Todd R. Shinaman, Employment Attorney in Victor, New York
focused on Employment and Litigation
Victor, NY
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Todd R. Shinaman is an attorney based in Victor, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
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- Victor, NEW YORK
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- Employment · Litigation
- Handles Employment and Litigation matters from Victor, NEW YORK.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Rochester (NY) (2026).
About Todd R. Shinaman: Todd R. Shinaman is an attorney based in Victor, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Todd takes on
Todd concentrates on employment and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Todd handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment cases in Victor, New York
Todd takes employment matters in Victor, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Todd agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Victor, New York
Todd takes litigation matters in Victor, New York. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Todd agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Todd R. Shinaman — employment lawyer in Victor
Todd R. Shinaman is an attorney based in Victor, NEW YORK. The practice focuses on Employment and Litigation.
Todd Shinaman is counsel in the Labor & Employment practice group. He has over 25 years of experience in counseling and representing employers of all sizes in all aspects of labor and employment law and litigation.
What do you focus on?
I have experience in virtually all aspects of labor and employment law, but I have focused recently on several main areas of practice.
Wage-hour class action litigation
I have led, or participated on, a team of other experienced class action litigators to defend numerous high stakes wage-hour class actions, including obtaining the dismissal of such claims and successfully arguing to uphold dismissals at the Second Circuit Court of Appeals. We have also succeeded in denying or limiting class certifications, significantly reducing potential liability.
Defense of discrimination claims
I have aggressively and successfully defended numerous discrimination cases of all types, including through trial. I have also negotiated many favorable settlements, satisfying the clients’ goal of resolving a matter expeditiously and efficiently. I regularly represent clients before state and federal administrative agencies and courts.
Labor work
I have effectively negotiated union contracts and assisted clients in opposing unionization. I have also won dismissal of many grievances at arbitration.
Counseling
I regularly counsel clients in all areas of employment law to minimize litigation and liability exposure.
Working with Todd on a employment matter
Todd Shinaman is counsel in the Labor & Employment practice group. He has over 25 years of experience in counseling and representing employers of all sizes in all aspects of labor and employment law and litigation. What do you focus on? I have experience in virtually all aspects of labor and employment law, but I have focused recently on several main areas of practice. Wage-hour class action…
Clients Todd works with
Todd reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment and litigation matters in Victor and the surrounding New York area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Cornell University
BS
Jurisdictions
Todd's state bar admissions
New York, New York S
ACTIVE
Todd studied at BS in Cornell University.
Law school and academic background
Todd completed BS in Cornell University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Todd runs in New York is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Todd has received 16 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Rochester (NY)
2026
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Rochester (NY)
2025
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Rochester (NY)
2024
Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Rochester (NY)
2021
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Rochester (NY)
2018
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Rochester (NY)
2013
Best Lawyers in America — Employment Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labor Law - Management
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation - Labor and Employment
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Trade Secrets Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Class Actions
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Defense
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Management
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Rochester (NY) (2026). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Rochester (NY) (2025). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Rochester (NY) (2024). Lawyer of the Year — Labor Law - Management, Rochester (NY) (2021). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Rochester (NY) (2018). Lawyer of the Year — Employment Law - Management, Rochester (NY) (2013).
Locations
Todd R. Shinaman's office in Victor
Todd's primary office is at 211 High Point Drive, Suite 110, Victor, New York, 14564-1061. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
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How to hire Todd R. Shinaman — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Todd usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Todd charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Todd's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Todd will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Victor, New York
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Todd
Todd discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Todd confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Todd's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Todd R. Shinaman
How much does it cost to hire Todd for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Todd walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Todd offer a free consultation?
Todd charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Todd's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Todd's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in New York typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Todd gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Todd take my case if I'm outside Victor?
Todd is licensed in New York. Matters governed by New York law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Todd will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Todd?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Todd will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Todd accepting new employment clients right now?
Todd's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Victor and Albany in New York
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