Chris Justice

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

Senior Associate

Practice Areas

Employment Law

Location

Ottawa, Toronto

Experience

Chris Justice is an Ontario employment lawyer and Senior Associate with Samfiru Tumarkin LLP’s Labour and Employment Law practice group. Working through the firm’s Toronto and Ottawa offices, he represents employees and employers in all aspects of employment and labour law.

Chris strives to develop effective, tailored, and practical solutions for his clients. His practice includes:

Chris has worked for a number of top-rated employment firms in Toronto. At these firms, he was able to further hone his experience and skill set as a fierce advocator for employees.

During this time, Chris gained extensive experience in both the pre-litigation and litigation stages of employment matters and has appeared before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice regularly.  Chris has attended numerous mediations and pre-trials and has provided legal advice to clients on a wide range of employment-related issues. Read reviews for Chris.

Chris has demonstrated a keen interest in advising the general public as to current employment law issues through his appearances on media outlets such as Global News and Newstalk 1010. He has also written various blogs, ranging in topics such as constructive dismissals, terminations for just cause, and severance within the construction industry.

In his spare time, Chris enjoys rock climbing, playing and watching soccer, and spending time with his family and friends.

Radio Hosting

The Employment Law Show on Radio

Chris helps host the Employment Law Show on radio. Heard at various times on 640 Toronto, Newstalk 580 CFRA in Ottawa, 980 CKNW in Vancouver, 770 CHQR in Calgary, 630 CHED in Edmonton, 900 CHML in Hamilton, and 980 CFPL in London, the unique radio program has fielded thousands of calls from listeners since the first episode aired in 2013.

Listen to episodes of the Employment Law Show

Education

Christopher received a J.D. from the University of Western Ontario and an Honours Bachelor of Arts in Criminology and Law & Society from York University.

While attending Western University, Christopher volunteered as a legal advisor at the University’s Pro Bono Clinic, advocating on behalf of clients in areas ranging from landlord tenant disputes to criminal charges. It was also while studying at Western where Christopher developed his passion for oral advocacy and litigation through his participation in several moot competitions, including the Gale and Arnup Cups.

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COVID April 1st, 2020

Can I refuse to work due to COVID-19?

By Alex C. Lucifero

Employment Lawyer Alex Lucifero discusses an employee's right to walk off the job or refuse to work due to COVID-19, on CTV…

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COVID July 6th, 2020

Are reasons for termination changing due to COVID-19?

By Lior Samfiru

The termination of a mother in California for failure to keep her children quiet during work calls has ignited questions about workplace…

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Can an employer force an employee to take a COVID-19 vaccine? Learn about workplace rights in Ontario during the COVID-19 pandemic, COVID-19 vaccine, vaccine, force to take vaccine
COVID October 19th, 2020

Can my employer force me to take a COVID-19 vaccine in Ontario?

By Brock Ouellet

Can an employer force an employee to take a COVID-19 vaccine? Learn about workplace rights in Ontario during the COVID-19 pandemic.

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