Atty. Gerald Chan

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.

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Profile Summary

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).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • 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

Practice Areas Explained

Gerald Chan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Gerald Chan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

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.

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Securities Law

Gerald Chan is one of 58,852 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 118,414 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys →

Appellate Practice

Appellate attorneys for civil and criminal appeals at state and federal court.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Gerald Chan

What practice areas does Gerald Chan handle?
Gerald Chan focuses on criminal defense, securities, government, appellate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How can I contact Gerald Chan for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Gerald Chan received?
Gerald Chan's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law; Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice; Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defence; Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law; Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defence, Toronto (Canada).

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Administrative and Public Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Criminal Defence
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Privacy and Data Security Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Criminal Defence, Toronto (Canada)
- 2024

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