Best Lawyers in Alberta, Canada for Labour and Employment Law
Iain Walker is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Insurance Law and Labour and Employment Law. Iain, who practices law in Edmonton, Alberta, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Iain is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Tom Richards is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Tom, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Tom is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
The high degree of diligence with which Iain approaches each matter is what sets him apart. He applies attention and care that often exceeds client expectations. Iain’s practice focuses on workplace compliance. He acts on behalf of employers, defending clients from prosecution relating to regulatory offences, class actions concerning working conditions, and in other employment-related matters brought before courts and administrative tribunals. In a field that demands acute attention to ...
Dana Kiefer is an associate in our Labour, Employment and Human Rights Group in Calgary. She approaches matters with common sense and focuses on providing practical advice tailored to each client’s unique business. She provides strategic advice on a wide range of workplace issues, including compliance with employment standards, human rights legislation, collective bargaining agreements, and workplace health and safety. She regularly works with our corporate lawyers to provide advice on ...
Lauren’s practice is firmly rooted in the belief that strong legal representation extends far beyond a deep understanding of the law itself. Her people-centered approach puts her clients’ needs at the forefront of her work, finding solutions that fit the unique challenges of their individual circumstances. She assists both employers and employees to resolve disputes and manage issues related to employment. This includes wrongful and constructive dismissal claims, as well as other ...
Justin Turc is a Partner in our Calgary office. He advises employers on a range of human resources issues, including employment contracts, workplace policies, terminations, disability management, and workplace investigations. Justin also assists employers with disputes, including wrongful dismissal claims.
Allie Laurent is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Allie, who practices law in Calgary, Alberta, has been recognized since 2023. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Allie is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
Aaron’s practice focuses on all areas of labour, employment and human rights law. He advises employers on a variety of labour and employment law matters, including wrongful dismissals, workplace human rights, investigations, employment standards, employment agreements, workplace policies and privacy. He also represents employers in litigation (including judicial reviews and appeals) before a number of adjudicative bodies, including the Alberta Courts, Human Rights Commission, Office of ...
Our Methodology
Recognition by Best Lawyers is based entirely on peer review. Our methodology is designed to capture, as accurately as possible, the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographical area and legal practice area.
The Process
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