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
Grant is able to draw on decades of experience in complex commercial disputes, environmental litigation, and corporate governance matters.
A Legacy of Leadership
Serving as trusted counsel to major institutions including the Calgary Police Service for 45 years and advising multiple public company boards on critical governance issues. Grant's institutional credibility is demonstrated through long-term general counsel relationships with numerous high—profile clients.
Following Grant’s mandatory retirement from the Bennett Jones Partnership he continues to act for selected chosen clients on individual retainers.
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.
About
Grant Stapon, KC
As the former head of the Commercial Litigation group and former co-head of the Wills & Estates litigation group at Bennett Jones LLP, Grant N. Stapon, KC, brings over four decades of distinguished legal practice to his independent firm, Stapon Law.
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
Clients and prospective clients may request a list of Grant’s reported cases.
Contact Us
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.