Best Lawyers in Ontario, Canada for Labour and Employment Law

Kyle joined Soloway Wright as a litigation lawyer in 2015 after previously completing his articles with the firm. Kyle is a member of the Employment, Labour & Public Law , and Commercial Litigation practice groups. Kyle has appeared before all levels of court in Ontario, including the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Ontario Divisional Court, the Superior Court of Justice and the Small Claims Court, as well as in the Federal Court. Kyle has also represented clients before several administrati...

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

Daniel Rosenbluth is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law, Corporate and Commercial Litigation and Labour and Employment Law. Daniel, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Daniel is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Biography Jennifer Bernardo is a partner in the Employment & Compensation Law Practice Group in Baker McKenzie's Toronto office. As a litigator, Jennifer represents clients in labour, employment, and corporate/commercial law matters before a variety of administrative tribunals, labour arbitrators, and all levels of court in Ontario. Jennifer has been recognized as a "Rising Star" by Legal 500 and "Ones to Watch" by Best Lawyers in Canada. Jennifer is a frequent contributor to Baker McKenz...

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

Shefali Rajaputra is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Shefali, who practices law in Kitchener, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Shefali is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Lucas is a partner of the firm, practicing out of the Hamilton office. Lucas represents employers in all areas of labour and employment law, with a particular emphasis on labour relations, privacy law compliance and employment litigation. With a practical and client-driven approach, Lucas appears regularly before courts, arbitration boards, the Ontario Labour Relations Board and various administrative tribunals. Lucas also regularly represents clients in collective bargaining negotiations and...

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

Glynnis Hawe is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Administrative and Public Law, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Health Care Law and Labour and Employment Law. Glynnis, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2022. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Glynnis is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Ajanthana Anandarajah is a member of Baker McKenzie’s Employment & Compensation Law Practice Group in Toronto. She joined Baker McKenzie in 2019, after completing her summer and articling term with the Ministry of the Attorney General, Ministry of Labour. Ajanthana advises employers in a wide range of labour and employment law matters, providing practical legal and business advice to both domestic and international private and public sector clients. Ajanthana has appeared before adm...

Evan Daikov is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Evan, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2024. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Evan is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Mabel practices Canadian immigration law, with a focus on corporate and family immigration matters. She is a trusted advisor to employers and multinational companies, providing strategic planning advice related to relocation strategies and the cross-border movement of personnel, to meet both short-term and long-term client needs. Mabel also assists clients in understanding their obligations with immigration programs and provides support in relation to employer compliance reviews, audits and i...

Gillian maintains a broad labour, employment, and human rights practice. She regularly advises provincial and federal sector employers on matters related to employment standards, employment related litigation, grievance arbitration, labour relations and human rights. Gillian has represented clients in different matters of labour and employment adjudication, including employment standards complaints, labour arbitrations, employment litigation, and human rights applications.

Mae Jane Nam is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law. Mae Jane, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Mae Jane is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Rachel practices labour, employment, and human rights law. She provides advice and representation to employers on a wide range of workplace issues. Rachel has represented provincially and federally regulated employers on wrongful dismissal, accommodation and disability, discrimination, and harassment matters. Rachel has appeared before the Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court, and Court of Appeal in Ontario. Rachel also provides proactive advice to employers on all areas touching the w...

Tyler represents unions, professional associations, civil society organizations, and employees across all sectors. He works primarily in the areas of Labour Law, Health Law, Charter /Constitutional Law, Human Rights, and Professional Regulation/Discipline. Owing to the broad nature of his practice, Tyler provides oral and written advocacy in a variety of forums including private arbitration, labour boards, human rights tribunals, and the courts. He has appeared before every level of court in ...