Overview

Stephen has “excellent industry and technical knowledge,” and is known to be “great at helping to resolve tax issues.”

Public and private clients rely on Stephen for sophisticated advice on the tax implications of corporate and securities transactions, including corporate reorganizations and mergers and acquisitions. Multinational companies consult him for Canadian tax advice regarding their inbound and outbound investments.

Stephen is also an experienced tax litigator with an “ability to combine transactional and litigation experience.” (Chambers Canada) He routinely appears at all levels of court. He consults with the Canadian government on tax policy and legislation, and is a former special adviser to the Senior Assistant Deputy Minister, Tax Policy, and Legislation Branch of the Department of Finance (Canada).

Stephen received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal in recognition of his contributions to Canadian tax law. He is a member of the Council of the International Fiscal Association (Canadian branch).

Practice Areas

• Taxation Law

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 1973 (ON)