Duncan Burns-Shillington

Duncan Burns-Shillington's expertise in employment and labour law is both broad and deep, covering a wide spectrum of workplace issues. He offers strategic counsel to employers in British Columbia and Ontario, adeptly handling employment litigation, collective bargaining, human rights and accommodation issues, and much more. Duncan's appearances before numerous courts and tribunals underscore his comprehensive understanding and capability in navigating complex legal landscapes.

His early career at a boutique law firm specializing in management-side employment and labour law, including a pivotal secondment at the Ontario Labour Relations Board, laid a solid foundation for his practice. Duncan's academic achievements, highlighted by his placement on the Dean’s Honour List during law school at Queen’s University, further attest to his dedication and skill in his field.

Duncan's recent advisory role in the acquisition of Alessa by Tier1 Financial Solutions exemplifies his ability to integrate employment law considerations into corporate transactions seamlessly. His professional affiliations with the Canadian Bar Association and the Law Societies of Ontario and British Columbia reflect his active engagement with the legal community and his commitment to staying at the forefront of employment and labour law.