Proven Legal Results for Non-Unionized Employees Since 2007
Facing a termination, harassment, or a medical leave dispute? Get the justice you deserve with Canada’s most-reviewed employment law firm.
Protecting Alberta Employees. Delivering Results.
We don’t just know employment law; we define it. When employers in Alberta try to dictate your future, you need a firm with the resources, experience, and reputation to push back.
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Clients Represented
Tens of Millions
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Free Alberta Employment Tools
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Find out how much severance pay you are actually owed under common law in Alberta. It takes less than two minutes.
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Answer a few quick questions to find out if your workplace rights have been violated regarding pay cuts, harassment, or constructive dismissal.
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Explore the Alberta Employment Law Library
Understanding your rights is the first step toward protecting them. We have organized the complex landscape of Alberta employment law into dedicated guides.
Termination & Severance Pay
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If you have been let go, the “standard” offer is rarely the legal maximum. Explore your rights regarding ending the employment relationship.
Medical Rights, Leaves & Human Rights 🔍 ▾
Alberta’s 2026 updates provide enhanced protection for illness and injury. Ensure your employer is respecting your right to health and family leave.
Wages, Hours & Workplace Policies
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Whether it is unpaid overtime, recording conversations, or being “papered” with a PIP, know your daily workplace boundaries.
The Samfiru Tumarkin Advantage
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A Proven Track Record
We have recovered tens of millions of dollars for thousands of employees in Calgary, Edmonton, and across rural Alberta.
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Canada’s Most-Reviewed Firm
With over 3,000 5-star Google reviews, our reputation for client advocacy is unrivaled in the Canadian legal landscape.
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Recognized Among Canada’s Best
Named one of Canada’s Best Employment Law Firms by The Globe and Mail in 2024 and 2025, and a recurring finalist for the Canadian HR Awards.
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Efficient & Strategic Resolution
Our unique approach focuses on securing full entitlements through negotiation, deliberately designed to avoid the unnecessary length and cost of litigation. See our latest wins and news➔.
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National Power, Local Alberta Expertise
Your case is led by our dedicated Alberta team and backed by the collective brain trust of 48 specialized lawyers across Canada.
Professional Evaluation & Tailored Fees
Get a clear assessment of your legal standing. We offer results-based contingency for qualified disability and employment law claims, and specialized consultations for matters requiring a formal legal opinion and roadmap. Our fees are always tailored to the nature of your case.
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Expert Insights for Alberta Employees
Knowledge is your best defense. Our media library provides real-time answers to the most pressing workplace questions facing Albertans today.
Proven Success for Alberta Employees
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Most cases never reach a courtroom. While we maintain a fierce courtroom presence, over 99% of our cases are settled through negotiation. Our reputation for winning at trial is the lever we use to secure your settlement quickly.
AB Court of King’s Bench Win
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$163,909 Awarded: O’Driscoll v. Suncor Energy Inc.
Partner Lluc Cerda successfully proved a biased investigation by Suncor Energy. The court ordered the company to pay $163,909.35 in wrongful dismissal damages.
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AB Court of Justice Win
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Hiebert v. Zimco Instrumentation: $58,445 Secured
A produce specialist was fired for cause without clear warnings. We secured a $58,445.20 judgment in the Alberta Court of Justice.
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Negotiated Settlement
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Hotel Manager Settlement: Full Entitlements
By identifying an unenforceable termination clause, we negotiated a full legal severance package for a General Manager fired without cause.
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Meet Your Alberta Legal Team
Expert legal representation for non-unionized employees in Calgary, Edmonton, and across the province.
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The Alberta Employment Law Newsroom
Stay informed on the latest layoff news, severance trends, and provincial legal updates. Our legal team regularly analyzes breaking workplace news across Calgary, Edmonton, and the province.
Serving Communities Across Alberta
While our primary offices are in Calgary and Edmonton, our legal team represents non-unionized employees in every corner of the province.
What Our Alberta Clients Are Saying
With over 300 5-star reviews in Alberta, our results speak for themselves.
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After losing my job unexpectedly, I contacted Samfiru Tumarkin to speak with an employment lawyer about my severance package. They explained my rights clearly and helped me secure a much better severance outcome than what my employer originally offered. I’m extremely grateful for their support during a stressful time.
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When I was suddenly let go, I honestly felt like the ground had disappeared under my feet. A colleague told me to speak with Samfiru Tumarkin LLP before signing anything. That advice completely changed my situation. The team fought for me, and helped me secure a severance package that gave me real breathing room to move forward. I can’t thank them enough.
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If you’re dealing with a termination or severance issue, I highly recommend this firm. Their employment lawyers were knowledgeable, responsive, and clearly experienced in Alberta employment law. They helped me resolve my case efficiently and recover compensation I didn’t realize I was entitled to.
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After my employer tried to push a severance offer on me with a tight deadline, I spoke with this firm. My employment lawyer immediately spotted problems with the offer and made it clear I deserved more. The difference in the final severance package was huge. Dealing with termination? Call them before signing anything. Seriously.
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Losing a job is stressful, but the team at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP made the process much easier. Their employment law team took the time to answer all my questions and explained every step of the severance negotiation. I always felt informed and supported, and the final result exceeded my expectations.
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Don’t let your employer dictate your future.
Whether you’ve been fired, placed on a temporary layoff, or had your job duties changed without your consent—you have rights. Put Alberta’s most-reviewed legal team in your corner today.
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