Kathryn Doyle is a dedicated criminal defence lawyer based in downtown Toronto and the founder of Doyle Criminal Defence. She represents clients at all stages of the criminal justice process, including bail hearings, criminal trials, and appeals.

Kathryn has built her reputation as a strong courtroom advocate with a meticulous, client-focused approach. She has successfully defended individuals charged with offences ranging from sexual assault to serious drug, firearm, and violent crime allegations.

Before founding Doyle Criminal Defence, Kathryn was a partner at the highly respected boutique firm Bytensky Shikhman Barristers, where she gained invaluable trial and appellate experience. Today, she brings that same level of skill and tenacity to her own practice, offering clients personalized representation and strategic defence.

Kathryn’s commitment to criminal defence is rooted in a deep respect for individual liberty and a healthy skepticism of state power. She believes that the criminal justice system is one of the most powerful tools the government wields against its citizens — and that unchecked authority must always be challenged. Her practice is driven by the conviction that every person deserves a fearless advocate to hold the Crown to its burden, limit the state’s reach, and safeguard the fundamental rights guaranteed by law.

Kathryn regularly appears in the Ontario Court of Justice, Superior Court of Justice, and the Ontario Court of Appeal. She is committed to protecting her clients’ rights, ensuring fairness in the justice system, and delivering the best possible results in every case.