Employment Law
You and your employment-career skills are your own most important assets.
We understand that employment is not just about income to support yourself and your family. Employment is also important for a sense of self-worth and social stimuli. It’s understandable that when you feel your employment is threatened you are stressed and upset. If you are in that situation a course of action to consider is to meet with an employment lawyer to proactively protect your rights.
When Your Employment Rights Need Protection
These are just a few of the situations when your employment rights may need protection.
Termination
Harassment
Unwarranted Discipline
Illness/ Injury
Our Advice If Your Employment Rights are Threatened
Do not sign any documents without legal advice
Make detailed written notes about the circumstances
List the names and contact information of potential witnesses
Copy all relevant documents such as letters of hire, performance reviews, pay stubs, emails and memos.
We can help you in a number of ways.
Call us to arrange a meeting. We’ll explain your legal rights and provide a strategy to protect you. If necessary, we can negotiate with your employer in order to reach a fair resolution. I will also be happy to represent you in court or tribunal proceedings to ensure you are protected.
Managing Your Real Estate Transactions
Buying & Selling Real Estate
For most of us the largest single investment we will ever make is the purchase or sale of a home. Our real estate legal services protect your legal rights and ensure the process is as smooth as possible.
Step 1
Select your real estate lawyer as early in the process as possible. Meet with us for a free initial consultation. We’ll help you understand the costs of completing a real estate transaction.
Step 2
We should meet again once there is an Agreement of Purchase & Sale in place.
Step 3
Supply us with information about the company providing your mortgage. We also require information about your home insurance. On closing day you will need to have certain funds set aside. We will gladly outline the particulars of your purchase or sale.
Step 4
Enjoy your new Home Sweet Home.
Unless you work in the real estate or legal profession, the terms and process will likely seem foreign. We’re here to help.
Protection for You and Your Family
Wills & Powers of Attorney
Everyone needs a Will and a Power of Attorney. A Will protects your family in the event of your death. A Power of Attorney protects you if you if you become incapacitated due to illness or injury.
Need is not based on the size of your savings and assets. Even if you have modest savings it is important to have both a Will and Power of Attorney. In fact, the smaller your estate, the more important it is that your assets are not squandered in unnecessary legal proceedings to establish your beneficiary’s entitlements.
