Thompson Dorfman Sweatman LLP provides services in connection with all aspects of labour relations and employment law matters.
We represent clients in proceedings before the Manitoba Labour Board, the Canada Industrial Relations Board and boards of arbitration under collective agreements. Our lawyers negotiate and draft collective agreements, acting as spokespersons at the bargaining table and advising clients on the interpretation of such agreements. We advise clients on legislation affecting employment relationships, such as employment standards, human rights and workers compensation, policing and military employment law, and act for clients in connection with preparation of employment contracts and employee manuals. We provide advice with respect to termination of employment relationships and appear in court in wrongful dismissal actions. The firm provides specialized knowledge in dealing with issues of human rights, sexual harassment, workers compensation, policing and military employment law, disability and absenteeism management, pensions, workplace health and safety and pay equity.
- Employment Policies
- Labour Board Proceedings
- Collective Bargaining
- Labour Arbitrations
- Employment Contracts and Employee Handbooks
- Wrongful Dismissal Litigation
Multi-jurisdictional workforces have unique needs. AEC has assembled a national team of experienced local lawyers offering streamlined service through a single point of contact. We work collaboratively, leveraging collective knowledge and experience to provide location-specific advice, while maintaining a big picture focus on what matters most — supporting your business objectives.
No matter where you do business, AEC’s nation-wide network of top-ranked legal professionals provide practical and proactive legal advice on any challenge facing your workplace.
Labour & Employment Law Lawyers
Melissa Beaumont
Lawyer
Adrian Frost
Lawyer
Maria Grande
Lawyer
Miranda Grayson
Lawyer
Jennifer (Jen) Hanson
Lawyer
Bailey Harris
Lawyer
Keira Hasenack
Lawyer
Scott J. Hoeppner
Lawyer
Kristin Kersey
Lawyer
Erin Lawlor Forsyth
Lawyer
Alex Leaver
Lawyer
Eli E. Milner
Lawyer
Laura Minuk
Lawyer
Robert Olson
Lawyer
Shoshanna Paul
Lawyer
Meghan Ross
Lawyer
Megan Smith
Lawyer
Chimwemwe (Chim) Undi
Lawyer
Lindsay Warelis
Lawyer
Andrew Warkentin
Lawyer
Terra Welsh
Lawyer
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