Atty. Stephen W. Green CS

Atty. Stephen W. Green CS

Stephen Green is one of the two Senior Partners at Green and Spiegel and is Certified as a Specialist in Immigration Law by The Law Society of Ontario. Stephen has been practising immigration law for 30 years and has extensive experience in all areas of Canadian immigration.

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Stephen W. Green CS is a immigration attorney based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Green and Spiegel Canada. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1988). Educated at University of Windsor (LL.B, 1996). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law (2026) and Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law, Toronto (Canada) (2015). Serands clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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Stephen Green is one of the two Senior Partners at Green and Spiegel and is Certified as a Specialist in Immigration Law by The Law Society of Ontario. Stephen has been practising immigration law for 30 years and has extensive experience in all areas of Canadian immigration. Stephen has been identified for many years as a leading practitioner in immigration law. Stephen is considered a subject matter expert in the field, frequently asked to speak as a panelist, moderator and lecturer. Stephen has held the following positions:

  • Invited by the Department of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada to attend the January 2017 roundtable and give feedback on the federal government’s new Global Skills Strategy. The roundtable was attended by important stakeholders such as the Toronto Financial Services Alliance, key government officials and subject matter experts in the field. The government’s new Global Skills Strategy was launched in June 2017
  • Director, Canada Employment Relocation Council 2015 – 2020;
  • Co-Chair of The Law Society of Upper Canada’s Annual Immigration Law Summit for 5 years;
  • Past Chair of the Citizenship and Immigration Section of the Canadian Bar Association;
  • Past Chair, Citizenship and Immigration Section, Canadian Bar Association; Secretary (2006) and Treasurer (2007), Citizenship and Immigration Section, Canadian Bar Association of Ontario;
  • Past Chair, Citizenship & Immigration Section, Canadian Bar Association of Ontario;Executive Committee of the Canadian Bar Association, Citizenship & Immigration Section, 1991 to 2011;
  • Head Lecturer, Immigration Practices and Procedures Course, Seneca College, 1997 to 2010.

Stephen’s expertise includes all areas of Canadian immigration law, specializing in corporate employee transfers, federal skilled worker applications, investor applications, work permits, and the Temporary Foreign Worker Program. Stephen also leads the Investment and Entrepreneur Department at the firm, which assists experienced business people and high net worth individuals to invest in Canada to obtain Permanent Residence. Stephen also has particular expertise in CUSMA confirmation exemptions, work permit approvals for strategic, expert and key professional employees and high level executives.

Stephen’s clients range from the largest multinational corporations in the world to many start-up and entrepreneurial clients crossing all industries: IT, telecommunications, hospitality, transportation and consulting to name just a few. Stephen travels around the globe to speak to various business organizations and clients regarding Canadian immigration.

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Stephen W. Green CS's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Stephen W. Green CS handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Immigration Law

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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 Toronto 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 andnue, 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.

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Common questions about Stephen W. Green CS

Where is Stephen W. Green CS's law office located?
Stephen W. Green CS's law practice is located in Toronto, Ontario. The firm is Green and Spiegel Canada. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Stephen W. Green CS handle?
Stephen W. Green CS focuses on immigration. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
How long has Stephen W. Green CS practiced law?
Stephen W. Green CS has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Stephen W. Green CS go to law school?
Stephen W. Green CS earned their education at (LL.B, 1996).
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What awards or recognition has Stephen W. Green CS received?
Stephen W. Green CS's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law; Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law, Toronto (Canada).

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Education

LL.B
University of Windsor
- 1996

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Immigration Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Immigration Law, Toronto (Canada)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1988

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