Atty. Josh Weinstein
Josh Weinstein is a senior partner at Myers LLP and leads the firm's criminal department, practicing almost exclusively in the area of criminal defence. He represents a number of clients on matters ranging from simple summary conviction offences to murder and has appeared at all levels of court in Manitoba and at the Supreme Court of Canada.
Criminal Defence Attorney · Serving Winnipeg, MB · 29+ Years Experience
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About Josh Weinstein at a Glance
Josh Weinstein is a criminal defense attorney based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, practicing at Myers LLP. They have 29+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1997. Admitted to practice in Manitoba, Law Society of Manitoba (1997). Educated at University of Manitoba (—, 1996). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defence, Winnipeg (Canada) (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defence (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026). Serves clients in Winnipeg, MB and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Josh Weinstein
- Josh Weinstein is a senior partner at Myers LLP and leads the firm's criminal department, practicing almost exclusively in the area of criminal defence
- He represents a number of clients on matters ranging from simple summary conviction offences to murder and has appeared at all levels of court in Manitoba and at the Supreme Court of Canada
- Josh also represents numerous professional clients on quasi-criminal matters and matters of professional discipline appearing in front of various boards, tribunals as well as the courts
- He has appeared frequently as a guest lecturer at the Law Society of Manitoba’s Continuing Legal Education program, and as a presenter at Manitoba’s annual Crown and Defence Conference
- He also currently serves as a bencher for the Law Society of Manitoba
- Josh began with the firm as a summer student in 1995 and started his articles with the firm in the summer of 1996
- Upon completion of his articles, he joined the firm as an associate in 1997 and became a partner in 2009
- In 2022, Josh became a Fellow of the American College of Trial Lawyers
Practice Areas Explained
Josh Weinstein's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Josh Weinstein handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Winnipeg.
Criminal Defense in Winnipeg
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Winnipeg
Practicing law in Manitoba. Legal matters in Manitoba are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Winnipeg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Manitoba state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Manitoba brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Manitoba courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Winnipeg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Winnipeg-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Winnipeg Choose Josh Weinstein
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Josh Weinstein's practice in the field of criminal defense.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Josh Weinstein brings 29+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Focused Criminal Defense Practice
Concentrating on criminal defense means Josh Weinstein's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Winnipeg
A Winnipeg-based practice means Josh Weinstein attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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