Best Lawyers Near You in Vancouver, British Columbia for Labour and Employment Law

Lindsie is exceptionally organized and efficient. A believer in practical, straightforward advice, she works to help employers identify problems early, so they can manage their workforces more easily. When a problem does arise, she uses the law to find a durable and effective solution. Lindsie’s labour and employment law practice is a mix of day-to-day interaction with clients on labour, employment and human rights issues, as well as representation of employers in labour arbitrations, l...

Keith has advised clients in the education sector about school, labour and employment law for more than 25 years. He works with school boards, colleges and university educators and administrators to help them with the full range of legal problems they face, including labour and employment, education, human rights claims, privacy issues and dealing with students and parents. In addition to his work in education, Keith’s diverse background has had him advising clients in many sectors incl...

David Edinger is a Co-Managing Partner, a member of the Management Committee, and a Partner in the Commercial Litigation, Construction, Insurance and Workplace Law Groups at Singleton Urquhart Reynolds Vogel LLP. He is also chair of the firm’s Conflict Committee, and a Member of the Management Committee. David specializes in uniquely tailored and effective approaches to dispute prevention and resolution, which includes advising on contract and procurement strategy, crafting creative ris...

Adriana works energetically, assertively and tirelessly to gain the best outcomes for her clients. She focuses on gaining a deep knowledge of her clients’ businesses and objectives, so that she can identify risks early on, offer strategic and cost-efficient advice about managing those risks, solve problems and take preventative steps for the future. With her clients, she is responsive and direct, and also creative, engaging and warm. Adriana provides on-going advice and advocacy to her ...

Nicole practices in all areas of labour and employment law, advising clients on wrongful dismissal, labour relations, human rights and privacy issues. Nicole has represented clients in matters involving labour arbitrations, labour relations boards, employment standards tribunals, human rights tribunals, privacy commissioners, and has appeared before the British Columbia Supreme Court, Court of Appeal and Supreme Court of Canada. Nicole frequently negotiates collective agreements and provides ...

Stephanie acts for a broad range of clients, both provincial and federal, in the public and private sectors. She advocates on behalf of clients and provides strategic advice on all aspects of workplace law, including human rights. Stephanie regularly represents clients at arbitration, before the BC Labour Relations Board and the BC Human Rights Tribunal. Her advocacy brings her before the British Columbia Courts (both levels) and various federal tribunals. She is frequently asked to conduct b...

Tamara (she/her/hers) is a partner at Moore Edgar Lyster LLP, where she practices in all areas of labour, employment, human rights, and administrative law. Tamara has broad experience representing trade unions in arbitrations, mediations, labour board hearings and court proceedings, including judicial reviews. She has represented private and public sector trade unions both federally and provincially. She also represents non-union employees in wrongful dismissal and human rights matters. Tamar...

Michael acts for clients in both the public and private sectors, with expertise in the area of education law. In addition to 11 years as a member of Harris’ Education Group, Michael was General Counsel for the BC Public School Employers Association (BCPSEA) and the Vancouver School Board (VSB). He acted as lead negotiator and spokesperson for BCPSEA in bargaining, including during the illegal withdrawal of services in 2005. At VSB he was responsible for education, real estate, and comme...

Mark practices in all aspects of labour, employment, and human rights law, representing management in various sectors including forestry, education, and municipal government. He offers advice and representation on dismissal and disciplinary matters, seniority issues, job competition grievances, contracting issues, and layoff/recall disputes. He regularly appears before the BC Labour Relations Board and boards of arbitration, and has appeared before the Federal Court and all levels of court in...

Gavin is extremely well known in the labour law community, and was voted by his peers as Labour and Employment Law Lawyer of the Year by Best Lawyers in Canada in 2012. He brings a wealth of experience working with clients in the labour and employment field and has a deep knowledge of the history, origins and key issues in law. Gavin intuitively understands the forces and dynamics of a situation and provides his clients with expert, straightforward advice. Gavin’s practice focuses on la...

Blanco is an associate at Roper Greyell, practicing in all areas of employment and labour law with a focus on human rights issues, civil claims, and labour disputes. They have appeared at all levels of court in British Columbia, before the BC Human Rights Tribunal, the B.C. Labour Relations Board, and many arbitrators. Blanco regularly advises employers on a broad range of workplace issues including contracts, policies, discipline, terminations, and accommodation issues. They work with client...

Katie Comley is an associate at Roper Greyell, where she practices labour, employment, and human rights law. Prior to joining Roper Greyell, Katie was part of the Labour and Employment group at a national firm, and practiced with a boutique workplace law and commercial litigation firm in Vancouver. She was drawn to practice at Roper Greyell because of its team-oriented approach, the opportunity to practice alongside lawyers who are leaders in their field, and the chance to build long-term par...

Shelby is a labour, employment, and human rights lawyer in Fasken’s Vancouver office, providing practical legal advice and solutions to a broad range of employers. Shelby assists employers with various issues, including employment standards, policies and contracts, labour relations matters, dismissals and discipline, and human rights issues.

Margaret McConnell is an associate in the employment and labour group. She assists senior counsel in advising clients on all aspects of employment and labour law, including labour relations, employment standards, contracts and policies, occupational health and safety, termination and wrongful dismissal, human rights, privacy, and other related areas. Margaret has appeared before the British Columbia Supreme Court and has assisted senior counsel before the Federal Court, British Columbia Small...

Leslie Whittaker is a labour, employment and human rights lawyer in Fasken's Vancouver office, advising businesses on a broad range of workplace matters. Leslie advises employers on all aspects of the employment relationship, from hiring to termination and the many legal intricacies in-between. She is skilled at drafting employment agreements and policies, and experienced in assisting employers navigate and resolve workplace issues as they arise. She regularly provides advice on employment st...

Kyle Sandulescu is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Labour and Employment Law. Kyle, who practices law in Vancouver, British Columbia, has been recognized since 2025. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kyle is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.