Lawyer Andrew L. McIntosh from Shumaker firm ascends to Executive Vice President and General Counsel of USL, fortifying the company's status as a leading national sports law corporation.
Andrew McIntosh, a renowned legal professional, has been named Executive Vice President and General Counsel of the United Soccer League (USL). This prestigious appointment reflects both McIntosh's individual experience and Shumaker's strong foundation in sports and business law.
McIntosh, a dual member of the Ontario Bar and the Florida Bar, has earned a reputation for providing exceptional legal counsel. His work with the USL is a testament to his skill and mirrors Shumaker's commitment to excellence in sports law and beyond.
Prior to this appointment, McIntosh served as Of Counsel with Shumaker, a law firm with a reputation as a leader in national sports law. He co-founded a consulting firm focused on helping businesses expand internationally and a company dedicated to serving the shipbuilding industry in Canada.
In his new role, McIntosh will continue to serve as Of Counsel with Shumaker. Bennett Speyer, Shumaker Partner and Chair of the Hospitality, Leisure and Sports Business Sector, spoke about McIntosh's legal acumen, saying, "Andrew's appointment to the USL highlights his extensive experience in corporate governance, shareholder disputes, and trade facilitation."
The services provided by Shumaker's Sports Law Team, led by McIntosh, include taxation, employment agreements, intellectual property, Title IX disputes and compliance, workplace investigations, litigation and disputes, real estate, and contract and commercial law matters.
Shumaker, founded in 1925, is a premier provider of legal and legislative solutions. The firm's Sports Law Team, under McIntosh's leadership, provides counsel to a diverse clientele in the sports industry. McIntosh's work earned him the prestigious Governor General's Medallion, a reflection of his dedication and expertise.
McIntosh's tenure with the USL is not his first venture outside of Shumaker. He has consulted with law firms Greenberg Traurig and CAA Sports during his time as Executive Vice President and General Counsel of the United Soccer League.
Andrew L. McIntosh's appointment to the USL is a significant milestone in his career and a testament to his contributions to the sports and legal industries. His extensive experience, combined with Shumaker's strong foundation in sports and business law, promises a promising future for the USL.
