Department profile
Stikeman Elliott LLP

Employment & Labour

Canada Guide 2027 : Alberta


Stikeman Elliott LLP

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Employment & Labour - Alberta

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Stikeman Elliott is a major national firm with a well-respected labour and employment team in Calgary. It frequently acts for both provincial and federal clients on transactional employment issues, including the employment aspects of high-profile M&A. The team is also active in contentious matters including class actions and grievance arbitrations. Stikeman Elliott's client list for employment and labour matters features major employers from the energy, chemical, and oil and gas sectors. Its lawyers also represent clients in the separation of senior executives.

Work Highlights

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  • Stikeman Elliott acted for Teck Resources on its merger of equals with Anglo American, including navigating legal issues related to the transfer of unionised and non-unionised employees.

Strengths

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  • The firm is well versed in market knowledge. The team combines deep technical expertise with practical, business-focused advice which enables the navigation of sophisticated issues with precision and efficiency.

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  • Stikeman Elliott has the team and experience to cover all aspects of the industry.

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  • The team has a very thorough understanding of our business and provides sound commercial advice.

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  • The lawyers are extremely knowledgeable and provide very practical advice.

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  • The Stikeman Elliott team is extremely consistent and dedicated to its clients. They have a deep understanding of our business and culture and can assess any of our business matters.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Gary T Clarke KC
    Band 1Gary T Clarke KC

    Gary T Clarke KC

    Gary Clarke KC is highly regarded for his broad employment law practice, which encompasses contentious matters, including class actions concerning wages, as well as non-contentious mandates such as the employment aspects of corporate transactions. He is highly experienced in executive terminations and disputes relating to breaches of confidentiality. Clarke is the head of the employment and labour group in Western Canada.

    • Gary is fantastic and we love working with him! He is very responsive, knows our business and provides clear advice.

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    • He is an exceptional lawyer and a great communicator.

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    • Gary is an excellent service provider.

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  • Band 2Kristopher Noonan
    Band 2Kristopher Noonan

    Kristopher Noonan

    Kristopher Noonan often advises clients on the employment law aspects of corporate transactions. In addition, he assists with executive terminations and grievance arbitrations.

    • Kris is very smart, responsive and enjoyable to work with.

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    • Kristopher is all about practicality and efficient advice.

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  • Band 5Jennifer Koschinsky
    Band 5Jennifer Koschinsky

    Jennifer Koschinsky

    Jennifer Koschinsky's broad employment and labour practice includes terminations, dismissal claims and human rights issues.

    • Jennifer is very responsive, concise and clear.

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