Watson Labour Lawyers brings to the table extensive experience in labour law matters. The firm is committed to servicing an exclusively trade union clientele and to meeting all of its clients’ labour relations needs. To that end, the firm offers experienced representation in matters before:
- Ontario Labour Relations Board
- Canada Industrial Relations Board
- Arbitrators and Arbitration Panels
- Human Rights Commission
- Workplace Safety and Insurance Board
- Grievance Settlement Board
- Employment Insurance Commission
- Canadian Railway Office of Arbitration
- Public Service Grievance Board
- Inquests
- Courts
The firm boasts expertise in all areas of labour law including:
- Occupational Health and Safety
- Human Rights
- Interest Arbitrations
- Rights Arbitrations
- Unfair Labour Practices
- Duty of Fair Representation
- Employment Standards
- Pay Equity
- Contract Negotiations
- Injunctions
- Political Lobbying
- Judicial Reviews
Seminars
Watson Labour Lawyers also recognizes the importance of training and continuing education for union officials, representatives and stewards to ensure the most efficient use of union resources. If there is a labour relations topic that interests your organization, please contact our office and we will work with you to create a custom program for your conference or prepare the educational materials you require.
Newsletters - The Watson Report
The firm also provides regular newsletters and issue updates to trade unions to assist our clients in keeping abreast of current issues in labour relations and related matters.
FEES AND BILLING PRACTICE
Our firm prides itself on offering excellent services to our clients at reasonable rates. We understand that union funds come from hard working members and, as such, it is important to ensure the most efficient use of those funds.
We are sure that the firm will be able to meet the needs of any union client in terms of constructing a suitable billing arrangement. We offer a number of billing options and would be pleased to meet with you to discuss a mutually satisfactory arrangement to meet your needs.