D. G. Yanko, Criminal Defense Attorney in the United States
Over 51 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury · 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Practicing criminal defense since 1975.
- 51+
- Years practicing
- 4.4 ★
- 1 client review
- 1
- Bar admission
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D. G. Yanko is an attorney based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. D. has over 51 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
- Based in
- Calgary, AB
- Experience
- over 51 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Personal Injury
- Handles Criminal Defense and Personal Injury matters from Calgary, AB.
- Over 51 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with BV Distinguished.
About D. G. Yanko: D. G. Yanko is an attorney based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. D. has over 51 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review.
Areas of practice
D.'s practice areas in the U.S.
D. concentrates on criminal defense and personal injury. Each area below outlines the kind of case D. handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Personal Injury
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Criminal Defense cases nationwide
D. takes criminal defense matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before D. agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases nationwide
D. takes personal injury matters nationwide. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before D. agrees to represent you.
Biography
D. G. Yanko, criminal defense attorney serving the U.S.
D. G. Yanko is an attorney based in Calgary, AB. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense and Personal Injury. D. has over 51 years of legal experience. Rated 4.4 out of 5 from 1 client review. D. works from the U.S. and takes on criminal defense matters across the region.
D. G. Yanko is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury law. D. G. has been licensed for 51 years. D. G. practices in Calgary, AB.
Working with D. on a criminal defense matter
D. G. Yanko is a lawyer practicing criminal law, personal injury law. D. G. has been licensed for 51 years. D. G. practices in Calgary, AB.
Who D. represents
D. reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense and personal injury matters in the United States.
Credentials
Credentials — where D. studied and practices
University of Saskatoon
LL.B. · 1973
Jurisdictions
D.'s state bar admissions
Alberta and Ontario
1975 · ACTIVE
D. studied at LL.B. in University of Saskatoon.
Law school and academic background
D. completed LL.B. in University of Saskatoon. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice D. runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
D.'s legal honors and published work
D. has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
BV Distinguished
Legal awards and honors
BV Distinguished.
Locations
D. G. Yanko's office in Calgary
D.'s primary office is at 325 25th Street, Calgary, AB, T2A 7H8. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of D. G. Yanko — 4.4/5 rating from 1 verified client review
Every review below is from a verified client of D.. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing criminal defense attorneys in your area.
4.4
1 client review
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How to hire D. G. Yanko — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new criminal defense attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with D. usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
D. charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'s office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; D. will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a criminal defense attorney in your state
A short list to run through before you commit: How many criminal defense matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for D.
D. discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in criminal defense practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every criminal defense matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. D. confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
D.'s office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many criminal defense practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about D. G. Yanko
How much does it cost to hire D. for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. D. walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does D. offer a free consultation?
D. charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain D.'s office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check D.'s current terms during booking.
How long do criminal defense cases in this state typically take?
Simple criminal defense matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. D. gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can D. take my case if I'm outside the area?
D. evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside D.'s regular jurisdictions, the intake call will confirm whether direct representation or a referral makes more sense.
What should I bring to my first meeting with D.?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. D. will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is D. accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
D.'s intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.