Douglas Sawle, Criminal Defense Attorney in the United States
Over 49 years of legal practice · focused on Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, and Family Law
Practicing criminal defense since 1977.
- 49+
- Years practicing
- 1
- Bar admission
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Douglas Sawle is an attorney based in Camrose, AB. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Douglas has over 49 years of legal experience.
- Based in
- Camrose, AB
- Experience
- over 49 years
- Known for
- Criminal Defense · Estate Planning · Family Law
- Handles Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, and Family Law matters from Camrose, AB.
- Over 49 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Douglas Sawle: Douglas Sawle is an attorney based in Camrose, AB. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Douglas has over 49 years of legal experience.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Douglas Sawle
Douglas concentrates on criminal defense, estate planning, family law, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Douglas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Criminal Defense
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Estate Planning
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Family Law
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Litigation
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Criminal Defense cases nationwide
Douglas 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Estate Planning cases nationwide
Douglas takes estate planning 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Family Law cases nationwide
Douglas takes family law 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
General cases nationwide
Douglas takes general 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases nationwide
Douglas takes litigation 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 Douglas agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Douglas Sawle — Over 49 years of the U.S. criminal defense experience
Douglas Sawle is an attorney based in Camrose, AB. The practice focuses on Criminal Defense, Estate Planning, and Family Law. Douglas has over 49 years of legal experience.
Douglas Sawle is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal law, family law and 3 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.Ed. degree from University of Alberta in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years. Douglas practices in Camrose, AB.
Working with Douglas on a criminal defense matter
Douglas Sawle is a lawyer practicing general practice, criminal law, family law and 3 other areas of law. Douglas received a B.Ed. degree from University of Alberta in 1972, and has been licensed for 49 years. Douglas practices in Camrose, AB.
Who Douglas represents
Douglas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for criminal defense, estate planning, and family law matters in the United States.
Credentials
Douglas Sawle's legal education and bar admissions
University of Manitoba
LL.B. B.Sc. · 1976
University of Alberta
B.Ed. University · 1972
Jurisdictions
Douglas's state bar admissions
Alberta
1977 · ACTIVE
Douglas studied at LL.B. B.Sc. in University of Manitoba and B.Ed. University in University of Alberta.
Law school and academic background
Douglas completed LL.B. B.Sc. in University of Manitoba and B.Ed. University in University of Alberta. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Douglas runs in the state is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Douglas Sawle's office in Camrose
Douglas's primary office is at 5314 60th Street, Camrose, AB, T4V 4L2. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Douglas Sawle — 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 Douglas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Douglas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas'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; Douglas 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 Douglas
Douglas 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. Douglas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Douglas'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 Douglas Sawle
How much does it cost to hire Douglas for a criminal defense case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Douglas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Douglas offer a free consultation?
Douglas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Douglas's office. Some criminal defense attorneys offer free consults — check Douglas'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. Douglas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Douglas take my case if I'm outside the area?
Douglas evaluates matters case by case. If the venue is outside Douglas'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 Douglas?
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. Douglas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Douglas accepting new criminal defense clients right now?
Douglas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.