Lumi Pungea

M.A., J.D.

Partner

Practice Areas

Disability Insurance Law, Employment Law

Location

Ottawa, Toronto

Experience

Lumi Pungea is an employment lawyer and Partner with Samfiru Tumarkin LLP’s Labour & Employment Law and Disability Law practice groups. Working through the firm’s Toronto and Ottawa offices, Lumi represents clients across Ontario.

She provides legal advice and represents individuals, businesses, and non-profit organizations in a wide range of labour and employment issues, including:

Lumi can be counted on to provide sound, strategic and timely advice. She represents her clients strongly, while following a pragmatic approach to resolving claims in the most cost-efficient manner. Read reviews about Lumi.

Prior to joining the firm, Lumi worked as a supervisor at Western Law’s Community Legal Services. Lumi is the recipient of the Morris Kroll Memorial Award 2011 for her engagement in the administration of law in the community.

Articles & Blogs

2022

  • Can you get paid if a contract ends early? Employment lawyer’s guide to fixed-term contracts – Global News

2016

Education

Lumi received her J.D. from the University of Western Ontario. She completed Master’s degrees in Political Science and in Communication from the University of Bucharest and the Ohio State University.

Languages Spoken

Lumi is fluent in:

  • English
  • French
  • Romanian

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Employment Law Show - TV March 16th, 2019

Severance Pay | Employment Law Show TV – S3 E20

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EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT SEVERANCE PAY, being let go because you did not hit sales targets, and more on Season…

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Blog

Employment Law August 12th, 2016

Common Misconceptions About Severance Pay

By Lior Samfiru

This article helps clear-up some of the most common misunderstandings that terminated employees have about their entitlements and severance pay.

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See What Lumi's Clients Are Saying

I was wrongfully dismissed from a job of 20 years. After finding Samfiru Tumarkin employment lawyers I had a consultation within a week and had every question answered. Lumi was amazing. She was prompt honest and reliable. I would recommend her to anyone who is in a similar situation as myself.
Deanna Hackney
  • 5 / 5
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Lumi Pungea was very knowledgeable and guided me through every step of the way of my wrongful dismissal and long-term disability matter. She was a true professional and a great communicator. Lumi was efficient, courteous, and above all, treated me with respect. I highly recommend Samfiru Tumarkin to anyone who may require legal representation.
Vivian C.
  • 5 / 5
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Lumi Pungea and her assistant were very supportive of me through a stressful time. She is very knowledgeable and straight. Different options were explored during the first meeting. My case was resolved in a timely manner. I would recommend Lumi Pungea to represent the case of wrongful dismissal.
Kamaljit Bahra
  • 5 / 5
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I recently contacted Lumi Pungea at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP for assistance with my severance package. She presented my options in a clear, concise manner and provided me with detailed feedback on her conversations with my previous employer. It was the most pleasant experience I have ever had with any lawyer. I would definitely recommend her.
Karen
  • 5 / 5
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Samfiru Tumarkin LLP is an amazing Employment Law Firm. I am extremely satisfied with the service I've received from Lumi Pungea. She was responsive and was able to resolve my workplace problem with clear and effective advice. She truly cares about her clients.
Joyline Kowal
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