Double Diamond Law advises and represents a wide variety of individuals and companies in regards to non-unionized, employment issues.  Most commonly, we deal with the various issues revolving around the hiring of employees and the termination of employment contracts.  Our clients range from senior executives to service industry workers;  from professionals to government employees; from large corporations to sole proprietorships.


COMMENCING THE EMPLOYMENT RELATIONSHIP

For the Employer:
Our service starts at the beginning stages of the employment relationship, drafting individualized and broad-based employment contracts, including confidentiality, non-competition, and severance agreements.  Remember, it is much more challenging to enforce provisions of an employment contract if it is signed after the employee has commenced working.  So, do not delay this process.  If certain terms are not dealt with explicitly, employers may find themselves relying on the Courts to settle any disputes.  We encourage being pro-active so that the company can better predict the outcome of any dispute or disagreement, and to avoid costly litigation down the road.

The Employment Standards Act sets minimum standards for compensation and conditions of employment in the Province.  These standards must be adhered to and so human resources staff should be very familiar with the requirements of this legislation.  If the employer does not have such a staff person, then we recommend consulting with a lawyer to ensure that the Employment Standards Act is being followed.  Failure to do so may invalidate parts of the employment contract and may result in a complaint to the Employment Standards Branch.

For the Employee:
A contract is meant to be a mutually acceptable arrangement.  As an employee, you should consider your options carefully before signing any employment agreement.  We want you to make sure that you understand what you are agreeing to, so that you do not have regrets when things do not progress as originally hoped.


Why Choose Diamond & Associates

Experience - We have extensive experience serving both sides of the employment relationship. This includes representing clients in Supreme Court actions as well as appeals before related tribunals.  We have drafted numerous employment contracts for a variety of employment positions and companies, including professionals, and the retail sector.  Further, we have handled numerous employment terminations involving senior executives, professionals, and a variety of service workers. 

Creativity - Double Diamond Law Corporation understands how to find solutions. We take great pride in finding a reasonable course of action that treats all parties with respect.  We strive to and achieve favourable results without generating unnecessary animosity or bad feelings.

Fee Structure To Suit Your Needs - We find out from you what budget is available and we will tell you what we can do within that budget. In certain cases, we may offer contingency fee agreements so that no fee is charged for our services until after your case is resolved, and only if you collect an award for damages and/or compensation. It is about the flexibility to do what is right for you.