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 Sarah Leveque 
 
9 days ago
 
 
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Stephen and Alexa were great to work with. Stephen is not only very knowledgeable in the employment law space, he handled my situation with a lot of care and empathy. I have never needed lawyer services before and was quite nervous going into it. Stephen made me feel at ease through the whole process and was able to obtain a settlement for me. It was very clear to me early on in our discussions that he is someone that truly cares about his clients and people in general. I would highly recommend Evolution Legal for your employment law needs.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Leather Bastian 
 
35 days ago
 
 
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Stephen and his team went above and beyond representing my interests.  Not only was my case represented but Stephen talked me through the process which allowed me to be patient.  The team stood strong and finished the fight.  I am grateful for their representation
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Jay-Anne Mandingin 
 
37 days ago
 
 
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Stephen represented me through a difficult dispute, and I couldn't have asked for better counsel. He was thorough from the start and willing to listen to all the details.

What stood out most was how human he was through the whole process. This was a stressful, personal situation for me, and Stephen never treated it like just another case file. He listened with real empathy, checked in on how I was doing, and made sure I understood what was happening at each step rather than leaving me guessing. He was always willing to talk things through, no matter how many questions I had.

That combination of careful legal strategy and genuine care can make all the difference. Throughout the process I felt like he was truly in my corner, and I never once doubted he was an advocate for me. He really will try (and succeed) at getting to the best outcome.

If you're looking for a lawyer who is both sharp and deeply empathetic, I'd recommend Stephen without hesitation.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Ashlee C 
 
43 days ago
 
 
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I researched several employment lawyers before reaching out to Stephen and I’m so glad I followed my intuition. From our first conversation, he was professional, knowledgeable, helpful, compassionate, and genuinely reassuring. His expertise in employment law gave me confidence and he took the time to explain things clearly, answer my questions, and help me understand my options without making everything feel overwhelming. He responded quickly, calmed my nerves and provided thoughtful guidance when I really needed it. I’m very grateful for his support and would absolutely recommend him. His assistant Alexa was also incredible to deal with from my first reach out to Evolution Legal. Thank you Team!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Om Patri 
 
47 days ago
 
 
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Stephen is an exceptional attorney and helped me navigate a very complicated employment matter to a great outcome. I really appreciate how Stephen was transparent in the full process walking me through the tradeoffs at each step and answering any questions. He showed excellent judgement throughout the negotiations using all of his experience, understanding when to be more aggressive, and when to be more patient (this is hard for a lot of lawyers, but this is exactly what you need for great results in tense situations). I was impressed by his desire to consistently stay on top of quickly-changing laws (even outside the province), and the flat fee structure made it very easy to understand my costs and stick to them (even if we had unexpected add-on surprises through the process, Stephen never asked for any additional fees). I also had the pleasure of meeting Stephen in-person and see him as a remarkable human being on top of being an excellent lawyer. I wish Evolution Legal and Stephen all the best as they grow this small firm, I applaud their efforts to invest in long-term relationships with their clients, and I recommend them without hesitation for any employment matter.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Valentina Pentcheva 
 
51 days ago
 
 
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Stephen has been incredibly understanding of and helpful to my employment situation. His prompt replies, professionalism and advice have been invaluable. He made sure that he clearly explained the options I had leading to different decisions in moving forward with my case alongside their associated outcomes and risks. He made sure that I clearly understand any risks before moving forward. He quickly put together required documents that were incredibly thorough, strong and backed up by the latest law. I'm very happy with his work and glad that I discovered his office. Unfortunately my case did not settle immediately but Stephen was prompt to share the news, as well as further advice and connected me with another lawyer who can continue to the litigation stage. One thing to note is that if your employer is a large corporation there may be a lot of pushback and you may require services beyond the scope of what Evolution Legal offers.
Nonetheless, Stephen is very clear about the scope of his work and the likelihood of success without litigation or risk of litigation. I felt like I made the right decision in retaining him and I'd definitely recommend Evolution Legal to others based on my experience.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Adam McDow 
 
65 days ago
 
 
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Stephen and Alexa made what could have been a very stressful experience feel straightforward and manageable from beginning to end. They took the time to answer every question I had and did so quickly (email or phone). While genuinely listening to my situation and providing advice in language I could understand.

The entire process was clearly explained to me from start to finish, and I always felt informed about my options and what to expect next. I was kept in the loop during negotiations and the turn around time was much quicker than I expected.

I would highly recommend at least booking a consultation with Stephen if you’re dealing with an employment/termination/lay off issue. Knowing your rights is incredibly important, and Stephen made sure I understood mine and felt confident moving forward. I’m extremely grateful for the guidance, understanding and support I received.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Micaela 
 
95 days ago
 
 
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I cannot recommend Stephen Dugandzic and Evolution Legal highly enough! From day one, he was exceptionally quick to respond, deeply hands-on, and kept me fully informed throughout the entire legal process. Dealing with employment matters can be stressful, but Stephen Dugandzic's sharp expertise and proactive communication made me feel completely supported. Most importantly, he fought tirelessly to negotiate and secure the most reasonable payout for my case in a very short time. A true professional who genuinely delivers results and is passionate about helping employees/professionals.
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Tiayana 
 
96 days ago
 
 
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Stephen & Alexa were great to work with. Response time & overall communication was amazing. My questions were answered with thoroughness and intention, highly recommend!
  
 
 
 
 
 
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 Sofia B 
 
100 days ago
 
 
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I had the pleasure of working with Stephen after getting laid off for the 3rd time in my career. As a result, I've worked with a few employment lawyers in the past to review my severance offers, but this was my first time working with an employee-focused lawyer. The dedication and advocacy his firm has towards employees is night and day!

Stephen is empathetic, thorough, and patient during the most stressful time of your life and can honestly tell you if a fight for a better severance is worth it, no matter how big or small your employer and their legal team is. I'm so grateful he was able to represent me and get me a severance that allowed me to have some peace and closure. If you've been laid off and wondering if you've been given a fair severance, get Stephen to take a look and you'll be relieved you did!