Andrew L. McIntosh

Of Counsel

Working with clients in a broad range of industries, both nationally and internationally, Andrew is a business and transactions lawyer with significant experience advising individuals and business entities, many of which are identified with renewable energies, green builds, and sustainable business initiatives. As a member of the firm's international practice group, Andrew provides representation to clients involved in cross-border and global business and draws on his experience and relationships developed as a member of both the Ontario Bar and the Florida Bar.

Andrew is the co-founder of Cross Border Partners Advisory Services, which provides project management and consulting services to businesses seeking to expand through exports or direct investment. From 2005 to 2012, Andrew served as Honorary Consul of Canada for Florida, pursuant to the Government of Canada’s “Enhanced Representation Initiative.” He continues to provide services to facilitate trade and investment activities through the Canadian Consulate General at Miami and founded the Canada-Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce. In recognition of his efforts, Andrew was awarded the Governor General’s Visit Medallion.

Clients also regularly look to Andrew for advice regarding corporate governance matters and shareholder disputes, including:

Business organizations, mergers and acquisitions, and joint ventures
Private securities
Franchising and distribution
Debt financing

Outside the office, Andrew enjoys spending time with his family, engaging in community service, and fly fishing whenever the opportunity presents.

Education

J.D., Florida State University Law Review, Florida State University College of Law, 1990

LL.B., Queen’s Law Journal Queen’s Senate, Queen’s University at Kingston Ontario, Canada, 1987

B.A., WLU Board of Governors, Wilfrid Laurier University at Waterloo Ontario, Canada, 1984

Professional Associations

The Florida Bar
Law Society of Upper Canada (Ontario Bar)
City of Tampa, Cultural Assets Committee Member and Vice Chairman
City of Tampa, EB-5 Visa Task Force Member
Federal Bureau of Investigation Citizen’s Academy, Class of 2008
Lions Eye Institute for Transplant and Research, Board of Directors
Sustany Foundation, Board of Directors
Tampa Bay Chamber: Board of Directors, 2010-2013; Co-Chair International Business Committee; Leadership Tampa, Class of 2011
Brookings Institute Metropolitan Export Exchange, Tampa Bay Exchange Steering Committee Member
Tampa Bay Economic Development Corporation, Chairman, International Trade and Foreign Direct Investment Task Force
USF Monsour Executive Wellness Center, Medical Advisory Board