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About Stacey R. Ball Law Firm

STACEY REGINALD BALL

Featured by as most frequently recommended employment lawyer in Toronto.

Highest Ranking – Canadian Legal Expert Directory

Selected as a Leading 500 Lawyer ( out of 150,000 Canadian Lawyers )

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Recommended Employment Lawyer in Toronto For All Wrongful Dismissal Cases

Stacey Reginald Ball, Barrister & Solicitor has spent his entire career in the practice of employment and labour law, as well as civil litigation. Considered to be one of Canada’s leading experts in the field of employment & labour law, Stacey is also author of the definitive and authoritive text – Canadian Employment Law.

As a lawyer of the firm of Ball Professional Corporation he has acted as counsel in numerous leading Canadian employment law decisions at all levels of our judicial system, including the Supreme Court of Canada, where he has had Federal, Ontario and Manitoba Court of Appeals reversed.

Author of a Leading Treatise in the Area Canadian Employment Law

As Toronto’s top recommended employment lawyer, Mr. Ball is author of a leading treatise in the area Canadian Employment Law, published by Canada Law Book, he is routinely contacted by lawyers, employers and employees across Canada for advice in the area of employment and labour law. His work has often been favourably quoted and cited by superior courts in every province and the Supreme Court of Canada.

Our History

The following cites additional information related to Stacey Ball's bar admissions, contributions to the community and legal profession, his writings and teaching:

Bar Memberships:

Mr. Ball is called to the Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia bars.
Mr. Ball is a member of the Canadian Bar Association.
Mr. Ball has an academic appointments at Osgoode Hall Law school and the Faculty of Law of the University of Western Ontario, where he has been an adjunct professor and part time faculty member.

Professional Activities:

Chaired and presented at numerous Continuing Legal Education programmes for the Canadian Bar Association of Ontario and the Law Society of Upper Canada - Ontario.
Former Executive member of Labour section of C.B.A.O.
Former member of C.L.E. (education) Main Committee of C.B.A.O.

Professional Recognition

Mr. Ball has been recognized by professional peer review as a top employment lawyer and one of Canada’s best employment lawyers. Lexpert and Lexpert/American Lawyer have both recognized Mr. Ball in this regard.

On any evaluation metric he is professionally regarded as one of the top employment lawyers in Canada. His treatise, Canadian Employment Law, cites over 7000 cases, and has been cited in approximately 200 employment law decisions across Canada, in every province in Canada, and by the Supreme Court of Canada. He has been winning counsel in some of the most important cases in Canada at the Supreme Court of Canada level, such as Wilson v. AECL, 2016 SCC 29; Wallace v. U.G.G. [1997] 3 S.C.R. 701 and Machtinger v. HOJ (1992), 40 C.C.E.L. 1 (S.C.C.). He has taught as a part time employment law professor at both Osgoode Hall Law School and the University of Western Ontario Faculty of Law. No Canadian employment lawyer has comparable credentials.

Mr. Ball receives referrals from law firms across Canada. It is not surprising that many lawyers and law firms have chosen Mr. Ball to be their employment law counsel.

Mr. Ball is called to the bars of Ontario, Alberta and British Columbia.

Core Values and Commitment to You

We are aware as to how important your employment case is to you. Stacey Reginald Ball and Ball Professional Corporation are committed to professional excellence. This means not merely publishing the leading textbook and winning leading Canadian cases, but assisting all clients in pursuing their legal rights and remedies to obtain the best practical solution.

We are committed to giving you expert legal advice, and to advance your interests in a manner which is consistent with the law. The reputation of the firm is based upon obtaining results for clients for almost 30 years. Our mission is to apply the knowledge and skills we have obtained through decades of practice and publishing to obtain the best possible result for your case.

We are very aware that employment law cases are of primary and high level importance to our clients. It is for this reason we advocate for our clients with high level skill and compassion. Without this high level of skill and compassion we could not have obtained the extraordinary and unsurpassed success we have achieved in the profession and for our clients.

CONSULTATIONS

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CLIENT REVIEWS

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Stacey R. Ball | Employment Lawyer

4.8

Steven Wang

19:58 18 Mar 19

Stacey was the third lawyer that I had hired to represent me, after the previous two didn't achieve anything for me. Stacey is very different. He is not only the author of Canadian Employment Law with profound knowledge and experience, he is also the most efficient one, direct to the point. He is the toughest one, well known by HR people, and he takes care of his client all by himself. There is no junior lawyers under him. That's the big difference comparing with other big employment law firms on Google, where I could only meet with a young lawyer with little experience. After he spoke with me for 45 minutes, he found the best way to break through. He didn't need to ask for a lot of document and he didn't bill hours to review them. His fee structure is aligned with his client's best interest. My problem was solved very quickly with a great result, and I only have to meet with him twice and exchange some emails. He's not just a tough fighter and negotiator, he got great strategy to make a deal. He answered my emails during the holidays. He comes in the office very early, and we had a conference call at 7am in the morning when we need to make a quick decision. To me, he is the best employment lawyer, a patient teacher and a friend. I strongly recommend him to those who need help.

Aiden Nix

01:13 06 Apr 19

Stacey was super helpful and increased my settlement a significant amount. He is very busy so you have to chase him down a bit but that is minor issue compared to all of the positives. Overall if you need a good labour lawyer then talk to him right away. He is THE lawyer to go to in Ontario!Thanks Stacey!

Sergei R

05:01 06 Dec 18

My experience with Stacey R. Ball was very positive. His fees are reasonable and value I received for the money was outstanding. Luckily, after his advice my situation was resolved almost amicably. You will not believe how reasonable some people can become after they start suspecting you have a good lawyer. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. If you suspect you might need a lawyer in the future because of some developing situation at work, I highly recommend you wait no more and talk to Stacey.

Danny T

18:34 26 Feb 19

Stacey has recently represented me. He’s patient, but to the point which I can appreciate. No fluff. He worked quickly and even responded during his holidays. Definitely highly recommended.

Alexa Arsenault

19:36 01 Nov 18

If I could give Stacey Ball 30 stars I would! Stacey was right on the “ball” when it came to my legal matter. I called his office and his efficient staff scheduled me for an appointment the next day. He’s a great listener and comes to the point quickly, confidently, and succinctly. He explained best and worst case scenarios and dealt with my matter without delay. He was successful in concluding my legal matter to my satisfaction and met all my expectations. I highly recommend Stacey for all your legal matters.Alexa

Alex McMillan

18:05 21 Apr 19

Mr Ball represented me in a wrongful dismissal case. It was quite evident from my initial consultation until the conclusion of my settlement. Mr. Ball mirrored professionalism, empathy and above all confidence. Mr Ball reviewed my case and informed me what I was entitled to and what to expect at time of settlement. I was represented diligently right up to the conclusion of my settlement. He was able to negotiate an amount that was above my expectations. I would highly recommend Mr. Ball to anyone in need of assistance in any type of employment situations. In conclusion that one of the main things that impressed me most was that he at all times puts his clients FIRST.

Daphne Rodrigues

23:54 22 May 19

Stacey was my second lawyer I retained after my original lawyer felt that he would be better suited to deal with my difficult employment matter. Stacey was very direct, efficient and respectful of my time. He was tenacious in negotiations and challenged/invalidated all points the other lawyer argued. I would not have achieved my outcome without Stacey. Thank you!Daphne Scott

Kate Miller

15:35 23 May 19

Stacey gave me good advice on my first consult. Super professional and competent. If I ever need employment lawyer again I would definitely come back to Stacey!

francesca V

08:33 24 Jun 19

Stacey not only provided expert legal guidance on my workplace harassment case, but was also extremely supportive during this difficult process. I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone facing a similar situation. Thank you Stacey.

Charlie Russo

03:03 01 Jul 19

Stacey Ball was very helpful with my employment situation, from start to finish. He answered all my questions and concerns dealing with my settlement promptly and easily explained everything. Thank you. 5 stars.

Nurissa Kanji

09:47 22 Jul 19

I want to thank Stacey Ball and the staff at Ball Professional Corporation. Mr.Ball's professionalism, friendliness and empathy were evident at our first meeting. We would not hesitate to recommend Stacey Ball and his team for their expertise in employment law.

dave buckley

03:27 31 Jul 19

Stacey Ball was a huge help for me from start to finish in a contract negotiation, and was able to very quickly identify issues and advise me on next steps. He was understanding of my situation and provided specific advice on a broad range of clauses in my contract. I would 100% consult with him again based on my experience.

Jhonattan V

04:31 02 Aug 19

After ending employment with my employer of 9 years due to actions that I felt were steps of constructive dismissal, I contacted Mr Ball to determine my employment rights. Through the whole process from beginning until conclusion, I found Stacey to be very professional and knowledgeable and would recommend him and his team as your representatives for employment law matters.

Cole Carr

03:04 04 Aug 19

I met with Stacey Ball this morning for a consultation. He was incredibly generous with his advice and support in a consultation I needed. I highly recommend contacting him, even if you are unsure you will require his services - he will help you evaluate the situation and whether you need his services.

Katy M. Smith

01:18 05 Aug 19

I recommend Stacey Ball without hesitation. I was wrongfully dismissed and Stacey worked efficiently and communicated regularly to get a great settlement. He helped make a bad situation better – you want a lawyer like Stacey on your side!

Nurissa Kanji

09:47 22 Jul 19

Sheeba Bonning

15:47 28 Oct 19

I would highly recommend Stacey Ball any time! Stacey accurately pinpointed the challenges of our situation and gave solid advice right from the beginning. When things got confusing for me, he took the time to explain them in lay terms so I could make informed decisions. A big thank you to Stacey ball and his team for helping me with a stressful situation and for always being there to smooth things over. We were even able to have a laugh or two and he definitely brings a human touch to legal matters which can be super uncomfortable for "regular" people that don't deal with legalese every day!

Jacqueline O'Flanagan

19:57 29 Oct 19

I would strongly recommend Stacey and his services for any employment related legal issues. His academic and professional experience provide a unique approach to strategizing over a case with his clients best interest in mind, and builds the case based on facts. He is an advocate for employees who have been wronged and his work with the supreme court demonstrates his commitment to changing the system for the better.

Lionel K

20:40 30 Oct 19

A few months ago, I was blindsided by my three partners who had decided to buy me out, at a fraction of the original investment contribution that I made when I joined the company. I decided to hire Stacey after interviewing him at his office. I knew then and there that he would make put my former partners in their place. Thank fully, I was right and Stacey took care of the matter in mediation, getting me 100% of what I was entitled to. The man is a legend in employment law and has the credentials to prove it, after all, he wrote the book on employment law! Thank you Stacey, appreciate all you've done. Best, LK.

Christine L

02:11 15 Nov 19

I had spoken with three lawyers before I met with Stacey Ball. What I liked about our meeting was that Mr. Ball provided answers to my questions and made me feel that he had my best interests in mind. I was informed of a settlement amount I would be entitled to receive and he worked at getting it. You will get a chance to get some sleep knowing that your case will be resolved promptly and that your rights are being looked after. You will find his fees are competitive but fair as he evaluates each situation separately. If you want to know what you rights are, want results, without wasting time, look no further. My case was handled efficiently and I would recommend his services to anyone that asks. A big thank you Stacey Ball for your services.

michael goda

15:39 27 Nov 19

Stacey is the best employment lawyer in Canada. I strongly recommend him to those who need help.

Sandra Knight

08:53 28 Nov 19

I got fired with no explanation from a workplace where i spend 4 years. I immediately started looking for a lawyer and got in touch with Stacey. He reviewed my case, helped me to calculate my severance pay and prepare all the proper documents. I would say Stacey is very knowledgeable and helpful in unfair dismissal cases. I would recommend him.

Sebastian Enachescu

18:19 29 Nov 19

I was extremely pleased with the service provided by Mr. Stacey Ball and assistants. When I first approached him with my situation-a severance package well below merit, he was very direct with what is a reasonable severance and what he wanted to negotiate for me. Within a very short time he was able to get me 70% more above the initial severance offer and an additional 10% for pension and benefits. The timeline worked out beautifully as I did not fall short of funds while waiting for the settlement. I was pleasantly surprised and grateful of the outcome. In addition, his fees were very reasonable and were hardly felt. Thanks again Stacey.:)

Wm Robinson

07:48 07 Dec 19

I was transferred to night shifts by my manager without asking if can/want work nights. When i confronted him i was told either take night shifts or leave the company. Mr. Ball really helped me to sort out this situation and get proper compensation for my constructive dismissal case. Mr. Ball acted professionally and at the same time friendly at all times. He was very supportive and very positive about the outcome of my case. He is a very good person.

Yousuf Halim

18:17 16 Dec 19

Stacy helped me with my wrongful dismissal case. He is very knowledgeable and kind. With his expertise, he could resolved and provided me a satisfactory settlement solution with my ex-employer. His fees are reasonable and office staff are very supportive . I am very happy with his service.

Joyce Wang

01:55 09 Mar 20

Stacey helped me with my case and I have to say I am very pleased with the outcome. His professionalism and expertise were absolutely impeccable. I am very happy with the services that Stacey and his assistants provided me. Stacey and his assistants Rebecca and Jennifer were always available to answer my questions through the process. My case was resolved completely in a few months. Stacey is a top employment lawyer and one of Canada’s best employment lawyers, but his legal fee was very fair and reasonable. I would highly recommend Stacey to whoever needs a legal service.

Janice Yorke

17:02 03 May 20

Mr. Ball is a top notch lawyer. Having written the labour laws himself he is thorough and detailed. He did a great job for me and I am very grateful.He has a neat sense of humour if you are blessed to realize it as well.He responded to all my emails in record time and called me immediately when he had updates.

Zorana Jovanovic

18:54 09 Aug 20

I was happy to have Mr.Ball handling my constructive dismissal. He was friendly, fast, efficient and fair. As a result, I felt taken care of during this very stressful time. I would strongly recommend Mr.Ball for any employment related issues. Thank you !

Jackie Carter

20:12 05 Aug 21

Worked with stacey for a disability insurance claim that I got denied. Really easy to work with, professional and does fantastic work, easy recommendation.

Sergei R

16:33 09 Oct 20

My 2011 experience with Stacey R. Ball was very positive. His fees are reasonable and value I received for the money was outstanding. Luckily, after his advice my situation was resolved almost amicably. You will not believe how reasonable some people can become after they start suspecting you have a good lawyer. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure. If you suspect you might need a lawyer in the future because of some developing situation at work, I highly recommend you wait no more and talk to Stacey.Update in 2020:I cannot write more reviews, it looks like one review per account, so I am editing the existing review. Another unrelated incident in 2020. Another consultation and advice what to do next in order to steer clear of unpleasant developments. His very reasonable consultation fee is the best investment I ever made in my peace of mind. He was busy so he could not meet me on the day I wanted, but he met me two days later, which was perfectly fine. After talking to him it became much more clear to me what to do and what to avoid doing. Quotes Supreme Court cases as references when he explains things as to what to do and why, looks like he knows them by heart. There is a good reason why he is busy. He is a very effective lawyer. Very highly recommend.

Araz Khalkhali

21:50 20 Oct 20

Thank you to Stacey Ball and his staff for my making my experience a great one. Stacey was extremely honest, professional, insightful and responsive. His vast experience was evident as was his in-depth knowledge of employment law. He took great care with my case, was transparent and made sure I was informed every step of the way. I highly recommend Stacey and his outstanding team and I wouldn't hesitate to reach out to them again.

Araz K

01:33 21 Oct 20

Thank you to Stacey Ball and his staff for making my experience a great one. Stacey was extremely honest, professional, insightful and responsive. His vast experience was evident as was his in-depth knowledge of employment law. He took great care with my case, was transparent and made sure I was informed every step of the way. I highly recommend Stacey and his outstanding team and I wouldn't hesitate to reach out to them again.

Terry Michaelson

16:39 19 Feb 21

Stacey knows his business and how to get things done. He gives good counsel and executes effective strategy. I was very pleased with the results he achieved and recommend his practice highly.

Ryan Gomes

23:08 01 Mar 21

I hired Stacey about 10 years ago now to represent me on a constructive dismissal case. After my first meeting with him, I felt very confident he would do the long haul and stick through the tough times ahead. It was a long stressful two-year battle but we were successful in winning my case. Unfortunately I lost my job in April at the start of the pandemic. My employer terminated me without cause so the first person that popped into mind was Stacey. Again he took on my case and after just a couple of months, negotiated a strong settlement for me. I would recommend Stacey to my friends, family and anyone who is not familiar with employment law or feels like they are being taken advantage of by their employer.

Angel Morgan

22:50 17 Mar 21

Mr. Ball and his team were amazing. They were efficient, knowledgeable and got our settlement done in a more than timely fashion.I would highly recommend him to anyone and have done so a few times over.

Sajjad Hyder

23:10 26 Mar 21

Stacey helped me with my case and I have to say I am very pleased with the outcome. Stacey and his team are always available to answer my questions. My case was resolved in a short time. Stacey is a good employment lawyer one can trust and his legal fee was very fair and reasonable. I would highly recommend Stacey to whoever needs a legal service.

Cordie Kemmer

07:44 07 Aug 21

Helped me with a workplace discrimination case, got laid off without a just cause for dismissal. Ended up winning the case and getting a severance package, couldn’t be happier.

Opal Satterfield

09:58 09 Aug 21

For small business law, he’s the best in the city. Knows the ins and outs of the law and helped me save my business.

Katelynn Schroeder

10:01 13 Aug 21

Consulted him a few times and would recommend him for any employment matter.

Arianna Nader

10:11 15 Aug 21

Had a really positive experience with this lawyer. He was straight forward and knew exactly what he was doing.

Tyrel Osinski

04:26 17 Aug 21

This law firm was absolutely great with reviewing my severance agreement. Recommend!!!

Dawson Bailey

16:09 20 Aug 21

Had him look over my employment contracts before I finalized them, great choice. Ended up switching a few key things so now the business is more protected.

Rudy Hartmann

07:14 22 Aug 21

Had a big job opportunity and had Stacey look over the contract, caught a few things in the contract that the employer ended up changing once I brought it up to them. Always a good idea to double check with someone who knows this stuff and I’m glad a did.

Bennie Weber

20:02 11 Aug 21

Mr. Stacey Ball was very professional & knowledgeable with my workplace discrimination case.

Barnadet Eskander

14:35 17 Nov 21

The best lawyer in all of Canada and his associate, Shane is amazing! They make your life so easy.

Jerry Lam

17:42 16 Jan 22

We would highly recommend Stacey to anyone who needs employment legal services. This was the first time we hired a lawyer to represent us for wrongful dismissal. Our case was a unique one which required creativity and an in-depth knowledge of employment law. It was evident to us in our first meeting that Stacey would be able to fight for our case because he listened to our situation and provided several strategies that we could work toward to achieve the result we want. The process was clear in the first day and the fees structure was discussed on the same day. Following his guidance, we were able to negotiate a strong settlement. Even though the process was stressful, he made it much easier for us and we shared a lot of laughs together. Thank you for standing up for us!

Marjolaine Cronin

16:51 30 Jan 22

I'd never have thought that I would be treated unfairly at work and, as a result, wrongfully terminated. Well, I'm not the kind of person who is okay with being humiliated, so I contracted this employment lawyer as I heard he was one of the best in Canada. It definitely paid back. Thank you once again!!

iourii pilipenko

20:20 10 Feb 22

I would highly recommend Stacey. He is the one that can stay for youAttentive.very knowledgeable, accurate.,reasonable,responsible. He gets in your shoes!!!

Candace Nitzsche

05:04 20 Mar 22

Working with Stacey Ball was especially delightful cuz he is quite transparent about the process, risks and possible options. It felt like I was in the hands of the professional right from the start.

Joyce Sanford

21:31 04 Apr 22

Stacey R. Ball is the best lawyer. Now, I can understand why this lawyer has such a high rating. Very good job on my case.

My Heard

10:24 08 May 22

Been a few years since I had to go to this firm about workplace harassment.. Now I can finally talk about it and express my gratitude, the team at mr. ball's practice is incredible, they will do their best for you

Kevin Long

09:06 16 May 22

Highly appreciate your advice and help with race discrimination at work! In my particular situation, Stacey Ball and his team completed a thorough investigation to build a convincing case. I got an amazing representation. To sum it up, excellent job, this is the right employment lawyer!

Belle Miller

08:25 28 Mar 22

Best lawyer for any employment issues, speaking from my own experience as well as my friend's

Monica Kohli

18:43 30 May 22

I just wanted to say a quick thank you for all your guidance and support and patience with me through a rather difficult time. Thanks to you guys it became easier to deal with. You made the process easy to understand and were on top of the game the whole time. Stacey, you have an awesome team and I absolutely loved your straightforward style.Thank you once again!

Louie Hays

12:25 02 Jun 22

I recently had a consultation with this lawyer and got useful legal advice. So grateful for your help! You're my first call if things escalate.

Louie Hays

09:27 24 Jul 22

I recently had a consultation with this lawyer and got useful legal advice. So grateful for your help! You're my first call if things escalate. Recomended for everyone.

Bertha Watts

11:38 06 Aug 22

Mr. Stacey Ball expertly helped my family member through her wage dispute. I was the one who recommended him since he helps our company with work contracts.

Angela Turner

07:55 20 Oct 22

Sometimes friendships can go wrong & have a bad effect on your career.. exactly what happened to me when I was unfairly terminated. When I realized that just moving on wouldn't do it for me, I found this dedicated professional - Stacey Ball. With the employment lawyer on my side I was treated fairly & won the case. I can't express how thankful I am for the settlement & bringing back my confidence!

Wilhelmine Muller

17:03 29 Nov 22

Friendships can occasionally go wrong and have a bad impact on your work, which is what happened to me when I was dismissed unfairly.I found this committed professional named Stacey Ball after I realized that simply moving on wouldn't work for me.Thanks to the employment lawyer on my side, I received fair treatment and won the case.I can't express how grateful I am that the settlement allowed me to regain my confidence.

Hooshmand Moniri

21:12 01 Jan 23

It was a pleasure dealing with such a thorough and knowledgeable legal professional like Stacey.I would highly recommend Stacey for any employment legal issues.A big thank you to Stacey and his team.

Albert McCormick

19:53 18 Mar 23

Stacey R. Ball was the most knowledgeable lawyer I could have wished for when I was terminated. I am deeply grateful for his assistance, it was invaluable in helping me navigate this difficult circumstance.

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