Jordan Tekenos-Levy practices exclusively in Criminal Law.

BA (SMU), MSc (Glasgow), LLB (Edinburgh).

Mr. Tekenos-Levy grew up in Kingston, Ontario. Mr. Tekenos-Levy attended both Module de L’Acadie, and Frontenac Secondary School (Class of 2004).

In 2015, Mr. Tekenos-Levy commenced his articles of clerkship under renowned barrister Mr. Richard J. Aitken. Mr. Tekenos-Levy was called to the Bar in 2016 and has since practiced solely in criminal defence. Mr. Tekenos-Levy has litigated matters before the Superior Court of Justice, the Ontario Court of Justice, and the Provincial Offences Court for Ontario. Mr. Tekenos-Levy practices primarily in eastern Ontario, but has tried numerous cases across the province.

Mr. Tekenos-Levy possesses a B.A. in Criminology from Saint Mary’s University (Dean’s listed). Thereafter, Mr. Tekenos-Levy received a Scottish Saltire scholarship toward completing a Master’s Degree (MSc.) in Human Rights and International Politics at the University of Glasgow. The title of his Master’s paper is: “Prisoner Conditions in the US, UK, and Canada: A Comparative Analysis of Human Rights Law Adherence”. Thereafter Mr. Tekenos-Levy studied at the University of Edinburgh School of Law. At law school, Mr. Tekenos-Levy captained the varsity men’s hockey team, was president of the Graduate Law Society, and was an active member of the Mooting Society.

Mr. Tekenos-Levy enjoys food, music, travel, sport, and literature.

CONTACT

(613) 893-5673

jordan@tekenos-levy.com

ADDRESS

303 Bagot Street

(Suite 3)

Kingston, ON.

K7L 5J9

CONSULTATION

By Appointment Only.

“It’s a wonder I haven’t abandoned all my ideals, they seem so absurd and impractical. Yet I cling to them because I still believe, in spite of everything, that people are truly good at heart.”

— Anne Frank

ADVOCACY

mr. tekenos-levy represents those charged under the criminal code of canada, THE YOUTH CRIMINAL JUSTICE ACT, AND THE PROVINCIAL OFFENCES ACT OF ONTARIO.

PRACTICE AREAS:

Mr. Tekenos-Levy is experienced in the following:

- Bail hearings;

- Impaired Driving / Over 80 / DUI;

- Domestic/Sexual/Aggravated Assault;

- White Collar Crime;

- Criminal Harassment/ Weapons prohibitions;

- Upholding legal rights enshrined in the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms / Constitutional Challenges;

- Young Offenders: If you are under the age of 18 in Ontario, you are not considered an adult and in most cases will not be prosecuted as such. In all likelihood you will be charged under the Youth Criminal Justice Act (YCJA). Mr. Tekenos-Levy has an active interest in representing youths who find themselves afoul of the law.

If you are charged under the YCJA, please do call Mr. Tekenos-Levy at 613-893-5673.

If you have been charged with a Criminal offence, please call 613-893-5673 for a free 30-minute consultation.

“If you wish to discover the guilty person, first find out to whom the crime might be useful.”

— Alexandre Dumas

*More About Jordan*

- Past President of the Kingston Criminal Defence Lawyers’ Association (2018-2021);
- Current Regional Director of the Criminal Lawyers’ Association;
- Member of the Frontenac Law Association;
- Board Member on the Committee of Adjustment for the City of Kingston, Ontario;
- Trained on the Intoxilyzer 8000C.

Select Professional Training:

March 2-6, 2016 - Infrared Spectronomy, Biological Variability, and the Intoxilyzer 8000C.
February 24, 2017 - Using a Private Investigator: The Benefits for your Criminal, Civil, or Family Law Practice.
November 9, 2017 - Ethical Issues Regarding Disclosure in Criminal Cases.
December 2, 2017 - Impaired and Over 80 Training.
December 7, 2017 - Navigating the Intersection of Criminal and Immigration Law - Fundamentals/Best Practice.
December 15, 2017 - Managing High-Risk Cases in Family and Criminal Law.
February 27, 2018 - Bail Hearings 101.
March 2, 2018 - The Lawyer and the Legalization of Marijuana: The Impact on the Criminal Law Practice.
April 21, 2018 - The National Symposium on Criminal Sexual Assault.
June 26, 2018 - Ethical Social Media.
December 1, 2018 - Impaired and Over 80 Training (Bill C-46 Related).
December 8, 2018 - A Litigator’s Guide to the Challenging Lawyer-Client Relationship.
February 28, 2019 - The Advocate’s Society Courthouse Series: The Effective Witness.
August 19-23, 2019 - Federal Prosecution Conference.
June 2020 - Professor Sankoff Seminars: S. 24(2); Collateral Facts; S. 276 [R v Barton / R v Goldfinch].
September 25, 2020 - 1000 Islands Legal Conference (Guest Speaker).
October 23-24, 2020 - Criminal Lawyers’ Association Fall Conference, “Fight The Power”.
December 5, 2020 - Impaired & 80 Plus (Litigation and Charter Updates)
May 8, 2021 - Criminal Law Refresher: Trial Readiness.
November 18-20, 2021 - Criminal Lawyers’ Association Fall Conference
November 8, 2022 - “The Six-Minute Criminal Lawyer”
November 10, 2022 - Digital Evidence Issues in Data Breaches - eDiscovery Institute [2022]
December 28, 2022 - Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion for Indigenous Peoples
September 12, 2023 - Tech and Cyber Security Highlights
November 18, 2023 - 51st Annual Criminal Lawyers’ Association Fall Conference
December 31, 2023 - Anti-Racism and Reconciliation in the Practice of Charity Law.
November 15-16, 2024 - 52nd Annual Criminal Lawyers’ Association Fall Conference

Do I need a criminal lawyer?

Mr. Tekenos-Levy shares Abraham Lincoln’s view that “he who represents himself has a fool for a client”. A criminal lawyer possesses specific legal know-how which simply cannot be replaced with a google search. It is very important to exercise the right to retain and instruct a counsel of one’s choosing.

If I hire a lawyer, do I need to attend court?

Once you have consulted and retained Mr. Tekenos-Levy, he will attend Court on your behalf. Mr. Tekenos-Levy will keep you advised as to the progress of your case and will give you ample notice when and if your presence is required in Court.

Do I have to go to Trial?

Mr. Tekenos-Levy will assess all of your particular facts and circumstances. He will provide a comprehensive view as to your case and will ensure that you are fully informed. Ultimately, you will instruct Mr. Tekenos-Levy as to how you would like to proceed. How you proceed typically entails either setting your matter for trial, pleading guilty, or agreeing to some form of negotiated resolution.

AM I UP IN COURT TODAY/TOMORROW?

What is the CourtHouse Address?

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