About

Provided by McCarthy Tétrault LLP

With the proliferation of federal, provincial and common laws affecting employment issues, you need expert legal advice to avoid costly missteps

McCarthy Tétrault helps you address employment issues before they become problems. We have some of the country’s top legal talents who are at the forefront of new developments in employment practices, policies and laws.

We represent clients in a broad spectrum of economic activity, including manufacturing, technology, energy and utilities, mining, construction, gaming and hospitality, transportation and warehousing, as well as public sector entities including government ministries and agencies, municipalities and universities.

We assemble the right team for your specific needs from our large roster of senior and junior lawyers. And with offices across the country, we combine local know-how with the resources of a leading national firm. Our labour lawyers have a reputation for strategic, timely and practical advice in all areas of labour relations and labour law, at both the provincial and federal levels.

Chambers Review

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Employment & Labour - Ontario

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What the Team is Known For

McCarthy Tétrault is a respected law firm noted for its employment practice in Toronto and nationally. The firm wins recognition for its strength in employment and labour issues relating to transactional work, as well as advising on a range of other matters including employment and labour disputes, collective agreement negotiations and compliance issues. It is particularly notable for its work in the transportation and education sectors. The group advises a variety of public sector clients, including provincial authorities, institutions and Crown corporations, and is highly reputed for its representation of the government of Ontario in major union negotiations.

Work Highlights

  • McCarthy Tétrault advised Fairmont Royal York with labour arbitrations, labour board proceedings and negotiation of collective agreements with UNITE Here Local 75.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Sunil Kapur
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Sunil Kapur
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Eminent Practitioners

Sunil Kapur is McCarthy Tétrault's CEO and a partner in the firm's employment and labour group in Toronto. He is also skilled in advising clients in the education and finance sectors on arbitrations concerning wages and benefits.

Sunil is the best labour lawyer in the country in my opinion.

Tim Lawson
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Tim Lawson
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Band 2

Tim Lawson represents a number of major clients in employment litigation involving industrial relations, in which he has frequently appeared before the Supreme Court. His experience also includes acting on matters before the Ontario Labour Relations Board. Based in Toronto, he is the firm's national head of its employment and labour practice.

Tim is friendly, professional and responsive.

He is very strategic, thoughtful and provides creative solutions.

Tim is one of the top labour and employment lawyers in the province.

Kate McNeill-Keller
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Kate McNeill-Keller
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Band 5

Kate McNeill-Keller is a partner at McCarthy Tétrault's employment and labour group in Toronto. She often assists with workplace dismissals, occupational health and safety, labour relations matters and workplace investigations, including litigious matters.

We leverage Kate to provide us with high level strategic advice.

I can't speak well enough to her practicality.

Kate McNeill-Keller's combination of legal expertise, strategic insight and communication skills makes her a truly exceptional lawyer.

Kate is very thoughtful and meticulous.

Trevor Lawson
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Trevor Lawson
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Band 5

Trevor Lawson is an experienced lawyer in the field of labour relations who is esteemed for his involvement in arbitrations and the employment aspects of transactions. He often acts on behalf of clients concerning collective bargaining and employment-related legislation. He is based in McCarthy Tétrault's Toronto office.

Trevor is so knowledgeable, everyone was thrilled with his service. He's a trusted adviser in the field.

Trevor has an excellent knowledge base and is easy to work with.

Grace McDonell
Grace McDonell
Associates to watch

Grace McDonald is an associate who acts for employer-side clients on a broad spectrum of labour and employment matters, including notable expertise in litigation and arbitration proceedings.

Grace is a great professional. Her guidance is really valuable to us.

Grace is supportive and very knowledgeable.

Marco Fimiani
Marco Fimiani
Associates to watch

Marco Fimiani is an associate in McCarthy Tétrault's Toronto office and often assists with the firm's key matters relating to employment disputes, including labour arbitrations, wrongful dismissals, human rights and occupational health and safety.

Marco shows great talent.

He's very thorough, asks the right questions and his service is impeccable.

Marco is a pleasure to deal with.

Ranked Lawyers at
McCarthy Tétrault LLP

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Ontario

Employment & Labour

Sunil Kapur
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Sunil Kapur
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Eminent Practitioners
Tim Lawson
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Tim Lawson
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Band 2
Kate McNeill-Keller
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Kate McNeill-Keller
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Band 5
Trevor Lawson
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Trevor Lawson
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Band 5
Grace McDonell
Grace McDonell
Associates to watch
Marco Fimiani
Marco Fimiani
Associates to watch