Wrongful Dismissal Lawyer Vancouver

Fired from your job in Vancouver? Before accepting a severance offer, speak with an experienced wrongful dismissal lawyer. Your employer may owe you significantly more than the amount they’ve offered.

The wrongful dismissal lawyers at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP help non-unionized employees in Vancouver recover the severance and compensation they’re owed. Your full package could reach up to 24 months’ pay.

We review your termination, determine what your severance should be and deal directly with your employer to pursue your full compensation.

⚠️ Don’t Sign Yet: Your employer’s severance offer isn’t necessarily everything you’re owed. A short signing deadline doesn’t automatically end your legal rights. Have your package checked first.

➡️ Get a Consultation or call 604-283-3123.

When Should You Call a Wrongful Dismissal Lawyer in Vancouver?

Speak with a lawyer before signing a severance agreement or release. Getting advice early can prevent you from accepting less than you’re owed.

We help Vancouver employees who have:

Been fired without cause or laid off
Received a severance package that seems too low
Been told they must sign an offer immediately
Been fired for cause and offered no severance
Experienced a major pay cut, demotion or reduction in hours
Been dismissed after a medical leave or accommodation request
Been pressured to resign

You don’t need to know whether your dismissal was wrongful before contacting us. We can assess your situation and explain your options.

How Our Vancouver Wrongful Dismissal Lawyers Help

Our employment lawyers handle the legal process so you don’t have to negotiate with your former employer alone.

1. Review Your Termination and Severance Offer

We examine your termination letter, employment contract, severance package and the circumstances surrounding your dismissal.

Your employment contract can affect how much severance you’re owed. Our Vancouver employment contract lawyers can assess whether the terms of your agreement are legally enforceable.

2. Calculate Your Full Compensation

We assess your legal entitlement, including salary, bonuses, commissions, benefits and other compensation you could be owed.

3. Challenge Improper Dismissals

We challenge inadequate severance offers, questionable termination clauses and improper allegations of just cause.

4. Deal Directly With Your Employer

We negotiate on your behalf to pursue a proper settlement. Many matters resolve without a trial. When necessary, we’re prepared to take legal action.

How Much Severance Can You Get for Wrongful Dismissal in Vancouver?

Your severance could reach up to 24 months’ pay. There’s no automatic one-week-per-year or one-month-per-year formula.

Your full entitlement is affected by your:

Age
Length of employment
Position and responsibilities
Compensation and benefits
Ability to find comparable work
Employment contract

BC’s Employment Standards Act sets minimum termination entitlements, but many non-unionized employees are owed much more under common law.

Don’t assume the minimum amount is your full severance package.

Use our Severance Pay Calculator for an estimate, or read our Wrongful Dismissal BC guide for a fuller explanation of your rights.

Already received a severance package? Our Vancouver severance pay lawyers can review your offer, explain what your full compensation should be and help you pursue the difference.

Fired for Cause in Vancouver? You Could Still Be Owed Severance

Employers often incorrectly claim just cause to avoid paying severance.

Poor performance, mistakes, disagreements or minor misconduct don’t automatically justify dismissal without compensation.

Our Vancouver wrongful dismissal lawyers assess the employer’s allegations, your employment record and whether the dismissal meets the legal standard for just cause.

Don’t accept that you’re owed nothing simply because your employer says you were fired for cause.

Forced Out by a Pay Cut, Demotion or Major Job Change?

You can be entitled to severance even if your employer hasn’t officially fired you.

A significant pay reduction, demotion, change in duties, reduction in hours or unauthorized temporary layoff can amount to constructive dismissal.

Our lawyers help employees determine whether major unwanted changes give them the right to treat their employment as terminated and pursue compensation.

⚠️ Don’t Resign Before Getting Advice. Quitting or accepting major changes without objecting can affect your severance rights.

For more information, see Constructive Dismissal in BC.

What Happens When You Contact Our Vancouver Employment Lawyers?

We make the process straightforward.

Tell us what happened. Share the details of your dismissal, job and severance offer.
Review your options. We assess your rights, explain your potential compensation and discuss how to proceed.
Let us handle your employer. If we take on your case, our lawyers pursue the compensation you’re owed through negotiation or legal action.

Helpful documents include your employment contract, termination letter, severance offer and recent pay information.

Don’t delay contacting us because you’re missing a document.

Why Choose Samfiru Tumarkin LLP for Wrongful Dismissal in Vancouver?

Our Vancouver employment lawyers focus on protecting employees’ workplace rights and recovering the compensation they’re owed.

Experienced employment law team: We regularly handle wrongful dismissal, severance disputes, employment contracts and constructive dismissal.
Thousands of employees helped: Our Vancouver team has extensive experience helping employees facing workplace disputes and termination.
Strong client feedback: Hundreds of five-star Google reviews reflect the experiences of clients who have turned to our Vancouver team.
Direct employer negotiations: We handle communications and negotiations so you can focus on moving forward.
Flexible fee arrangements: Different fee options are available, including contingency arrangements for appropriate cases.

Visit Our Downtown Vancouver Office

Samfiru Tumarkin LLP
580 Hornby Street, Suite 520
Vancouver, BC V6C 3B6

Phone: 604-283-3123

We help non-unionized employees throughout Vancouver and the surrounding Lower Mainland.

For other workplace issues, explore our BC Employment Lawyers page.

Wrongful Dismissal Lawyer Vancouver: Frequently Asked Questions

When Should I Contact a Wrongful Dismissal Lawyer?

As soon as you’ve been fired or offered severance, ideally before signing anything. Early advice helps you understand your compensation and avoid giving up important rights.

Is It Worth Hiring a Lawyer if I’ve Already Been Offered Severance?

Yes. Your employer’s offer may be significantly lower than your full legal entitlement. A lawyer can identify the difference and help you pursue additional compensation.

How Much Does a Wrongful Dismissal Lawyer Cost in Vancouver?

Legal fees depend on your case and the work required. Samfiru Tumarkin LLP offers different fee arrangements, including contingency options in appropriate matters. We’ll explain your options before you decide how to proceed.

Do Wrongful Dismissal Cases Go to Court?

Many cases are resolved through negotiation without a trial. If an employer refuses to provide proper compensation, court proceedings can be necessary.

How Long Do I Have to Make a Wrongful Dismissal Claim?

Most civil wrongful dismissal claims in BC are subject to a two-year limitation period from discovery. Other employment-related claims can have shorter deadlines. Contact a lawyer promptly.

Can I Hire a Vancouver Wrongful Dismissal Lawyer if I Was Fired for Cause?

Yes. An employer’s allegation of just cause doesn’t automatically eliminate your right to severance. Our lawyers can review the allegations and determine whether you have a claim.

Get Help From a Vancouver Wrongful Dismissal Lawyer

If you’ve been fired, laid off, offered too little severance or pressured to leave your job, Samfiru Tumarkin LLP can help you understand your rights and pursue your full compensation.

We review your situation, explain your options and deal directly with your employer when we take on your case.

Before you sign, always check first.