The Firm
Over 30 years of courtroom experience.
Zegers Criminal Law is a London, Ontario firm devoted entirely to criminal defence, serving clients throughout southwestern Ontario.
Biography
James Zegers
James Zegers received his law degree in 1993 from the University of Western Ontario. In his final year of law school he studied at the renowned University of Leiden in the Netherlands and received a certificate in European Community Law.
He is a Past President of the Middlesex Law Association, and in 2020 won the Federation of Ontario Law Associations President’s Award for demonstrating leadership, creativity and innovation through his work with the Association.
Born and raised in rural Oxford County in the heart of southwestern Ontario, James understands real people and the problems they face. His wide-ranging interests and experiences give him a unique perspective on law and life.
James is also active as a volunteer in his community. He is a founding member of Court House Rocks, an annual fundraising event that has raised over $500,000 for London Lawyers Feed the Hungry.
His interests include music, dogs, cycling, canoeing and back country camping. He is a member of the Wildwood Sailing Club and is the director of the racing program there. In addition he holds a Transport Canada Pilot Certificate – Advanced Operations for remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS).
Biography
Charles Christensen
Articling Student
Charles Christensen was born and raised in the town of Legal, Alberta. He is currently a Juris Doctor candidate in the Class of 2027 at the University of Windsor Faculty of Law.
Prior to law school, Charles earned an Honours Specialization in History with a minor in Political Science from Western University before completing a Master of Arts in History. His graduate research focused on policing issues in a wide range of countries including the former Soviet Union and Canada, and on early efforts to rehabilitate juvenile offenders through the use of emerging technologies.
Before beginning his legal career, Charles served for seven years in the Canadian Armed Forces Primary Reserve as an Infantry Soldier with the 4th Battalion, Royal Canadian Regiment. His military service instilled in him the discipline, integrity, resilience and composure under pressure that continue to guide his work.
When he is not in the office or courtroom, Charles enjoys travelling, exploring the outdoors, reading history and writing. At the University of Windsor he founded Brewing Minds, a student social club dedicated to fostering community while raising funds in support of The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH).