HR Law

We know how hard it is to navigate the complex and ever-changing world of HR law. We keep on top of the law so you don’t have to.

How we help

Wrongful dismissal & workplace litigation

Sometimes you have to fight. Not just to resolve your current battle but to prevent future ones as well. We help you achieve your desired outcome when litigation becomes necessary.

Our litigation experience includes:

  • wrongful dismissal litigation
  • lawsuits regarding breach of fiduciary duties and breaches of non-solicitation, non-competition and non-disclosure agreements
  • human rights complaints
  • judicial review applications
  • summary judgment motions

We assist with:

  • diversity and inclusion initiatives
  • human rights policies
  • duty to accommodate including disability, religious needs and family status
  • managing substance abuse in the workplace
  • harassment investigations
  • respect in the workplace training
  • one-on-one sensitivity training

Human rights & accommodation

Balancing human rights in the workplace is about the law, your operational needs, and the diverse and sometimes competing needs of your employees. We get that. And we help you balance that to achieve the optimal result.

Employment law advice & strategy

As the saying goes, “a good offence is the best defence”. We work with you to minimize the risk of legal liability through proactive measures and due diligence strategies. That way you can focus on the needs of your organization without the distraction of legal disputes.

Here’s how we can help you minimize your risk of liability:

  • preparing legally sound employment agreements
  • Employment Standards Act compliance reviews
  • advising on issues such as terminations, pregnancy and parental leaves and hours of work
  • reviewing and drafting user-friendly employment policies

We act as your external HR support team and can assist you with:

  • HR planning including restructuring plans
  • managing remote workers during the COVID-19 pandemic
  • developing employee policies
  • recruitment, hiring and employee orientation
  • performance management, absenteeism, discipline, layoffs and termination strategies
  • return-to-work planning
  • change management initiatives
  • executive coaching

Human resources consulting services

Whether you need a little bit of help or a lot, we’ve got you covered. Sometimes you’re doing something new. Other times you just need a fresh perspective. Whatever your HR needs, we’re here to support you.