Atty. Peter D. Lauwers

Atty. Peter D. Lauwers

Peter D. Lauwers is a lawyer practicing administrative law, education law, labor law and 3 other areas of law.

Toronto Toronto 46 yrs experience 46 year
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Profile Summary

About Peter D. Lauwers at a glance

Peter D. Lauwers is a employment, zoning, civil rights, education, and government attorney based in Toronto, Ontario. They have 46+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1980. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1980). Educated at University of Toronto (LL.B. York, 1978). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serands clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Peter D. Lauwers is a lawyer practicing administrative law, education law, labor law and 3 other areas of law
  • Peter D. has been licensed for 46 years
  • Peter D. practices in Toronto, ON

Practice Areas Explained

Peter D. Lauwers's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Peter D. Lauwers 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.

Peter D. Lauwers is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Ontario →

Land Use & Zoning

Peter D. Lauwers is one of 40,226 zoning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse zoning attorneys in Ontario →

Civil Rights

Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.

Peter D. Lauwers is one of 70,245 civil rights attorneys indexed nationally. Browse civil rights attorneys in Ontario →

Education Law

Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.

Peter D. Lauwers is one of 24,079 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Ontario →

Government & Administrative Law

Attorneys for administrative law, agency hearings, government contracts, licensing, and public benefits.

Peter D. Lauwers is one of 132,225 government attorneys indexed nationally. Browse government attorneys in Ontario →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ontario

Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Toronto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Peter D. Lauwers

Where is Peter D. Lauwers's law office located?
Peter D. Lauwers's law practice is located in Toronto, Ontario. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Peter D. Lauwers handle?
Peter D. Lauwers focuses on employment, zoning, civil rights, education, government. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
How long has Peter D. Lauwers practiced law?
Peter D. Lauwers has 46+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1980.
Where did Peter D. Lauwers go to law school?
Peter D. Lauwers earned their education at (LL.B. York, 1978).
How can I contact Peter D. Lauwers for a consultation?
You can contact Peter D. Lauwers directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Peter D. Lauwers received?
Peter D. Lauwers's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.B. York
University of Toronto
- 1978

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1980

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