Founder-led criminal defence. Relentless advocacy when it matters most.
George Gray is the founder and principal of Gray Criminal Defence, a Toronto-based criminal defence firm known for strategic, evidence-driven representation. He draws on extensive trial experience and international human-rights work to defend clients facing serious criminal charges, including domestic assault, impaired driving, sexual assault, and drug-related offences.
From the earliest stages of an investigation through trial and appeal, George represents individuals whose reputation, livelihood, and liberty are at stake.
Cases Across Multiple Jurisdictions
Defended individuals accused of serious criminal offences in Canada and internationally, including matters involving armed conflict, terrorism, and war-crime allegations.
All Levels of Ontario Courts
Represented clients before all levels of court in Ontario and prepared written advocacy for cases before the Supreme Court of Canada.
National Media Commentary
Regularly invited to explain and analyze criminal-law issues on Canadian media, including CBC’s The National.
Experienced criminal defence counsel. Personally accountable.
Gray Criminal Defence is led by lawyers with deep courtroom experience and a proven commitment to protecting the rights of the accused.
George Gray
Barrister & Solicitor | Founder
There is no in-between with an innocent client. No negotiation, no plea bargain, no middle ground. There is no verdict but not guilty.
Chet Gupta
Barrister & Solicitor
There is no in-between with an innocent client. No negotiation, no plea bargain, no middle ground. There is no verdict but not guilty.
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If you are under investigation or facing criminal charges, early legal advice is critical. Your reputation, livelihood, and liberty are at stake.
Experience That Informs Every Defence
George Gray’s practice is shaped by more than a decade of criminal defence work in Canadian courts and complex international legal environments. From national litigation to human-rights advocacy abroad, each stage of his career informs a rigorous, rights-focused defence strategy.
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Foundations in Law
Legal Education & Bar Admission
Obtained a law degree from the University of Victoria in 2008 and was called to the Bar of Ontario in 2009.
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Early Career
Litigation Associate | National Law Firm
Practiced criminal litigation as an associate at one of Canada’s top national law firms, defending clients before all levels of court in Ontario and preparing written advocacy for the Supreme Court of Canada.
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International Human Rights Work
Global Advocacy & Due Process
Served as a delegate advocating for fair treatment and due process on behalf of individuals charged with serious offences, including war crimes, terrorism, and armed-conflict-related offences.
Also contributed to justice initiatives with Lawyers Without Borders (Canada) and the Association in Defence of the Wrongfully Convicted.
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Ongoing Practice
Criminal Defence Lawyer | Toronto & International
Took our success worldwide, reaching new markets and communities!