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Miller Thomson LLP

Employment & Labour

Canada Guide 2027 : Alberta


Miller Thomson LLP

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Employment & Labour - Alberta

Band 4

Band 4


What the Team is Known For

Miller Thomson's labour and employment group shows valuable experience across the practice area, including employment advice relating to commercial transactions, workplace investigations and occupational health and safety considerations. The team acts for an enviable roster of clients, including those in the construction, IT, and oil and gas industries. The firm has offices in Edmonton and Calgary.

Work Highlights

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  • Miller Thomson represented SFP Streamline Fire Protection in a labour arbitration regarding alleged failure of the employer to abide by obligations under letters of understanding regarding fabrication, hiring practices and use of non-union labour on hospital and other projects.

Strengths

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  • Miller Thomson has deep legal knowledge in the employment and labour space, and is great at being thorough and thinking ahead.

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  • Miller Thomson knows the ins and outs of our business and is able to provide excellent legal service while keeping our business drivers in mind.

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  • The lawyers are reliable, knowledgeable and clear in their communication.

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  • The Miller Thomson team is very practical and on top of the details.

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  • The team interprets the law and applies it to our business objectives in a clear manner.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 3Jill Wilkie
    Band 3Jill Wilkie

    Jill Wilkie

    Jill Wilkie is based in Calgary. She is accomplished in a variety of labour matters ranging from wrongful dismissal claims to grievance arbitrations.

    • Jill is a pleasure to work with. She is very knowledgeable and responsive to our needs.

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    • Jill is an outstanding litigator who gives business-minded advice and world-class client service. She is an excellent relationship manager.

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    • She always provides high-quality services on a timely basis.

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  • Band 4John Batzel
    Band 4John Batzel

    John Batzel

    John Batzel is based in the Calgary office of Miller Thomson. He is particularly well known for providing advice on collective agreements and compensation agreements. He also acts in employment litigation, including wrongful dismissal claims.

    • John's extensive experience and knowledge shows in every matter he supports us with.

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    • John has excellent communication skills.

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  • Band 5Teri Treiber
    Band 5Teri Treiber

    Teri Treiber

    Teri Treiber is a skilled labour and employment lawyer based in Miller Thomson's Calgary office. She advises employers on a diverse range of issues, including workplace investigations, wrongful dismissal claims and defending employment-related litigation.

    • Teri is an excellent lawyer with impeccable client service and response timing.

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    • Teri is exceptionally knowledgeable and responsive.
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    • It's always a pleasure to work with Teri. She provides clear direction.

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    • Teri is a true pleasure to work with, professional and practical. She makes completing the necessary work simple and straightforward.

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