Maurice began his legal career in London, England, where he studied and was admitted as Solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales. Maurice started his practice in Brighton, England and remained in the UK until 2002, when he moved to Canada and was called to the bar in Ontario. Maurice resided and practiced in Toronto until 2015 when he moved to British Columbia and joined Pacific Law Group.

Maurice practices in the areas of personal injury and criminal law. He is an accomplished barrister who has extensive experience as lead counsel in both jury and judge alone trials. He has successfully defended numerous clients charged with a wide range of serious offences. His practice involves the use of expert witnesses and he has regularly cross-examined a range of experts, including pathologists, psychiatrists, and other forensic experts. Maurice’s record of success in court speaks to his skill and tenacity as a trial lawyer.

In addition to his regular trial practice, Maurice has expertise in the area of dangerous and long-term offender applications. He has represented clients faced with such proceedings and has prevented them from either being declared a dangerous offender or being sentenced to an indeterminate sentence of imprisonment. Maurice cares deeply about his practice and is regularly invited to speak for courses in the legal profession, including the Commons Institute CPD program.

Maurice has a long-standing commitment to the welfare of animals. He is a member of several animal rights organizations including the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine and Save the Rhino International. His commitment extends to his own canine companion, Marshall. Maurice is an outdoor enthusiast who enjoys skiing, hockey, and tennis.