Professional Testimonials — Criminal Lawyer Craig Penney

"Mr. Penney is to be commended for the materials provided to the Court. I don't think in my 25 years as a judge and prior to that, 14 years in criminal practice, that I've seen better materials than this. I've seen some as good, but not any better and they are of great assistance to me to arrive at the conclusion as to what should be done."

The Honourable Mr. Justice W.G. Mahaffy, Guelph
From the Court Transcript of Peter's case
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The task of seeking legal representation when the world has been turned upside down as a result of a criminal charge can be quite a forboding one. We're usually confused, distressed, and at wit's end, needing to make a wise choice but unsure of how to proceed. This is where lawyers like Craig Penney come in. I've worked with numerous lawyers in my years in private practice in counselling, but I've come across only a few who are sensitive and moral, yet effective in what they do. In the numerous cases that we've shared, I've found Craig to be one who genuinely cares about the people who come to him for help. In matters of the law, I have found him refreshingly logical, knowledgable and experienced. Beyond this, there is no better commendation that I can find than the words of one of my patients who had sought Craig out in her darkest hour. In one frank conversation she shared about her harrowing experience in the criminal justice system, she said, "I couldn't have found a better guy than Craig to be on my side."

Dr. Timothy Quek, Ph.D., Dr. Quek's website
Private practice in counselling & psychotherapy

I have known Mr. Craig Penney for some years now. I have found him to be a very efficient and knowledgeable lawyer. He is quick to recognize issues of a pertinent nature and address them effectively. I have had direct knowledge of how he has handled his clients and am highly impressed by his conduct which has been courteous and professional. I found him to be a tireless worker, and he would go to extremes for his clients. In addition to his exceptional work as a lawyer, Mr. Penney has a good understanding of the mental health issues and how they dovetail with legal situations. He has sought psychiatric consultations in appropriate situations and has used the information in a positive manner for his clients. He is firm and decisive in handling a case and combines it with compassion and sensitivity.

Dr. Julian Gojer, M.B.B.S., D.P.M., M.R.C.Psych., F.R.C.P.C.
Forensic Psychiatrist

One of the most important things people look for in any professional service isn't so much the technical or professional expertise of the individual ... that's taken for granted in this highly skilled world. What I look for in making referrals for friends is that individual who stands out of the crowd and can get the job done effectively and efficiently, while still listening to what's important to the client. Craig Penney is someone who not only can get the job done but does it with the highest calibre of expertise, skill, and care to meet the best interests of his clients. After working with some of his clients, I would highly recommend Craig on the strength of what I have heard about him through his clients. They consistently report feeling thankful to have someone like him that they could count on to get them through some difficult situations.

Dr. Jorhdin Banner, B.Sc., M.A., Ph.D., Dr. Banner's website

It has been several of my patients' good fortune (if one can use that term in the context of a criminal charge) to have hired Craig Penney as their lawyer. They consistently praise his skill, compassion, and accessibility. I must say that I have been very impressed with the results he has achieved in court for my patients. Where sentencing was a given outcome, he managed to negotiate the least intrusive and least harsh punishment imaginable. My own dealings with Craig Penney have left me impressed with his intuitiveness, his passion for his clients' best interests, his ability to analyze situations from both a legal and mental health perspective, and his wisdom in identifying health issues and making appropriate suggestions to his clients about pursuing these issues. I unreservedly recommend him to anyone needing a criminal lawyer.

Martin J. Chisvin, MD, FRCPC, Psychiatrist, Toronto

I met Craig Penney at a personal growth workshop with the Art of Living Foundation. Since then, he has referred both clients and friends to similar workshops to help them get in touch with their core vitality and understand how to manage their own energies in a positive way. His interest goes beyond solving his clients' legal problem. He looks at the whole person and suggests ways that may help them improve their lives and response mechanisms so that they avoid further trouble. He acts on the basis of the highest values to uplift the person he is working with. I recommend him as a wonderful person to have on your side.

Yvonne Macor, B.A., M.U.P., Psychotherapist & Teacher
Art of Living Foundation, ArtofLivingToronto.ca