Civil Law · Ontario, Canada
Lawyer · Thornton Grout Finnigan LLP · Toronto
Andrew is a commercial litigator with extensive legal experience in both Canada and the US. His practice focuses on complex commercial litigation, including bankruptcy/insolvency litigation, construction and infrastructure litigation and shareholder disputes. Prior to joining TGF, Andrew practiced for nine years in the New York office of an international law firm and continues to leverage his broad litigation knowledge with both Canadian and US clients, including in cross-border restructuring and litigation matters.
A well-rounded professional, Andrew is known for his calm, focused approach to client service, offering a solutions-oriented perspective when dealing with clients’ challenging legal issues. He is an innovative lawyer, bringing novel ideas to the table to resolve issues, showcasing his expertise and strategic thinking. He is passionate about building long-lasting client relationships and ensuring clients receive exceptional service in each mandate.
Andrew regularly volunteers his time and expertise within the community, with a demonstrated commitment to pro bono work and access to justice. Andrew has led TGF’s participation in Pro Bono Ontario’s consumer protection program, representing clients that were misled through door-to-door sales tactics. While practicing in New York, Andrew regularly represented pro bono clients asserting housing discrimination claims before the New York City Commission on Human Rights and defended low-income tenants in New York City Housing Court eviction proceedings. He also represented low-income clients facing criminal charges in the Southern District of New York. Andrew was recognized by the New York State Bar Association as an Empire State Counsel honoree for his pro bono contributions in 2015 and 2017. Within TGF, Andrew is co-chair of TGF’s student committee, which oversees the hiring, development, mentorship and training opportunities of talented new legal professionals.