Atty. Stephen Shaddock
Stephen Shaddock is a lawyer practicing team north, public policy and government relations, labour and employment and 3 other areas of law. Stephen received a MA degree from University of Western Ontario in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years.
Labour And Employment & More Attorney · Serving Ottawa, ON · 16+ Years Experience
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About Stephen Shaddock at a Glance
Stephen Shaddock is a Senior Associate based in Ottawa, Ontario, practicing at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP. They have 16+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2010. Their practice focuses on employment, government, and cannabis. Admitted to practice in Ontario (2010) and Nunavut (2015). Educated at University of Ottawa (LLB, 2009) and University of Western Ontario (MA History, 2005). Serves clients in Ottawa, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Stephen Shaddock
- Stephen Shaddock is a lawyer practicing team north, public policy and government relations, labour and employment and 3 other areas of law
- Stephen received a MA degree from University of Western Ontario in 2005, and has been licensed for 16 years
- Stephen practices at Borden Ladner Gervais LLP in Ottawa, ON
Practice Areas Explained
Stephen Shaddock's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen Shaddock handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Ottawa.
Employment Law in Ottawa
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Stephen Shaddock is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ontario →
Government & Administrative Law in Ottawa
Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.
Stephen Shaddock is one of 131,162 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Ontario →
Cannabis & Marijuana Law in Ottawa
Cannabis attorneys for business licensing, regulatory compliance, and marijuana-related legal matters.
Stephen Shaddock is one of 3,118 cannabis attorneys indexed nationally. Browse cannabis attorneys in Ontario →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Ottawa
Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Ottawa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Ottawa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Ottawa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Ottawa Choose Stephen Shaddock
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 Stephen Shaddock's practice in the field of employment, government, and cannabis.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Stephen Shaddock brings 16+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Ontario and Nunavut, Stephen Shaddock can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, government, and cannabis, Stephen Shaddock can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Ottawa
A Ottawa-based practice means Stephen Shaddock attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Stephen Shaddock Handles in Ottawa
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Stephen Shaddock has experience with under Ontario law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Stephen Shaddock directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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