Areas of Practice

  • Criminal Defence

  • Family Law

  • Child Protection

About Roberto Alberto

I am a driven and compassionate advocate, operating in both English and Spanish. My practice is based in Victoria, B.C. but I have clients in Colwood, Duncan and even as far away as Powell River. I practice in the areas of Criminal Defence, Family Law, and Child Protection Law. I am a registered lawyer with the Attorney General of British Columbia, which means that I belong to a small group of accredited lawyers who are authorized to notarize documents for international use, such as for example International Powers of Attorney, Authentication of Documents, which include personal as well as Corporate Documents.

I am a confident and experienced litigator. However, my success isn’t limited to the courtroom. Through mediation, negotiation, and other alternative dispute resolution methods, I frequently obtain positive resolutions for my client that are cheaper and more efficient than going to trial.

Approach to Advocacy

In my practice, I navigate three emotionally charged areas of the law: criminal, family, and child protection. Because of this, I operate with a client-first mentality. I know the stress felt by those interacting with these areas of the law, and I believe it is my job to advocate effectively and efficiently to alleviate this burden.

Whichever area of law your needs fall under, I will represent you thoroughly and always with your best interest in mind. Collaboration is a big part of my practice, and by retaining any lawyer within our organization, you will benefit from our collective experience. We will work together to ensure the best possible outcome for you.

How I can help

Criminal Defence

When you are charged with a criminal matter, the repercussions on your life can be devastating. This is why I take a pragmatic and goal-oriented approach to representation and focus on doing what’s best for my client. By being frank, realistic, and maintaining an open line of communication, my clients know what to expect. I tailor a plan of action for each individual case, and keep my clients informed every step of the way.

Whether you are on Legal Aid or are a private client, my mission to represent you to the best of my ability is unwavering and equal for all my clients.

As a criminal defence lawyer, I have represented clients facing a vast array of charges, including:

  • Attempted Murder,

  • Aggravated Assault,

  • Assault with a Weapon,

  • Robbery,

  • Theft,

  • Sexual Assault,

  • Sexual Interference,

  • Child Porn Cases,

  • Driving while Impaired or over the Legal Limit,

  • Driving while Prohibited or Unlicensed,

  • Uttering Threats,

  • Possession of Drugs for the Purpose of Trafficking,

  • Fraud,

  • Arson,

  • Mischief,

  • Offences related to possession or use of guns,

  • Unlawful confinement (kidnapping), and

  • Escape from Prison.

Although no one can guarantee the outcome of a trial, I am meticulous in my preparations and in my presentations to the court, in order to have the greatest odds at obtaining a positive outcome for my client.

I have also successfully challenged the applicability of Mandatory Minimums in cases where my clients faced jail.

Family Law

Without a doubt, family law is emotionally charged. When a relationship breaks down, we are left to deal with not only the emotional ramifications but also the legal issues. This is where I come in. I aim to minimize the amount of angst that my clients face with their family issues. I am well connected with resources for my clients and am experienced and compassionate when it comes to navigating this complicated area of law.

Throughout the years, I have learned to resolve family matters through collaborative work. This may lead to mediations, a Separation Agreement or Consent Orders. I can help you negotiate, draft and finalize these documents so that you can focus on your family and yourself.

Child Protection

In child protection matters, I routinely represent clients in mediations, Family Case and Management Conferences and Hearings. I have represented clients facing child-related accusations and have conducted trials for clients facing Ministry of Children and Family child removals. My approach in child removal cases is to work closely with the Ministry of Children and Family Development and the social workers while strongly advocating for my client, in order to reach the best possible outcome for the family. Because of the nature of these cases, I often end up representing my clients in criminal proceedings that some times arise. My knowledge in both areas of the law helps me have a clear sense as to what we should and what we should not do as one step in one case will invariably affect the other – the key is to make sure that you manage both appropriately and competently.

Whether your case fall under the area of criminal defence, family, or child protection law, I can help. With all three skillsets, I am also uniquely qualified to handle complex domestic violence matters involving both Criminal and Family law matter. No matter what your situation, I can help. I look forward to the opportunity to meet you to discuss your individualized needs. Contact me today for a free consultation.

Fluent in Spanish

Takes Legal Aid