Employment Law
Employment Law for Employers
Sound counsel before problems arise. Unwavering advocacy when they do.
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Managing people is one of the most legally complex aspects of running a business. Ontario’s employment law framework imposes real obligations on employers, and the cost of getting it wrong, whether through a wrongful dismissal claim, a human rights application, or a regulatory penalty, can be significant and disruptive.
We work with businesses to stay ahead of those risks. The best time to get legal advice is before a claim lands on your desk, not after. We help you build the right foundation, sound contracts, clear policies, defensible termination procedures, so that when difficult situations arise, you are in the strongest possible position.
When disputes do arise, we assess your real exposure, advise on the most effective path forward, and resolve matters efficiently, through negotiation, mediation, or litigation when necessary. Employment disputes are distracting and expensive. Our job is to minimize both.
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How We Support Employers
Workplace Investigations
A complaint in your workplace, harassment, discrimination, or misconduct, demands a swift, legally defensible response. We conduct independent workplace investigations, deliver clear findings and recommendations, and help you manage the legal risk before it escalates.
Being Sued or Threatened With a Claim
A demand letter or human rights application is not the time to wait and see. We assess your exposure, give you a straight answer on your options, and represent you through the process. Early intervention almost always leads to better outcomes, and lower costs.
Restructuring and Organizational Changes
Layoffs, restructurings, and role changes all carry legal obligations that are easy to get wrong. We advise on proper process, required notice periods, and documentation, reducing your exposure to wrongful dismissal and constructive dismissal claims before they arise.
Employee Terminations
Every termination carries risk. We advise on the right amount of notice or severance, draft termination letters, prepare separation agreements, and guide you through the process in a way that protects your business and treats employees fairly. Done right, terminations rarely become litigation.
Contract and Policy Reviews
Your employment contracts, offer letters, and workplace policies are your first line of legal defence. We draft and review these documents to make sure they actually protect you, with enforceable termination clauses, properly scoped non-solicitation agreements, and confidentiality provisions that hold up when challenged.