Dr. Shay Beigi

Dr. Shay Beigi

FOUNDER | BARRISTER & SOLICITOR

JURISDICTION

Ontario, 2022

LANGUAGE(S)

English, Persian

OFFICES

Richmond Hill

CONTACT

Business

+1 416 509 5757

Email

shay@beigilaw.com

Dr. Shay Shaghayegh Beigi is the founder of Beigi Law. She is a distinguished lawyer and academic specializing in immigration, refugee law, and dispute resolution. Holding a JD and a Research Doctorate/PhD, her acclaimed doctoral research critically examines and seeks to reform the legal frameworks governing displaced individuals. Dr. Beigi integrates her rigorous academic scholarship with a wealth of practical legal experience to offer strategic, client-centric solutions. Known for her analytical acumen and innovative approach, she delivers high-impact legal representation, ensuring that each client receives meticulous, tailored advocacy.

Dr. Beigi is a zealous advocate and an accomplished negotiator and mediator. She is dedicated to achieving favorable outcomes that prioritize her clients’ best interests while fostering mutually agreeable solutions. She excels at identifying common ground, facilitating open dialogue, and crafting innovative strategies to meet the needs of all parties involved. Her strategic thinking, combined with a calm and focused demeanor, allows her to navigate complex and high-stakes legal matters with professionalism and precision.

Dr. Beigi represented her school as a finalist in the 2017 INADR International Law School Mediation Tournament in Glasgow, Scotland, showcasing her exceptional mediation and negotiation skills. She is frequently sought after for her expert legal commentary and opinions.

A passionate public speaker, Dr. Beigi is dedicated to teaching and empowering others, whether through providing direct legal assistance or equipping individuals with the skills to advocate for themselves.

In her practice, Dr. Beigi has successfully represented clients before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and the Federal Court of Canada, achieving notable decisions that reflect her commitment to excellence in advocacy.

Proudly serving as a Legal Aid lawyer, she is currently accepting certificates in Family Law matters, reaffirming her dedication to ensuring access to justice for her clients.

Immigration Law

Refugee Law 

Civil Litigation

Family Law

Personal Injury

Real Estate and Dispute Resolution

EDUCATION

Professional Doctorate/PhD

Queen's University Belfast
2019

Juris Doctor

Queen's University Belfast
2019

B.A. (Honours)

University of Waterloo
2015

MEMBERSHIPS & AFFILIATIONS

Toronto Lawyer’s Association
Canadian Bar Association
Ontario Bar Association

  1. Beigi SS, Queen’s University of Belfast. Ex Gratia to Ex Lege: A Normative Framework Facilitating Refuge beyond the Borders of Canada. dissertation. 2019.
  2. Killean, R., Stannard, J., McNaull, G., Beigi, S., Born, A., Johnston, S., O’Malley, G., & Watters, J. (2016). Review of the Need for Stalking Legislation in Northern Ireland. Queen’s University Belfast. http://www.niassembly.gov.uk/assembly-business/committees/justice/inquiries–reviews/review-of-the-need-for-stalking-legislation-in-northern-ireland/written-submissions/