<p>We are looking for a skilled Labour & Employment Lawyer to join our clients team in Markham, Ontario. In this role, you will provide expert legal advice and representation across diverse labour and employment law matters. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to advocate for clients, conduct workplace investigations, and deliver practical solutions tailored to their needs.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Offer comprehensive legal advice and representation on a variety of labour and employment law matters.</p><p>• Advocate for clients before courts, tribunals, and other legal forums to ensure their interests are effectively represented.</p><p>• Conduct thorough workplace investigations and deliver detailed reports with actionable findings.</p><p>• Develop and implement training sessions on workplace policies and employment law compliance.</p><p>• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their business challenges and provide tailored legal solutions.</p><p>• Assess risks, analyze legal exposures, and recommend sustainable courses of action.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong client relationships through proactive communication and trust-building.</p><p>• Stay updated on changes in labour and employment law to provide informed advice.</p><p>• Draft, review, and negotiate employment contracts and other workplace agreements.</p><p>• Assist clients in resolving disputes through mediation and other alternative dispute resolution methods.</p>

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in labour and employment law.<br>• Proven expertise in litigation and advocacy within employment-related legal matters.<br>• Strong ability to conduct third-party workplace investigations and deliver high-quality reports.<br>• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a client-focused approach.<br>• Demonstrated ability to assess risks and recommend practical, sustainable solutions.<br>• Experience delivering training sessions on workplace policies and compliance is preferred.<br>• Licensed to practice law in Ontario and in good standing with the regulatory body.<br>• Ability to work independently while effectively collaborating with a team.

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