Proven Excellence in Commercial Litigation

Providing strategic legal counsel to corporations, institutions, and individuals in complex commercial and environmental matters

Four decades of successful legal counsel for energy companies, corporations, and institutions across Canada

Strategic Litigation Excellence

Drawing from decades of experience in complex commercial disputes, environmental litigation, and corporate governance matters. Grant Stapon has successfully navigated transformational transactions including EnCana Corporation's US$50 billion division, resolved multi-million-dollar arbitrations involving construction delays and First Nations issues, and achieved favourable outcomes in precedent-setting cases like Phillips v. Phillips (2005 ABQB 556) and Trilogy Energy LP v. AltaGas Operating Partnership (2005 ABQB 557).

A Legacy of Leadership

Serving as trusted counsel to major institutions including the Calgary Police Service for 35+ years and advising multiple public company boards on critical governance issues. Grant's institutional credibility is demonstrated through long-term general counsel relationships with Sears Canada, Shoppers Drug Mart, Gibson Energy, and successful representation in high-profile matters such as obtaining Anton Pillar warrants and guiding the Banff Television Festival Foundation through critical restructuring to preserve this 25-year Alberta institution.

Proven Results

Over 100 reported decisions across provincial and federal courts, demonstrating consistent success in high-stakes litigation. Grant's expertise is recognized by Best Lawyers in Canada for Alternative Dispute Resolution, Benchmark Litigation: Canada as a Litigation Star, and The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory with repeated recommendations. His appellate success includes favorable outcomes before the Alberta Court of Appeal in cases like Wi-Lan Inc. v. St. Paul Guarantee Insurance Company (2005 ABCA 352).

About
Grant Stapon, KC

Grant N. Stapon, KC, brings over four decades of distinguished legal practice to his independent firm.

As the former head of the Commercial Litigation group and former co-head of the Wills & Estates litigation group at Bennett Jones LLP, Grant has established himself as one of Western Canada's premier commercial litigators, handling matters with enterprise values reaching US$50 billion.

A Legacy of Leadership

Throughout his career, Grant has served as trusted counsel to major corporations, the Calgary Police Service, the Governments of Canada and Alberta, as well as many individuals, demonstrates the depth of trust institutions place in his judgment and expertise.

Courtroom Excellence
Grant's litigation prowess is evidenced by over 100 reported decisions from various courts and tribunals across Canada. He has appeared before courts in Alberta, British Columbia, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, and Newfoundland, handling matters of provincial and national significance.

Grant has extensive experience in investigations, arbitrations, mediations, and hundreds of appearances before administrative tribunals and Boards.

He has frequently been awarded Best Lawyers in Canada, as one of Canada's leading alternative dispute resolution lawyers.

Education, Credentials, & Professional Recognition

Grant's expertise is recognized through his appointments to several corporate boards and his frequent speaking engagements on legal matters. He is an active member of various community and charitable organizations, reflecting his commitment to service beyond the practice of law.

  • King's Counsel (KC) - Appointed in recognition of exceptional legal service

  • LLB, University of Manitoba (1978)

  • Called to the Alberta Bar (1980)

  • 46+ Years of Active Practice

  • 100+ Reported Court Decisions

  • 35+ Years as External Counsel to Calgary Police Service

  • 9 Police Chiefs Advised

  • Best Lawyers in Canada - Alternative Dispute Resolution Law

  • LexisNexis Martindale-Hubbell - BV Distinguished Peer Review Rating

  • The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory - Repeatedly Recommended, Litigation - Corporate Commercial

  • Benchmark Litigation: Canada - Recognized as a Litigation Star

  • Lexpert Special Edition: Technology and Health - Leading Canadian lawyer recognition

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After four decades of distinguished practice, Grant Stapon now only accepts a limited number of select matters where his extensive experience and proven track record can make a decisive difference.

Given the selective nature of the practice, initial consultations are by invitation only.