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Michael H. Korbin

Michael H. Korbin

Canada 2026

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About

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Canada

Practice Areas

Labour & Employment Law

Human Rights

Career

Called to the British Columbia Bar, 1995

Professional Memberships

Member of the Law Society of British Columbia

Member of the Canadian Bar Association

Publications

Benchmark Canada Litigation Star (2025-2026)

Lexpert Leading Lawyers in Canada (2026)

The Best Lawyers in Canada (2026)

Chambers Canada Ranked Lawyer (2026)

Martindale-Hubbell Ranking (BV)

Personal

Michael practises labour and employment law. He represents employers in all aspects of labour and employment law disputes, including arbitrations, labour board hearings, human rights matters, workers compensation matters, employment standards matters, and wrongful dismissal actions. Michael has acted as counsel for employers in several industries and sectors, including post-secondary institutions; newspapers; supermarkets; transportation companies; printing companies; beverage companies; telecommunications companies; biotech companies; occupational health and safety employers; real estate agencies; and retail and service sector employers.

Michael knows more about hockey than anyone else in the firm, especially Jeff Kay.

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Chambers Canada Guide

Employment & Labour - British Columbia

Band 3
Band 3

Individual Editorial
Michael Korbin is based in Vancouver and operates a robust contentious employment practice. He acts for clients based provincially and federally on a range of issues, from human rights discrimination claims to both unionised and non-unionised grievance arbitrations.

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  • Michael provides the highest level of expertise with deep understanding of the business. He's also extremely sharp and personable.

    Employment & LabourChambers Canada Guide

Ranked Individuals at Farris LLP (8)

British Columbia

Nationwide - Canada

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