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At YYC Employment Law Group, we take a fresh approach to employment law. We put you in touch with our Calgary-based employment lawyers directly. Beyond providing you with experienced, proven and trusted legal advice, we guarantee responsiveness and timely communication. If you don’t hear from us within a reasonable period of time (generally two business days or less) — whether it be in response to a question, request for information or otherwise — you’re entitled to a credit against the cost of your fees. That’s our promise to you. Accountability.
We’re all about connecting with our clients and the community we serve. Even better, we speak your language.
Contact Employment Lawyers Calgary today to find out more about our innovative, forward-thinking and client-focused model and how our team of dedicated employment lawyers will partner with you to resolve your employment issue.
We’re confident you’ll see the difference.
Our model provides you with efficiency, value, peace of mind and certainty by offering reasonable flat-rate fees. You know what to expect from the second we start work on your file.
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Our goal is to facilitate timely access to well-trained and experienced employment lawyers at an affordable price point. It’s all about you, the employee.
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We exclusively practice workplace law and only represent employees
We are passionate about our work which translates into strong employee advocacy and representation.
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Our employment lawyers have worked with some of Canada’s largest national law firms, global companies and well-respected regional law firms, and have attended Canadian law schools where we excelled academically. We know employment law and previously acted for employers; we are intimately aware of how the other side works which fosters efficiency and effectiveness.
Calgary Employment Law Redefined
We are life-long Calgarians and community-based lawyers knowledgeable of the local labour market and regional dynamics. We’ve grown-up in Calgary and worked here, just like you, before becoming employment lawyers. We’ll navigate Calgary’s complex legal landscape for you. All client intakes and consultations will be completed via Zoom.
Not a fan of commuting downtown to meet your lawyer in-person?
No problem – by having our meetings via Zoom, we can meet you anywhere! No traffic congestion, directions, parking hassles or fuel costs required – that’s on us.
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No worries, we’ve got you covered - we reserve one Saturday per month for weekend appointments and one day per week for extended evening hours. We’re here for you when you need us, whenever that may be.
What We'll Do for You:
Wrongful Dismissals
Severance Reviews
Termination Clause Reviews
Reasonable Notice Assessments
Just Cause Terminations
Constructive Dismissals
Human Rights
Harassment, Bullying and Discrimination
Employment Agreements & Contracts
Change of Control Protection (“Golden Parachutes”)
Non-Competition & Non-Solicitation Advice
Non-Disclosure, Confidentiality & Non-Disparagement Advice
Occupational Health & Safety
Short & Long-Term Disability Entitlements
Employment Standards
Independent & Dependent Contractors
Fixed-Term Contracts
Unionized Employees
Duty of Fair Representation Complaints
Grievance Appeals
Workplace Investigations & Disciplinary Proceedings
Equity-Based Awards
PSU’s, RSU’s & Stock Options
Share Appreciation Rights (“SARs”)
Performance Bonuses & Incentive Pay
Maternity & Parental Leave
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