Jennifer Corbett

B.A. (Hons.), J.D.

Senior Associate

Practice Areas

Employment Law

Location

Ottawa, Toronto

Experience

Jennifer is an Ontario employment lawyer and Senior Associate with Samfiru Tumarkin’s Labour and Employment practice group, working through the firm’s Toronto and Ottawa offices. She has a diverse practice, providing legal advice and representation to both employees and employers with respect to all aspects of employment law matters, including:

Jennifer is dedicated to resolving complex employment disputes for her clients in a timely and cost-effective manner, recognizing that successful resolutions of workplace disputes often involve creative and practical solutions, such as strong and effective negotiations. Jennifer’s clients appreciate her pragmatic and relatable approach in navigating them through the litigation process, as well as her determination in advocating for their rights. Read reviews about Jennifer.

Prior to joining Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Jennifer articled and spent over two years in practice as a commercial litigator at a full-service downtown Toronto firm. There she developed a broad litigation background, representing a wide range of clients in a variety of commercial and employment disputes.

Jennifer is an experienced advocate, and has successfully appeared numerous times before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice. She has also appeared before the Social Benefits Tribunal, and has arbitration and trial experience.

When not practicing law, Jennifer enjoys travelling, cottaging and cheering on the New England Patriots.

Education

Jennifer obtained her Juris Doctor degree from the University of Ottawa, graduating cum laude.

Prior to attending law school, Jennifer completed her Bachelor of Arts, Honours, in Psychology and Criminology from the University of Western Ontario. She received Western University’s gold medal academic awards for graduating at the top of her class in both her majors.

Memberships & Affiliations

  • Member of the Canadian Bar Association
  • Member of the Ontario Bar Association

More from Jennifer Corbett

Discover more about your employment rights with additional resources from Jennifer.

Blog

Employment Law December 23rd, 2016

Recording conversations at work (Canada): What you need to know

By Jennifer Corbett

Non-unionized employees in Canada can record their own conversations at work without informing others.

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The Employment Law Show

employment law show, rights overlooked by employees
Employment Law Show - TV April 11th, 2019

Rights Overlooked by Employees | Employment Law Show TV – S3 E23

By Lior Samfiru

5 EMPLOYMENT RIGHTS OVERLOOKED BY EMPLOYEES, being given a deadline to sign a severance offer, and more on Season 3 Episode 23…

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See What Jennifer's Clients Are Saying

Jennifer Corbett and her team were outstanding from the first phone conference I had until the end of my situation. She was very professional and ethical in my dealings with her and made my experience less stressful then it could've been. Thank you, Jennifer, your team and Samfiru Tumarkin LLP for your guidance and help.
Stephen Kitchen
  • 5 / 5
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My husband and I are so gratified for the professional advice and services given to us by Jennifer Corbett. She provided an excellent service and we appreciate the work she has done to resolve my husband's employment concerns which resulted in a positive outcome in a quick manner without resorting to a formal litigation.
Faith W.
  • 5 / 5
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I was terminated from one of the larger manufacturing companies due to ‘transformation'. Jennifer was extremely professional and explained all my options as they pertained to the offered severance package. Jennifer's knowledge was obvious, and there was no doubt that my best interests both emotionally and financially were of the utmost concern.
Bob Warren
  • 5 / 5
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After my job was eliminated, I contacted this company and Jennifer Corbett became my "go-to" person. My experience was great. She was very professional, courteous, knowledgeable and provided sound advice which I followed. I am happy with the results. Much appreciated!
Patricia Lau-Ramjattan
  • 5 / 5
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I recently retained Jennifer Corbett to review my severance package. She immediately identified it as inadequate and went to work to settle the manner very quickly and efficiently. In the end, she was able to get me a very fair settlement, significantly larger than my original offer from the company. I would 100% recommend her for any employment law issue that may arise.
Richard Noonan
  • 5 / 5
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