Atty. Andrew Shaw

Atty. Andrew Shaw

Biography Andrew Shaw is a partner in the Firm's Employment & Compensation Law Group. Prior to attending law school, Andrew held labour relations/human resources positions at both private and public sector companies.

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Andrew Shaw is a employment attorney, practicing at Baker McKenzie LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Biography Andrew Shaw is a partner in the Firm's Employment & Compensation Law Group
  • Prior to attending law school, Andrew held labour relations/human resources positions at both private and public sector companies
  • In these roles, he managed workplace disputes and grievances to an appropriate resolution, assisted internal clients with the interpretation of employment-related legislation, and provided counsel to senior management as required
  • Andrew assists clients with all aspects of the employment relationship, both unionized and non-unionized, in the province of Ontario and throughout Canada
  • He advises and represents employers in matters regarding employment standards, wrongful dismissals, human rights, labour relations/arbitration, union organizing, collective bargaining, occupational health and safety, pay equity, and workplace investigations
  • Practice Focus Andrew is an experienced negotiator and advocate, always with the goal of efficiently and effectively resolving workplace disputes
  • He has appeared as legal counsel before the Ontario Labour Relations Board, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, labour arbitrators, as well as in the courts, including the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and the Court of Appeal for Ontario
  • In addition to his advocacy and dispute resolution practice, Andrew advises employer clients on employment agreements, employee terminations, executive compensation matters, corporate transactions, restructurings and downsizings, privacy, and disability management
  • He also assists clients with reviewing and updating their workplace policies and procedures, as well as providing the corresponding training

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Andrew Shaw's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Andrew Shaw handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Andrew Shaw's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law.

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Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law
- 2026

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