Employment Litigation

We have expertise in complex employment disputes, acting for both employers and employees. We have particular expertise in employment issues involving capital market participants such as investment banks and bankers, investment dealers and advisors, traders and other securities registrants, and directors and officers of public companies.

Overview

We have deep experience in contentious aspects of employment law. We draw on our extensive motion and trial expertise to leverage creative solutions outside and inside of the courtroom.

We have particular expertise in employment issues involving capital market participants such as claims involving investment banks and bankers, investment dealers and advisors, traders and other securities registrants, and directors and officers of public companies. In our experience, employment disputes in the capital markets often involve corporate and securities issues that require the kind of specialized expertise our firm possesses. We have acted and advised on such matters across the country. We also have significant experience in employment disputes involving complex financial and damages quantification issues, and in matters involving alleged breaches of restrictive covenants such as non-competition and non-solicitation clauses, or restrictions on the use of confidential information.

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The CMB Advantage

Choosing the right legal representation is crucial when facing complex litigation. We set ourselves apart through a blend of specialized expertise, client-focused service, and a collaborative team approach. We understand that every case impacts your reputation, livelihood, and bottom line— so we're committed to partnering with you to achieve results that protect and advance your interests.

Employment Litigation Services

Our employment litigation services include wrongful dismissal litigation, breach of covenants disputes and employment issues in the securities industry.

Wrongful Dismissal Litigation

We often act in wrongful dismissal litigation for plaintiffs and defendants, especially complex and contentious matters where there are allegations of cause and in disputes involving complex damages issues such as alleged entitlement to damages under incentive-based compensation schemes such as stock options, pensions, and share entitlements.

Breach of Covenants Disputes

We act for brokerage firms and investment or insurance advisors dealing with the complex issues that arise concerning the enforceability and enforcement of restrictive covenants such as non-compete, non-solicitation and confidential information clauses. We counsel both dealers and advisors on how to avoid disputes when an advisor is ‘crossing the street’ and litigate such disputes where necessary, including through contested injunctions, motions, and in litigation proceedings.

Employment Issues in the Securities Industry

Terminations and other contentious employment issues involving participants in highly regulated industries require specialized expertise. We leverage our capital markets experience and familiarity with regulators and the regulatory framework to create solutions for clients involved with disputes in the capital market space.

Awards & Recognition

Based on extensive peer and client reviews conducted by Lexpert, Chambers, Benchmark Litigation and Best Lawyers, CMB is ranked among the top corporate commercial and securities litigation teams in Canada. We commit ourselves to providing concentrated expertise in litigation and are uniquely positioned to provide personalized solutions and resources to each of our clients.

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