Sandy Chen

B.B.A., J.D.

Senior Associate

Practice Areas

Disability Insurance Law, Employment Law

Location

Vancouver

Experience

Sandy Chen is a Vancouver employment lawyer and disability lawyer, and a Senior Associate with Samfiru Tumarkin LLP’s Labour and Employment Law and Disability Law practice groups. He provides proficient representation to clients across B.C. Read reviews about Sandy.

His areas of legal expertise include:

Prior to joining Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Sandy summered and articled at a boutique litigation firm where he specialized in human rights and employment law.

In his spare time, he enjoys staying active, playing golf, and shooting hoops.

Interviews & Media

2023

  • Employee Must Repay Employer for Time Theft – 980 CKNW
  • Time Theft and Tracking Employees – 640 Toronto

2021

Articles & Blogs

2023

2022

2021

2020

2019

Notable Cases

Ikilikyan v. The Artisan Bake Shoppe Ltd.

Mr. Ikilikyan had worked as a labourer for a local bakery for approximately 12 years. During his employment.

In April 2018, the bakery terminated Mr. Ikilikyan’s employment and mounted a multitude of allegations of misconduct against him. The Court ultimately found that Mr. Ikilikyan was wrongfully dismissed and awarded him 12 months’ pay in lieu of notice. Read more about this trial decision here.

Education

Sandy completed his law degree at Queen’s University. Prior to law school, Sandy obtained his Bachelor of Business Administration from Wilfrid Laurier University and graduated with distinction.

In law school, Sandy worked as a teaching assistant and was the recipient of Queen’s Law Prizes for academic excellence in Constitutional Law and Legal Skills. Sandy was actively involved in:

  • Intramural sports
  • Cabaret for a Cure
  • Competitive mooting

In his second year, Sandy received the award for Best Factum (Appellant) at the Bowman National Tax Moot. During his final year, Sandy studied abroad for a semester at the University of Hong Kong and traveled throughout Asia.

Helpful Resources

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Blog

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COVID April 27th, 2020

Temporary Layoff in B.C. During COVID-19

By Sandy Chen

Laid off or put on a temporary layoff in BC? Associate Sandy Chen explains your rights in a layoff, severance pay, and…

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The Employment Law Show

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Employment Law Show - TV March 16th, 2019

Severance Pay | Employment Law Show TV – S3 E20

By Lior Samfiru

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 Sandy's Clients Are Saying

Had a very positive interaction with Sandy Chen. Thanks to his advice, I had the confidence to ask for what I felt was right without fear of retaliation. In the end, I got what I wanted and am very happy now. Thank you!!
Mike S.
  • 5 / 5
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You want the best...they are the people! Reliable, quick to respond, easy to deal with and will give you all the best options and advise. Thank you for the great service and going above what was needed to help me.
Allan Hay
  • 5 / 5
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This was the first time I’ve dealt with a lawyer, and the experience was excellent. I’m fairly new in my career and needed advice. They dealt with everything in a timely manner and with empathy. They took the time to fully understand the situation and provide meaningful guidance. Definitely, recommend this team!
Krista Swynar
  • 5 / 5
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