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North York Employment Lawyers Steps from Sheppard‑Yonge. Wrongful Dismissal & Workplace Rights.
Our North York employment lawyers at 2 Sheppard Avenue East advise workers in North York, Willowdale, Thornhill, Richmond Hill, and Vaughan on wrongful dismissal, severance, constructive dismissal, and workplace rights. Steps from Sheppard-Yonge subway. Free initial consultation.
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2 Sheppard Ave East, North York | Sheppard-Yonge Subway | Wrongful Dismissal · Severance · Workplace Rights | Free Consultations
North York Employment Lawyers, key facts
SheppardYonge
Our North York office is directly above Sheppard-Yonge subway, accessible from North York, Thornhill, Richmond Hill, and Vaughan
Sameday available
Same-day consultations for dismissed North York workers on the day of termination
10+languages
We serve North York's diverse workforce in Farsi, Russian, Hebrew, Korean, Mandarin, Tamil, and more
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Free initial consultation for all North York employment law clients
Employment Lawyer North York
Employment Law in North York, Protecting the Rights of a Diverse Workforce
North York is home to one of the most diverse and highly educated workforces in Canada. The Sheppard-Yonge corridor is a major employment hub, drawing workers from across York Region and employing tens of thousands in financial services, technology, healthcare, retail, and professional services. When those workers are terminated, our North York employment lawyers at 2 Sheppard Avenue East are here to advise them.
The most common pattern we see from North York clients: a worker is terminated, handed a package, and asked to sign a release the same day. They do not know that the ESA minimums they were offered are the legal floor, not the ceiling. They do not know that common law reasonable notice, calculated under the Bardal factors, can be substantially higher, sometimes by 12 or more months. They sign, and they leave money on the table.
Our North York employment lawyers speak to clients in English, Farsi, Russian, Hebrew, Korean, Mandarin, and other languages spoken in the North York community. Language should never be a barrier to understanding your employment rights. We explain your entitlements clearly, in your language, and advise you on the best course of action.
Whether you were just terminated by a North York employer, have been dealing with a difficult workplace situation, received an employment contract you want reviewed, or are a newcomer to Canada who wants to understand your workplace rights, we are here to help.
Ontario Courts
North York Employment Courts
We appear in Ontario employment courts regularly. Here are the courts relevant to your matter.
Ontario Superior Court, Toronto
361 University Ave, Toronto, ON M5G 1T3
30 min from our office
Significant employment claims for North York workers are filed in Toronto Superior Court. Wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, and employment contract claims.
We represent North York workers on all employment law matters, from same-day termination consultations to complex wrongful dismissal litigation.
Wrongful Dismissal, North York
Termination Package Review, North York
We review termination packages for North York workers the same day they are received. We calculate the correct ESA entitlements, the common law reasonable notice under the Bardal factors, and the value of benefits and bonuses during the notice period. We advise in English, Farsi, Russian, Hebrew, Korean, Mandarin, and other North York community languages.
Same-day package review
ESA calculation
Common law notice assessment
Benefits and bonus claims
Negotiation strategy
Court proceedings if required
Workplace Harassment, North York
Workplace Rights, North York
North York workers who have experienced harassment, discrimination, or hostile workplaces have rights under the Ontario Human Rights Code and the OHSA. We advise on human rights complaints, accommodation rights (including mental health accommodation), and reprisal claims for workers who have raised workplace concerns.
Harassment and discrimination
Disability accommodation
Mental health and workplace rights
Human Rights Tribunal applications
Reprisal and retaliation claims
Poisoned work environment
Employment Contracts, North York
Contract Review, North York
We review employment agreements for North York workers before they sign, identifying unenforceable termination clauses, problematic non-compete provisions, and inadequate compensation structures. Many North York workers sign contracts that dramatically limit their rights on termination without knowing it. We catch these clauses before they bind you.
Termination clause analysis
Non-compete and non-solicitation review
Bonus plan review
Stock and equity provisions
Probationary period advice
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Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
Where do North York employment cases go to court?
Significant employment claims for North York workers are filed in Toronto Superior Court at 361 University Avenue. Small claims (up to $35,000) can be brought in the North York Small Claims Court at 47 Sheppard Avenue East, steps from our office.
Do you serve Thornhill and Richmond Hill workers from your North York office?
Yes. Our North York office at 2 Sheppard Avenue East, Sheppard-Yonge subway, is the most accessible employment law office for workers from Thornhill, Richmond Hill, and Vaughan. We serve York Region workers regularly.
I am a newcomer to Canada and was just terminated. What are my rights?
Your rights under the Employment Standards Act and the common law apply to you regardless of immigration status or how long you have been in Canada. You are entitled to the same notice and severance as any other Ontario employee. Language or citizenship status does not reduce your entitlement. We serve North York's newcomer community in multiple languages.
My employer changed my job significantly but did not fire me. What are my options?
This is a potential constructive dismissal situation. If your employer has made a significant, unilateral change to a fundamental term of your employment, pay, title, responsibilities, reporting. You may have the right to treat yourself as dismissed and claim full reasonable notice. Contact us before resigning.
Can you review my employment contract before I sign a new job offer?
Yes, and you should. Employment contracts frequently contain clauses that limit your rights dramatically on termination. Having a North York employment lawyer review the contract before you sign costs far less than the rights you may be waiving. We offer contract review with quick turnaround at our Sheppard office.
Do you help employees who have been discriminated against because of their religion or ethnicity?
Yes. Human rights discrimination in employment based on religion, ethnicity, race, or ancestry is a violation of the Ontario Human Rights Code. We advise North York workers on human rights complaints to the HRTO and on the interaction between human rights claims and wrongful dismissal claims.
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North York Employment Lawyers, Free Initial Consultation
Our North York employment lawyers offer free initial consultations and same-day appointments. Steps from Sheppard-Yonge subway.
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Every case is unique. These anonymized examples illustrate the types of results our team has achieved. Past outcomes do not guarantee future results.
Wrongful Dismissal
Wrongful Dismissal — 24-Month Notice Period
Negotiated $285,000 severance for senior manager after 18 years
A long-tenured senior manager was terminated without cause with an offer of just 8 weeks' pay. Our analysis of the Bardal factors — age (54), tenure (18 years), character of employment, and re-employment prospects — supported a 22-24 month reasonable notice period. Through aggressive pre-litigation negotiation, we secured 22 months' compensation plus benefits continuation.
$285K Settlement
Constructive Dismissal
Constructive Dismissal — Toxic Workplace
Court awarded 20 months' pay plus $50,000 in damages
Our client endured systematic role reduction, reporting structure changes, and a hostile work environment. We established constructive dismissal under the framework in Potter v. New Brunswick, proving fundamental breach of the employment contract. The court awarded full reasonable notice plus moral and punitive damages.
“I had the absolute pleasure of working separately with two lawyers from Lexaltico — Pooja Lassi and Matthew Ram — on different matters. The level of professionalism, expertise, and care demonstrated by each of them was consistently exceptional. They do not simply service your needs — they take the time to thoroughly understand your situation and proactively problem-solve.”
— SJR
★★★★★
“I had the absolute pleasure of working separately with two lawyers from Lexaltico — Pooja Lassi and Matthew Ram — on different matters. The level of professionalism, expertise, and care demonstrated by each of them was consistently exceptional. They do not simply service your needs — they take the time to thoroughly understand your situation and proactively problem-solve.”
— SJR
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