The Employment Law Boutique
About The Employment Law Boutique
The Employment Law Boutique is a leading law firm represented in the Best Lawyers® Awards by Nancy Shapiro, acknowledged for work in Labour and Employment Law.
The firm's tenure with Best Lawyers began in 2022. Recognition through the Purely Peer Review® process reflects how colleagues in their field view the quality of the lawyer’s work and the contribution they make within their practice area and region. It also speaks to the strength of the team at The Employment Law Boutique.
The Employment Law Boutique also appears in Best Law Firms® accolades. The Best Law Firms rankings are founded on a time-tested and transparent research process that has remained consistent since Best Lawyers launched it in 2010. The Employment Law Boutique has one rankings in Labour and Employment Law, echoing their Best Lawyers awards and team of top legal talent.
These honors come directly from peer feedback, reflecting the strong regard other leading attorneys have for The Employment Law Boutique's skill, advocacy, and commitment to clients.
Office Location:
- Toronto, Ontario
Recognized Lawyer at The Employment Law Boutique
At The Employment Law Boutique, founded in January 2025, Nancy continues to service clients in relation to employment law issues outside the collective bargaining context. Nancy has been recognized by Best Lawyers™ as the 2023 “Lawyer of the Year” for Labour and Employment Law in addition to other distinguished professional rankings including The Best Lawyers in Canada and Chambers Canada, which she has held since 2022. In 2022 Nancy received the Canadian HR Reporter 5 &ndas...
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