Employment Law for Employees
Employment Law for Employees
Services for Employees
Whether you are pursuing a career advancement opportunity or confronting workplace challenges that impact your livelihood, reputation, or well-being, the lawyers at Glendinning Smith LLP are here to assist. Based in Chilliwack, we provide employees across British Columbia with clear and confident guidance through complex employment law matters. From reviewing employment contracts to addressing terminations, discrimination, or harassment, we deliver timely, strategic advice that respects both your legal rights and individual objectives.
- Employment Agreements and Compensation Structure: We review and negotiate employment contracts and compensation packages — including bonuses, long-term and short-term incentive plans, stock options, pensions, and benefits. Our goal is to ensure your terms of employment are fair, enforceable, and aligned with your career goals.
- Severance and Retirement Packages: If you’ve been dismissed, are considering retirement, or otherwise negotiating your departure from an organization, we will review and/or negotiate your severance or retirement entitlements to ensure you receive what you are owed.
- Wrongful Dismissal and Constructive Dismissal: We represent employees who have been terminated without proper notice or severance (wrongful dismissal) or who are forced to resign due to intolerable workplace conditions or demotion (constructive dismissal). We assess your situation, explain your legal options, and pursue fair compensation through negotiation or legal action if needed.
- Disability, Harassment, and Discrimination: We help employees facing discrimination, harassment, or other violations of their human rights at work. If you’ve been treated unfairly based on age, disability, race, religion, family status, or other protected grounds, we’ll advise you on your rights and protections under the BC Human Rights Code. Whether you need advice on requesting a workplace accommodation or representation before the Human Rights Tribunal, we’re here to help you navigate a path forward.
- Workplace Investigations: If you are involved in a workplace investigation — whether as a complainant, respondent, or witness — we protect your interests and ensure your voice is heard. We provide representation throughout internal or external investigative processes.
- Employment Standards: We help you understand and enforce your rights under the Employment Standards Act, including wages, overtime pay, vacation pay, and entitlements to leaves such as maternity, parental, and medical leave.
- Federally Regulated Employees: We represent employees in federally regulated industries, such as transportation, banking, and telecommunications, on matters governed by the Canada Labour Code — including unjust dismissal and leave entitlements.
Employee Services
Employment law can be complex and deeply personal when your job, income, or workplace rights are on the line. At Glendinning Smith LLP, we are dedicated to supporting employees throughout British Columbia by providing expert legal advice tailored to your unique situation. Our team understands the challenges employees face—from contract negotiations and workplace investigations to wrongful dismissal and human rights issues—and we guide you through every step with professionalism and care.
Located in Chilliwack, we support employees across all industries and career stages with effective solutions that safeguard their rights and ensure fair treatment. Whether you are negotiating your initial employment agreement, seeking guidance on severance entitlements, or addressing workplace harassment or discrimination, we provide a combination of legal expertise and tailored advocacy to help you secure the best possible outcome. Our dedication is to offer timely, clear, and compassionate support when it matters most.
Our Process
What to Expect from a Consultation: Your initial consultation is an opportunity for us to learn about you or your organization, assess the legal issues at hand, and determine whether we’re the right fit for your needs. During this one-hour meeting, we’ll explain your rights and options, offer recommendations, and outline the potential next steps. If you choose to proceed, we’ll also review the scope of services and associated costs for ongoing representation.
Preparing for your Appointment: Before the consultation, we ask that you send us any relevant documents — such as employment contracts, severance offers, workplace policies, or key communications — so your lawyer can review them in advance. The consultation is offered at a flat rate of $300 plus tax, with any further work billed at the lawyer’s hourly rate. Appointments can often be scheduled on the same day you contact us, or within one business day and are available in person, by phone, or Zoom. To get started, please complete our online intake form, or contact our office and a team member will guide you through the booking process.
Other Practice Areas
Employment Law for Employers
Clear, strategic legal advice for BC employers on hiring, contracts, discipline, terminations, leaves, HR policies, and compliance.
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Employment Law for Employees
We support employees at every stage of the employment relationship – from hiring to termination and everything in between.
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Employment Law for Religious and Charitable Organizations
Legal guidance for charities, non-profits, and religious organizations on hiring, HR Policies, governance, religious exemptions, and terminations.
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Human Rights Law
Advice and legal representation in workplace discrimination, harassment, disability accommodation, and BC Human Rights Code compliance.
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Labour Law
Practical legal guidance for BC employers on union relations, collective bargaining, grievances, and compliance with the Labour Relations Code.
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Workplace Investigations
Independent, legally compliant investigations into misconduct, harassment, and policy breaches for BC workplaces.
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Other Practice Areas
Employment Law for Employers
Clear, strategic legal advice for BC employers on hiring, contracts, discipline, terminations, leaves, HR policies, and compliance.
Learn More
Employment Law for Employees
We support employees at every stage of the employment relationship – from hiring to termination and everything in between.
Learn More
Employment Law for Religious and Charitable Organizations
Legal guidance for charities, non-profits, and religious organizations on hiring, HR Policies, governance, religious exemptions, and terminations.
Learn More
Human Rights Law
Advice and legal representation in workplace discrimination, harassment, disability accommodation, and BC Human Rights Code compliance.
Learn More
Labour Law
Practical legal guidance for BC employers on union relations, collective bargaining, grievances, and compliance with the Labour Relations Code.
Learn More
Workplace Investigations
Independent, legally compliant investigations into misconduct, harassment, and policy breaches for BC workplaces.
Learn More
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