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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

Employment & Labour

Canada Guide 2027 : Alberta

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Gowling WLG (Canada) LLP

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Employment & Labour - Alberta

Band 4

What the Team is Known For

The Calgary office of Gowling WLG is home to a dynamic employment and labour practice, which advises clients ranging from startups and SMEs to large international corporations operating in sectors such as oil and gas, transportation and technology. The firm is capable of advising on the employment law aspects of corporate restructurings, including employee terminations. In addition, team members represent employers in internal investigations and employment law disputes.

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Strengths

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  • Gowling is quick and thorough in its responses. The team clearly has great depth of knowledge and also the ability to explain complex concepts in a manner that is easy to understand.

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  • Gowling distinguishes itself through its deep subject matter expertise across a broad spectrum of employment law. They are practical, business-oriented and align the legal strategy with client objectives. The lawyers are not only technically strong but also solutions-focused and deliver actionable advice that helps clients manage risk.

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  • Gowling has timely responsiveness and is able to understand the business and risk tolerance and apply accordingly.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Maxwell Brunette
    Maxwell Brunette

    Maxwell Brunette

    Maxwell Brunette assists employers with internal investigations and litigation concerning allegations of wrongful dismissal and human rights claims. He is the practice group leader of the employment and labour law department in Gowling WLG's Calgary and Vancouver offices.

    • Max brings a high degree of sophistication to even the most complex employment matters, ensuring that advice is both technically and strategically sound. Equally important, he demonstrates strong commercial awareness, consistently grounding his guidance in a practical understanding of business realities and client objectives.

      Employment & Labour respondentCanada

    • Max is pragmatic in his approach and has the ability to balance risk and give practical advice to the situation at hand. He is incredibly responsive and able to address all employee relations situations in a clear and concise way.

      Employment & Labour respondentCanada

    • Max is fantastic.

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