Shilpa Stokes

Associate

250 University Avenue,
Suite 236 Toronto,
ON, M5H 3E5 Canada

Business Law
Civil Litigation & Commercial Litigation
Employment Law

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Practice Areas

Shilpa Stokes, an associate at Wilson Drake & Associates LLP, brings strong research and writing skills, with clear and direct oral communication abilities to her legal practice. With a focus on business law, corporate/commercial litigation, and employment law, Shilpa provides her clients with practical advice, and a commitment to achieving the best possible outcome.

Unique Skills and Attributes

A diverse range of skills and experiences shape Shilpa’s practice. Born and raised in Hong Kong, her proficiency in Cantonese and Mandarin enhances her ability to serve a diverse clientele and facilitates effective communication and understanding.
Beyond her legal training, Shilpa holds a degree in journalism which trained her to distill information into concise and compelling narratives and enables her to present complex concepts that are easily understood. Her passion for clear and effective communication is evident in both her oral advocacy and strong writing and research skills, allowing her to provide practical advice that resonates with clients.

Prior to joining Wilson Drake & Associates LLP, Shilpa completed her articling at a leading Bay Street business law firm, where she gained invaluable experience working in her practice areas.

She has also demonstrated a strong commitment to community involvement through her work volunteering with Downtown Legal Services (DLS) and Advocates for Injured Workers (AIW). While studying at the University of Toronto, Shilpa was senior news editor of Ultra Vires student newspaper, and executive member of In Vino Veritas, the University of Toronto’s wine tasting group.

Professional Associations

Shilpa is an active member of associations including the Ontario Bar Association (OBA), the Canadian Bar Association (CBA) and the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers (FACL). She is also a member of the Law Society of Ontario (LSO).

Awards and Accolades

Shilpa was a member of a team that won the top law school and best factum awards at the Refugee, Immigration and Citizenship Law Moot.

Education

Shilpa earned a Juris Doctor (J.D.) in 2022 from the University of Toronto, Faculty of Law.

She is also a graduate of the University of Hong Kong in 2019 with a Bachelor of Arts (Journalism), first class honours.

Shilpa was admitted to the Bar of Ontario in 2023.

Personal Stuff

Shilpa brings a well-rounded perspective to her legal practice, with a range of interests and experiences outside of her professional life. She enjoys indulging in her passion for baking and cooking, experimenting with new recipes and flavours. She also prioritizes her physical well-being through activities like pilates.
In her leisure time, Shilpa finds solace in water sports, particularly swimming. Additionally, Shilpa’s adventurous spirit has taken her on remarkable journeys around the globe, including witnessing the Northern Lights in Sweden and embarking on a white-water rafting expedition in Thailand.

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