ONTARIO EMPLOYMENT LAWYERS
We are Ontario employment lawyers representing employees and employers in wrongful dismissal, severance package negotiations, constructive dismissal, harassment, long term disability denials, and more.
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employment lawyers who tilt the scales.
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Employment Services
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Wrongful Dismissal Litigation
Vanguard Law fights employers who fire staff without just cause or fair notice – or make work intolerable through toxic conditions, sudden demotions, or cuts to pay and duties. We draft powerful demand letters, file detailed Statements of Claim in the Superior Court of Justice, and pursue common-law notice, ESA breaches, benefit and bonus claims, and moral damages. We also act where speaking up led to punishment, including OHSA and Human Rights reprisals, whistleblower retaliation, and subtle forms of workplace retaliation. Our approach is clear: assertive negotiation first, and strategic litigation when employers refuse to make it right.
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Severance Package Review
Before you sign anything, let Vanguard Law’s severance pay lawyers dissect every clause and hidden condition in your package. We calculate full common-law termination entitlements, unused vacation pay, benefits continuance, outstanding commissions, stock awards, and bonus payouts – often exposing how far short employer offers really fall. Whether your goal is a fast settlement or strategic tax planning, our employment-law team leverages precedent-setting decisions to pressure HR and corporate counsel until you receive every dollar the law allows.
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Long Term Disability Denial
Before you give up on your benefits or force yourself back to work against medical advice, let Vanguard Law’s disability lawyers dissect your denial letter and policy fine print. We challenge “paper reviews,” cherry-picked medical notes, and “not disabled enough” arguments by coordinating detailed medical and occupational evidence. Our team negotiates from a litigation-ready position, using case law to push for lump-sum settlements and bad-faith damages - so you recover the income protection you paid for.
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“Andre always looks out for his clients and is knowledgeable in employment law. He is approachable and very understanding of employee situations. With this understanding, he will find you the best solution.”
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“I had the opportunity to work with Andre and was impressed by his professionalism, integrity, and attention to detail. Beyond his knowledge of the law, Andre is approachable, reliable, and genuinely committed to helping people. I trust him completely and would recommend him without hesitation.”
FAQs
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Our fees depend on the type of case. Most matters start on an hourly basis, which means you pay upfront and we bill as we work. We send clear statements so you can always see what you are being charged for.
For some cases, we may offer a no-win, no-fee contingency agreement. That means you pay nothing upfront. If we recover money for you, our fee is one-third of the amount recovered. If there is no recovery, you do not pay us for our time.
If you are not sure where to start, you can call our office to schedule a free 15-minute case screening with our intake team. If you are ready to speak directly with a lawyer, you can also book a paid consultation online through the link on our website. In some cases, the consultation fee may be credited toward future legal fees.
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Our lawyers have handled countless files for wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, executive compensation packages, severance pay, workplace harassment, and long term disability denial claims. Because we work on these problems daily, we spot risks fast and build strong strategies that get results.
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Every employment-law case is different, so there isn’t one exact timeline. If we can settle your wrongful dismissal or severance dispute through talks, most clients see results in about 4–6 months. If we need to start a lawsuit in an Ontario court, the process can take 12–18 months or longer, depending on court dates and how the other side responds. Once we review the facts, your Ontario employment lawyer will give you a clear, step-by-step timeline and keep you updated in writing at every stage.
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From your first email or phone call, your details are kept strictly confidential. We store all files in secure, encrypted systems, and only the lawyers and staff working on your case can open them. We will never contact anyone about your case. In short, when you hire our employment-law firm, your conversations, documents, and strategy stay between you and your lawyer.
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Serious employment problems often come with big life changes. If you win or settle a significant case, that money may be one of the largest assets you ever receive and it deserves a proper plan. That’s why we also make the “after” work simple and predictable. Through province-wide virtual meetings, Vanguard delivers lawyer-drafted Wills and Powers of Attorney tailored to your family and assets, with clear signing instructions you can follow at home.
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We proudly serve every corner of Ontario, so no matter where you work, help is only a call or video chat away. We regularly represent clients in the Greater Toronto Area – including Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, Vaughan, Markham, Richmond Hill, Oakville and Burlington – as well as Hamilton, London, Kitchener-Waterloo, Cambridge, Guelph and the entire Niagara Region from St. Catharines to Niagara Falls. Clients in Ottawa, Kingston, Cornwall, Belleville and the rest of Eastern Ontario rely on us too, and we are just as active across Central and Northern Ontario in cities like Barrie, Orillia, Sudbury, North Bay, Thunder Bay, Sault Ste. Marie and Timmins. Whether you live in Windsor, Sarnia, Chatham, Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Newmarket, Aurora, Collingwood, Owen Sound – or any other Ontario community – we are ready to stand up for your rights and empower them.
