Edmonton Employment Lawyers
Employment Lawyer Edmonton
Get What
You’re Owed.
Lost your job? Facing problems at work?
Our Edmonton employment lawyers help non-union employees with severance, wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, harassment, discrimination and employment contracts.
Tell Us What Happened
How Our Edmonton Employment Lawyers Can Help
Choose your situation. We’ll help you take the next step.
Severance pay
Fired or offered a package? We review your employment agreement, termination letter, pay and benefits, then negotiate with your employer to pursue the severance you’re owed.
Wrongful dismissal
Fired without enough notice or severance? We review your termination and fight for the compensation you’re owed.
Constructive dismissal
Pay cut, demotion or major job changes? We assess what changed and whether you can pursue severance. Get advice before accepting the changes or quitting.
Workplace harassment
Bullying or a toxic workplace? We review what happened and how your employer responded, then explain your options for addressing the problem and protecting your position.
Layoffs
Put on a temporary layoff? We review your employment contract, layoff notice and recall terms to assess whether you can challenge the layoff or pursue severance.
Employment contracts
Starting a job or asked to sign new terms? We review your pay, termination clauses and other key conditions, explain the risks and recommend changes before you sign.
More ways our Edmonton employment lawyers can help
What Happens When You Contact Us
Tell us what happened.
Call or complete the form to explain your workplace issue and the help you need.
Arrange your consultation.
Our team explains the consultation options and any fee before you book.
Speak with a lawyer.
Get advice on your options and decide whether to move forward with our help.
Before you sign,
always check first.
Before you accept, understand the full offer. We review your employment agreement, termination letter, salary, bonuses, benefits and release. We explain what you may be giving up and negotiate with your employer to pursue the compensation you’re owed.
What could your severance be?
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Recognized among the best.
Alberta Employment Law
Case Results.
Court wins and negotiated settlements for employees in Alberta.
$163,000+
Severance awarded to an Alberta shift supervisor fired for cause.
$58,000+
Awarded to an oil and gas product specialist fired without severance.
$54,000
Negotiated for an assistant manager facing a demotion, pay cut and relocation.
$31,000+
Awarded to a site supervisor after a demotion and pay cut following medical leave.
~99% of disputes are resolved through our expert negotiation. When legal action is necessary, we’re ready.
Real Clients. Real Results.
3,000+
Google reviewsAcross our firm
“I ended up with double my initial severance package offered by the previous employer which helps out a lot. This firm is worth getting in contact with!”
Client of Karen Tereposky
“I had the pleasure of working with Karen Tereposky who was attentive, compassionate and succeeded in obtaining a settlement. They were professional and kept me up to speed every step of the way.”
Client of Karen Tereposky
“I’m incredibly grateful for the expertise of Anna. Her guidance made a complex and emotionally challenging situation more manageable. Her expertise was key in protecting my rights. Highly recommended!”
Client of Anna Xu
Senior role.
Higher stakes.
Bonus. Equity. Benefits. Your next move. Get advice that accounts for your whole package.
Meet Your Edmonton
Employment Lawyers
Our Alberta employment law team serves non-union employees in Edmonton, backed by our wider employment law practice. The team includes Jarret Janis, our Managing Partner in Calgary, as well as Karen Tereposky, Anna Xu and Hunter Evans. We review your documents, explain your options and negotiate with your employer to pursue the compensation or workplace resolution you need.
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Edmonton Employment Lawyer FAQs
What can an Edmonton employment lawyer help me with?
We help non-union employees with severance, dismissal, employment contracts, harassment, discrimination and major changes at work. You can contact us while you are still employed.
Is the consultation free?
Some, but not all, severance package reviews, wrongful dismissal and termination without cause matters qualify for a free consultation. Contract reviews and other workplace disputes may involve a paid consultation. We explain any fee before you book. See our fee options.
Can you negotiate my severance?
Yes. We review your offer, identify what’s missing and negotiate with your employer. Before you accept, have us check it. Learn about severance pay in Alberta.
Should I call before quitting or signing?
Yes. Contact us before signing a release, accepting major changes to your job or resigning over a workplace problem.
Do I have to go to court?
Not necessarily. Nearly all disputes can be resolved through negotiation. We pursue a practical resolution and prepare to take your case further when needed.
Can you help if I belong to a union?
Our employment team represents non-union employees. For a unionized workplace dispute, contact your union. For a separate denied disability insurance claim, our disability team may be able to help.
What if my employer says I was fired for cause?
Do not assume that means you are owed nothing. Have us review the allegation and your termination documents before accepting your employer’s position.
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Serving Edmonton. Here to help.
Helping non-union employees across Edmonton, including downtown, Garneau and Strathcona, as well as St. Albert, Sherwood Park, Spruce Grove, Leduc and Beaumont.
Whether you work in an office, in the trades or in a management role, our Edmonton employment lawyers can review your situation and explain your next step.
Part of our Alberta employment law practice.
Edmonton service area.