Peter Straszynski

Peter Straszynski is a Partner specializing in Labour & Employment Law at Torkin Manes LLP, with a career at the firm spanning from 1991 to the present. Since 2000, Peter has represented clients across various industries, including health care, banking, and construction, and has gained recognition for being approachable and effective. As a sought-after speaker, Peter frequently addresses topics related to employment and labour law. In addition to practical client representation, Peter has authored numerous contributions on issues such as employment contract delays, the costs of contractors, and workplace gender identity matters. Peter's legal career also includes earlier roles as an Associate and Articling Student at Torkin Manes LLP, as well as research positions at Cassels Brock & Blackwell LLP and Gary Watson, Watson and McGowan Ontario Civil Practice. Peter holds an LLB from York University - Osgoode Hall Law School and a BA from McGill University.