternity, Celine has proven her work-ethics and her determination to get an innocent man out of jail time.


I’ve had lawyers before working on my case that showed no interest and no efforts and no patience for the matter, when i met Celine she assured me what she fights for, you.


Celine made it possible for a father to return to his family and focus on what matters the most, and i can’t thank them enough for everything they’ve done for me to do so.
 Thank you Celine and team for providing the case with assurance and quality efforts.

She is very helpful and understanding.  She makes the situation very easy to deal with and tries to ease away all the stress during the process.  She is very professional and knowledgeable, and gets great results.

I immediately I knew I was meeting with someone who was professional, patient and compassionate.  She answered all my questions, was happy to explain every step of the way, and got the right result after a lot of hard work.

Thank you again for all your hard work on my son’s file.  I am extremely happy with the results obtained at court. 

I am very grateful I spoke to Celine Dostaler. When I was charged with refusal, I contacted her and I immediately knew that I was in good hands.  I would absolutely recommend her to anyone in need of help.

She definitely is the best lawyer.  Celine worked tirelessly in my case, and got an excellent result.

I was charged with threats, because of a road rage situation.  Celine was able to make sure that I keep a clean record.

I was charged with assault against my child after he went to school and made up stories about how he got a fat lip. I couldn't see my kids for a while, I couldn't go back home, for something I didn't do.  Charges were dropped because of Celine.

My daughter has ADHD and aggression issues, and does not always think about the consequences of her actions.  She was charged with assault with a weapon and breaching her conditions.  When she was charged, I was worried for her - as any mother would be.  I contacted Celine, and she immediately put me at ease.  She always answered all my questions, is very knowledgeable and professional. My daughter does not have a criminal record.

I hope to never need your services again, but if I or anyone I know ever needs help fighting criminal charges I will recommend you hands down. 

God Bless you Celine.  I was scared that I’d go to jail.  I was charged with a sexual assault, I didn’t do it, and I needed to fight to keep my record clean.  Celine did just that.  She fought for me, and in the end I got justice: the charges were dropped against me.  Thanks again Celine.

Because I hired Celine, I prevented myself from having a criminal record.  I was going to plead guilty to a DUI, but Celine looked at the file and identified some weaknesses in the Crown's case.  She was able to get the DUI dropped and because of her I didn't get a criminal record.  I recommend Celine to anyone who is looking for a criminal lawyer. 

I was charged with a domestic assault.  I met with Celine and instantly knew she was the right lawyer for the job!  She is thorough and made sure that I did not get a criminal record.  Thank you!

Celine's calm demeanour helped reassure me through this horrible ordeal.  She was able to reassure me every step of the way.  I knew I was making the right choice.  I did make the right choice because she won my case.

Thank you for helping me through this horrible time in my life.  With your help and dedication, the crown dropped the case against me.

Celine is an amazing criminal lawyer. I was charged with a domestic assault in Ottawa. Celine was honest, dedicated to my case and her presence in the courtroom was very impressive. The crown dropped the charges against me because of her work.

My teenager was charged with a criminal offence, I was scared and never dealt with this type of situation. I was able to contact Celine very quickly - she met with me and my son on short notice, and was able to explain the next steps. She is professional, caring, and very knowledgeable, and my son was found not guilty.

Céline went above and beyond to prove my innocence and investigated every angle, digging every bit of evidence that she could find. She did what other lawyers said was impossible. She won my case by a landslide.

I was charged with DUI in Ottawa, Ontario. I was scared: I lost my job because of my drinking, and was scared what would happen in court too. Celine was very professional and knowledgeable. It was a pleasure working with her to get the best possible result in my case.

I was charged with a assault against my wife when the neighbour called the police because we were shouting at each other. I was prevented from seeing my wife and kids by the police, and we were devastated and wanted things to end as fast as possible. Céline worked really hard and prepared for my trial. I was found not guilty after the trial, and finally, my life returned to normal. 

I was charged with DUI and over 80.  I was scared of going to jail, and of what would happen at court.  My family and I met with Céline and she immediately put my mind at ease.  She was caring and took into account my personal circumstances.  She was able to get me the best results.  I am very happy I chose you as my lawyer.

I was stupid: I got drunk, made a wrong decision and damaged a roommate's things so she would leave instead of just kicking her out of my house.  I was charged with mischief and uttering threats.  I did a lot of research to find  a good lawyer that would fight for me, and the research paid off.  With Céline, I did not get a criminal record.  The Crown dropped the charge as long as I stay away from my old roommate.  I highly recommend Céline to everyone. 

From the first time I called Céline, she was able to put my mind at ease.  Because of Céline, my charges were dropped.  Best money I've ever spent.  I highly recommend her.

I was charged with aggravated assault. I first hired another lawyer, but didn't keep him for my trial. I thought I could do better on my own, I thought it would be easy. I was convicted. I hired Céline before I faced the judge for sentence - the Crown told me he wanted me to go to jail. Céline convinced the judge otherwise. Thanks Céline. 

My girlfriend was hurt by a guy in her class, and the school did nothing. When I saw the guy, I lost it and hit him, hard. The Crown wanted me to go to jail, Céline worked hard and with her help, I received a conditional discharge. Not only did I avoid jail, I don't have a criminal conviction on my record. Thank you Céline.

Celine is an outstanding lawyer. Very patient and communicates well with her clients. I was facing alot of false allegations from my ex-spouse. We took it to court and Celine stated true facts, and found lots of holes in my ex-spouses accusation. I was acquitted of ALL charges.

Great lawyer. Put your trust in her.

Celine is an excellent, professional, responsive lawyer who is always happy to help her clients. She replies to emails even during out of office hours. I recommend her!