Atty. Gerald Chan
Gerald Chan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law, Appellate Practice, Criminal Defence and Privacy and Data Security Law. Gerald, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2017.
Administrative and Public Law & More Attorney
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About Gerald Chan at a Glance
Gerald Chan is a criminal defense, securities, government, and appellate attorney, practicing at Stockwoods LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defence (2026).
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About Gerald Chan
- Gerald Chan is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law, Appellate Practice, Criminal Defence and Privacy and Data Security Law
- Gerald, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2017
- This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Gerald is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area
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Gerald Chan's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Chan handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation.
Criminal Defense
A criminal defense attorney protects your rights from arrest through trial. Find experienced lawyers handling DUI, drug, federal, theft, and violent-crime charges.
Gerald Chan is one of 212,605 criminal defense attorneys indexed nationally. Browse criminal defense attorneys →
Securities Law
Gerald Chan is one of 64,075 securities attorneys indexed nationally. Browse securities attorneys →
Government & Administrative Law
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Gerald Chan is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys →
Appellate Practice
Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.
Gerald Chan is one of 85,572 appellate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse appellate attorneys →
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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 Gerald Chan's practice in the field of criminal defense, securities, government, and appellate.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering criminal defense, securities, and government, Gerald Chan can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Transparent Client Communication
Clients consistently note that understanding what is happening in their case — and why — is as important as the outcome itself. Gerald Chan maintains clear, timely communication throughout every matter.
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