Stephen D'Agostino

At the helm of Stephen Joseph D’Agostino Law Professional Corporation, Stephen has woven a distinguished career that traverses the intricate landscapes of municipal, planning, environmental, and expropriation law. His legal journey routinely navigates the corridors of municipal councils, the dynamic environments of tribunals like the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT) and the Environmental Review Tribunal, as well as the solemn settings of courtrooms. Serving a broad spectrum of clients, including municipalities, public bodies, land developers, and ratepayers’ associations, Stephen's legal acumen is comprehensive.

His involvement in legal matters spans a vast array of focuses: from overseeing Federal and Provincial environmental assessments to facilitating approvals for projects as varied as landfills, telecommunication infrastructures, municipal and expansive area fiber optic and wireless networks, to securing permissions for electric generating ventures. Moreover, Stephen’s expertise extends into real estate development, managing compensation claims for land expropriations, navigating conflict of interest scenarios, and steering related litigation processes.

With a leadership baton passed to him in January 2019, Stephen assumed the role of managing partner, steering the firm with a vision sharpened by years of legal practice. His legal credentials are rooted in a solid foundation, with a Juris Doctor degree from Osgoode Hall Law School marking the beginning of his professional journey in 1984.

Stephen’s excellence in the legal field has not gone unnoticed. His name appears on the prestigious LEXPERT® ranking and he is celebrated among The Best Lawyers™ in Canada. His professional affiliations are equally impressive, spanning the Canadian Bar Association’s Municipal and Environmental Law Sections, the Public Affairs Association of Canada, and the Ontario Expropriation Association. These recognitions and memberships are a testament to his commitment and contributions to the legal profession, particularly in the niches of municipal and environmental law.