Shwan Shaker

Senior Associate

Montréal
[email protected]
514.954.2594

Shwan advises his clients on all aspects of employment and labour law, with a particular interest in labour relations. He supports clients on matters relating to:

  • the interpretation of collective agreements
  • labour relations
  • labour standards
  • the enforcement of disciplinary measures
  • individual and mass dismissals
  • the preparation of employment agreements

Shwan represents a variety of employers in grievance arbitrations, employment disputes and collective agreement negotiations. His clients greatly appreciate his pragmatic and efficient approach.

Prior to joining BLG in 2018, Shwan began his career in Ville de Longueuil’s legal department. He also built his labour and employment law practice in a boutique firm.

Experience

  • Acts for employers in various labour and employment disputes before arbitral tribunals, the Tribunal administratif du Québec, human rights tribunals and the Superior Court
  • Advises employers on a wide range of day-to-day labour and employment issues
  • Assists and represents employers in mediation and conciliation proceedings
  • Provides his employment expertise in commercial transactions

Beyond Our Walls

Professional Involvement

  • Member, Barreau du Québec

Community Involvement

  • Director, Institut des troubles d’apprentissage
  • Volunteer, BLG Reads to Kids

Awards & Recognitions

  • Recognized in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada - Ones to Watch™ (Labour and Employment Law)

Bar Admission & Education

  • Québec, 2015
  • LLB, Université de Montréal, 2014