Mediation And Arbitration
Workplace dispute resolution through alternative dispute resolution processes outside of court.
Lutfi Law Firm
Ontario's Employment Law Experts
Lost your job or experiencing workplace discrimination, unpaid wages, or unfair treatment? We help Ontario employees get what they deserve.
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EMPLOYMENT LAW MATTERS WE HANDLE
Employment Law Representation In Ontario
Lutfi Law provides legal representation for workplace disputes, employment agreements, wrongful dismissal claims, investigations, compliance matters, and human resources concerns.
Employment Contracts
Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating employment agreements, including non compete and confidentiality provisions.
Wrongful Dismissal Claims
Representation in cases involving termination without cause or without proper notice or compensation.
Workplace Harassment
Support for individuals experiencing harassment, bullying, or discrimination in the workplace.
Workplace Investigations
Independent investigations to address complaints, gather facts, assess evidence, and ensure compliance with legal and workplace standards.
Employment Standards Compliance
Advice on obligations under the Employment Standards Act, including overtime, vacation pay, and statutory leaves.
Policy Development
Development of workplace policies related to harassment, diversity, health, and safety.
Human Resources Support
Assistance with employee management, performance reviews, and termination processes.
Why Work With Lutfi Law?
At Lutfi Law, we are more than just a law firm. We are a team dedicated to making a real impact in people’s lives. We believe in delivering legal services with integrity, excellence, and a client first approach.
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ONTARIO EMPLOYMENT LAWYER
Lost Your Job, Fired While Sick, Or Facing A Workplace Dispute?
Lutfi Law helps employees and workers across Ontario understand their rights after termination, layoffs, severance disputes, workplace harassment, disability related treatment, sick leave issues, and constructive dismissal.
Wrongful dismissal
Severance review
Fired while sick
Disability and accommodation
Workplace harassment
Constructive dismissal
Employment Law Support In Ontario
If your employment ended suddenly, your benefits were affected, your medical leave became an issue, or your employer is pressuring you to accept a severance package, get legal guidance before making your next move.
- Job loss and termination concerns
- Sick leave and disability related dismissal
- Severance package review
- Human rights and workplace discrimination
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE LUTFI LAW
Your Confidence Starts With Our Commitment
Focused legal representation for complex workplace, institutional, and rights based disputes across Ontario.
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Free Initial Consultation
Assessment of the legal and factual issues before any decisions are made.
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Clear Legal Direction
Clear explanation of options before any formal steps are taken.
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Research Driven Strategy
Thorough legal research grounded in evidence, legislation, and applicable law.
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Experienced Representation
Representation before institutional, workplace, administrative, and dispute resolution forums.
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Direct Communication
Timely updates and direct communication throughout every stage of the matter.
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Commitment To Results
Focused on accountability, practical solutions, and effective resolution.
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Trusted By Clients Across Ontario
Clients choose Lutfi Law for thoughtful advice, responsive communication, and professional representation in complex legal matters.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Helpful answers to questions we regularly hear from clients across Ontario.
How much severance pay am I entitled to in Ontario?
Severance depends on age, position, length of service, compensation, availability of similar work and the terms of your employment agreement. Many employees are offered less than they may be entitled to receive.
Can I be fired without cause in Ontario?
Yes. An employer can terminate without cause if proper notice, severance pay, or compensation in lieu of notice is provided. The termination still has to comply with Ontario employment law and any valid contract terms.
What is the difference between wrongful dismissal and constructive dismissal?
Wrongful dismissal happens when you're let go without proper notice or pay in lieu. Constructive dismissal happens when your employer significantly changes your job, pay, or working conditions without your consent, effectively forcing you out even though you were never formally fired.
What should I do before accepting a severance package?
Do not sign before understanding what you are giving up. Once a release is signed, you may lose the ability to pursue more severance or challenge unfair terms later.
Can I be fired or laid off while on sick leave, stress leave, or disability leave?
An employer cannot fire you simply because you need medical leave or disability accommodation. If you were dismissed while sick, injured, or on leave, both employment and human rights issues may be involved.
What counts as workplace discrimination in Ontario?
Workplace discrimination can involve unfair treatment based on disability, race, sex, age, religion, family status, or another protected ground under the Ontario Human Rights Code. This includes being passed over for promotion, unequal treatment, or being held to different standards of discipline.
What is an employer's duty to accommodate?
Employers must accommodate an employee's disability, family status, or other protected needs up to the point of undue hardship. This can include modified duties, schedule changes, or leave, and failing to explore reasonable options can itself be a human rights violation.
Can I be fired for filing a human rights complaint?
No. Punishing an employee for raising a good-faith human rights complaint is called reprisal, and it's prohibited under the Ontario Human Rights Code. An employee disciplined or terminated after raising concerns may have a separate reprisal claim in addition to the underlying complaint.
How long do I have to file a human rights claim in Ontario?
An application to the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario generally must be filed within one year of the last incident of discrimination. Speaking with a lawyer promptly helps preserve these options and any related employment claims.
What is Sport ADR and when does it apply?
Sport ADR (Alternative Dispute Resolution) covers mediation, arbitration, and disciplinary hearings for athletes, coaches, and sport organizations. It applies to disputes like team selection, carding appeals, eligibility, and Safe Sport complaints, usually resolved outside the courts through bodies like the SDRCC.
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