André Baril
McCarthy TétraultMcCarthy Tétrault‘s labour and employment group supports clients on litigation mandates, collective agreement negotiations, human rights litigation and a range of advisory and transactional mandates. The group operates from offices in Toronto, Montréal, Québec City, Calgary and Vancouver. Toronto-based Tim Lawson heads up the national practice group. Additional names to note at the Toronto office include Sunil Kapur, who routinely represents financial services, manufacturing, transportation and healthcare clients in labour board proceedings; and all-rounder Kate McNeill-Keller. André Baril in Montreal and Shana Wolch in Calgary are also noted. John Gilmore joined the firm's Calgary office from Bennett Jones LLP in August 2024.
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‘Tim Lawson and Andrew Weizman have been associated with me and my bank for several years. They understand the complexities in a small bank such as ours and are very responsive, personable and cooperative in their resolution process.’
‘Tim Lawson is a great expert to talk to - he is someone who has a business appreciation along with his legal background. He has also made himself available to us at any time, especially when some cases were urgent and important. Andrew Weizman provides great support and assists Tim during our discussions.'
‘Incredibly client-centric. All the AI options and technology systems one could wish for and more.'
‘Sunil Kapur and Kate McNeill-Keller - amazing client service with an eye on cost, but never affecting quality.’
Key clients
- Bank of Montréal
- Canadian Association of Counsel for Employers
- Fed Ex
- Federal Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry of Canada
- GardaWorld
- General Electric
- Government of Ontario
- Hertz
- National Bank of Canada
- Radio-Canada
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Tim Lawson
McCarthy TétraultNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Shana Wolch
McCarthy TétraultPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Tim Lawson