Employment and Labour Law
Workplace disputes don’t have to derail your business. With the right legal support, they can become opportunities for growth and improvement.
Workplace disputes are inevitable in today’s complex employment landscape but addressing them proactively and effectively can protect both your business and its people. At MacDonald Associates, we take the time to understand our clients’ unique circumstances and goals, crafting legal strategies that align with their identity and culture. Whether through negotiation, mediation or litigation, we provide the expertise and strategic counsel required to resolve disputes effectively while minimizing disruptions in your personal and professional life.
We offer comprehensive support to both employers and employees in a broad range of employment and labour disputes, including:
Wrongful Dismissal Claims
Advocating for fair compensation and defending against allegations, from initial response to litigation.
Confidentiality Breaches
Addressing and responding to allegations of misappropriation of company information, including coordination of forensic investigations.
Investigations and Compliance
Investigating, advising on and defending against allegations of non-compliance with employment standards, privacy, accessibility, occupational health and safety and human rights legislation.
Restrictive Covenants
Assessing, enforcing or contesting non-competition or non-solicitation obligations.
Executive Terminations
Managing high-profile and sensitive dismissals with precision and care.
Fraud and Misconduct
Investigating, addressing, responding to and litigating allegations of fraud, harassment and other forms of workplace misconduct.
Union and Labour Relations
Appearing before arbitrators, tribunals, boards and the courts in relation to grievance arbitrations, applications for injunctive relief, applications for judicial review, unfair labour practices complaints and other union-related conflicts.
We have a proven track record of achieving favourable outcomes in court, including through injunctions, judgments, and settlements. Browse some of our leading cases and reported decisions to see the impact of our work in action.
Proactive Workplace Solutions
In addition to resolving disputes, we provide proactive guidance to employers to help address potential issues before they escalate, including:
Contract Formation and Review
Drafting and negotiating enforceable employment, independent contractor and professional services agreements that set the foundation for successful working relationships.
Workplace Policies and Compliance
Assisting in drafting and implementing workplace policies that align with employment standards, occupational health and safety, privacy, accessibility and human rights laws.
Disability Accommodation
Ensuring compliance with obligations under human rights legislation and developing strategies to support employees with disabilities while balancing operational needs.
Lay-Offs and Terminations
Advising on legal obligations during restructuring, lay-offs and dismissals, including managing severance packages and minimizing the risk of wrongful dismissal claims.
Compensation and Benefits
Assisting in the design, implementation and administration of competitive compensation and benefit plans to attract and retain top talent.
Performance Management
Guiding employers through effective performance management practices, including addressing underperformance and workplace conduct issues.
Employee Leaves
Providing guidance on parental, medical and other statutory or company-provided leaves, including managing return-to-work processes.
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With decades of experience representing individuals and organizations of all sizes, MacDonald Associates understands the priorities of employers and employees alike. Contact us today to learn more about how we support your employment law needs.