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Put the Power Back in Your Hands with the Right Waterloo Employment Lawyers
Choosing the right employment and labour law firm for yourself is an important decision. In some cases, your livelihood does depend on it. At Whitten & Lublin, we commit to treat your case with the dedication, compassion, and attention you deserve. Our goal is to give the residents of Waterloo guidance, advice, and confidence in any legal workplace situation.
200+ yrs
Combined Experience
32,000
Consultations
13,500+
Cases
Whitten & Lublin Employment Lawyers in Waterloo handle all types of workplace legal issues
At Whitten & Lublin, we believe that the guidance of an experienced employment lawyer is key to helping employees deal with employment law matters confidently. Our team is committed to safeguarding your rights, advocating for your interests, and guiding you through every step with clarity and care. We provide advice and legal representation for the following employment law matters:
- wrongful dismissal
- constructive dismissal
- severance pay and severance package reviews
- human rights violations, workplace harassment, and sexual harassment
- workplace discrimination and bullying
- employment contracts
- shareholder and partnership disputes
- workplace investigation
- disability insurance claims
- class action lawsuits
- commercial litigation
You deserve a team that is fully committed to protecting your employment rights. Whether you’ve been wrongfully dismissed, are questioning your employer’s workplace policies, or are navigating disputes involving reasonable notice, our legal team is here to provide you with clear, actionable advice and solutions for a wide variety of employment issues.
Our employment law services are geared towards giving you all the knowledge and support you need to make informed decisions. Our extensive experience in representing Waterloo employees allows us to take on complex cases with confidence. We have handled thousands of workplace disputes in and out of the courtroom and have a long-standing reputation for helping our clients in Waterloo achieve desirable outcomes.
Our skills, experience, and reputation are widely recognized by both clients and peers, making us one of the GTA’s most recommended labour and employment law firms. We’ve successfully handled disputes involving employment contracts, constructive dismissal, and workplace harassment, always prioritizing the best outcomes for our clients.
With Whitten & Lublin in your corner, you are not just getting support from leading lawyers, you are being empowered to take control of your employment outcome.
If you work in Waterloo, your rights as an employee are protected by Ontario’s Employment Standards Act (ESA), the Human Rights Code, and, in some cases, the common law. The ESA sets minimum standards, things like wages, hours of work, vacation, and statutory termination entitlements. But those are only the floor, not the ceiling. In many cases, you may be entitled to significantly more under common law, particularly when it comes to severance pay. You also have the right to a workplace free from discrimination, harassment, and reprisal. These rights are enforceable, and employers who violate them can be held accountable. If you suspect something is wrong, whether it’s a questionable dismissal, a toxic workplace, or anything else, talking to an employment lawyer is how you level the playing field.
As soon as your employment situation shifts, voluntarily or not, it’s time to speak with a lawyer. This includes being fired, laid off, demoted, offered a contract, or placed on performance review. Once a severance release is signed, or a deadline passes, some rights may be lost for good. Early advice not only protects your options, it gives you time to respond strategically. A consultation before you act can mean the difference between being stuck with a bad outcome and securing the compensation you rightfully deserve.
In many cases, yes. Unless your employment contract clearly gives your employer the right to impose temporary layoffs, doing so could amount to constructive dismissal under Ontario law. That means you may be legally entitled to treat the layoff as a termination and seek full severance. Temporary layoffs have become more common, but that doesn’t make them automatically lawful. If you’ve been placed on leave without pay or a return date, don’t wait it out blindly. The law is nuanced, and your next step matters. We help Waterloo employees assess whether the layoff was legally valid, and how best to respond for maximum protection.
Your employment
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In need of legal advice? We are committed to treating your case with the care, dedication, and compassion that you deserve. Contact us to learn how we can help you understand and resolve your workplace legal matter.
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