Profile

Stuart Konyer has practiced criminal defence law since his call to the bar in 1997. He holds an Honours degree in English, and graduated magna cum laude from the faculty of law at the University of Ottawa in 1995. His interest in criminal can be traced back to his work at the University of Ottawa Community Legal Clinic while he was a law student.

Stuart formed the firm of May & Konyer with Sean May in 1999. The firm has established a reputation for diligence and skilled advocacy amongst Judges at all levels, both in Ottawa and throughout Eastern Ontario.

Stuart has been very involved over the years with the Defence Counsel Association of Ottawa, a professional organization dedicated to promoting the interests of the defence bar, where he currently sits as Vice President. He has lectured on criminal procedure at the bar admission course, and to law students at the university of Ottawa. He has been involved in providing ongoing legal education to lawyers, Judges and Justices of the Peace.

In his off hours, Stuart enjoys reading as well as playing and coaching soccer.