Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2027 
Riley Palmer is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Labour and Employment Law.
Riley, who practices law in Toronto, Ontario, has been recognized since 2027. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Riley is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.
He is a relentless advocate, committed to securing exceptional outcomes for the clients and unions he serves. His practice is devoted exclusively to labour law, where he works alongside Unions to advance their workplace objectives and protect the rights of workers across Canada.
A highly skilled litigator, he represents unions at both the provincial and federal levels, appearing weekly in arbitration hearings and before the Ontario Labour Relations Board, the Canadian Industrial Relations Board, the Canadian Human Rights Commission, and the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal. His litigation experience is matched by his strategic advisory work during collective bargaining, where he provides clear, practical guidance grounded in deep expertise and a steadfast commitment to fairness.
Beyond advocacy, he is passionate about strengthening the labour movement through education. He has traveled nationwide delivering training seminars for Union Stewards, Executive Board members, and Business Agents/Presidents—earning consistently outstanding feedback for his engaging, practical, and empowering approach.
