Employment is a central feature of many people’s lives. Not only is employment vital to most people for supporting themselves; they also tend to derive significant meaning from their work. Employees are often in a power imbalance as between themselves and their employers, but a good employment lawyer can leverage the rights of employees to be dealt with fairly by their employers. I have extensive experience representing employees throughout the western provinces and Ontario, and can advise or represent employees who:
- Have been terminated and believe the termination was not justified;
- Need a legal opinion on whether the severance they are being offered is fair;
- Feel their employer is deliberately mistreating them or withholding things in the hope they will quit (i.e. constructive dismissal);
- Believe they are experiencing discrimination on the basis of one or more characteristics protected by provincial human rights legislation; or
- Need advice about whether an employer’s new policy or requirement is lawful.
I have been privileged to represent many Canadians who unjustly lost their jobs as a result of workplace COVID vaccine mandates, and have successfully settled many cases, such as this one involving a hospital worker, while others are headed for trial.
I am also available to advise and represent employers seeking a lawyer who shares their values. If you are an employer focused on operating a profitable business and resisting present social trends that you know are detrimental to your legitimate business objectives, I invite you to reach out to me for assistance with your workplace issues.
Testimonial
“I was on the hunt for legal help for months. I was eventually referred to James, whom I had heard of in the past. He was confident that my case was good, and he re-instilled the confidence that drained away with years of waiting and months of searching for a lawyer who valued my case against my potential employer. All other lawyers seemed to be avoiding my case, but James was the only lawyer confident to help despite the controversial and sensitive nature of my position. His character and convictions are admirable and his dedication to protecting freedom is what makes him a strong lawyer. The legal process went perfectly thanks to James.
I fully recommend James Kitchen as legal representation. He isn’t afraid to take cases that go against the grain in the name of freedom and justice.”
– Erika Jansen