What We Do
At Neuman Thompson, we support organizations through every stage of your business journey. We focus entirely on labour & employment law, and are proud to have been at the leading edge of our field for nearly 50 years.
Our Areas of Practice
Whether you need day to day advice on a human resources or labour relations issues, a litigator in your corner, or an experienced bargaining agent, you are in the right hands with Neuman Thompson.
Investigations
Helping your organization navigate investigations to maintain a fair and equitable workplace, including investigations into:
- Theft
- Harassment
- Violence
- Misconduct
- Unsafe work environment
Workplace Privacy and Information
In an era of data protection regulations, safeguarding sensitive information is crucial, and we are here to help your organization with:
- Privacy law navigation
- Policy development
- Compliance, to protect both your customers and your business.
OHS: Occupational Health and Safety
We provide guidance on OHS matters to protect employees and minimize legal risks. This includes:
- OHS compliance
- Risk assessment and training
- Respond to OH&S complaints
WCB: Workers’ Compensation Board
Our knowledge of workers' compensation legislation allows us to assist employers in navigating the WCB framework. Some of our areas of expertise include:
- Claims management and appeals
- Accomodations
Human Rights
Our services are precisely tailored to address the specific requirements of employers where human rights are concerned, including:
- Proactive strategies to mitigate risk
- Investigations
- Advocacy before human rights commissions / tribunals
Collective Bargaining
Our lawyers work closely with clients to develop and implement effective negotiation strategies for every stage of the bargaining process.
- Collective agreement interpretation
- Contract drafting
- Leading or supporting during negotiations
- Representation at interest arbitration and mediation
Labour Relations
We provide strategic insight when dealing with unions and can guide you through:
- Structuring your business to achieve labour relations goals
- Bargaining, disputes, strikes, and lockouts
- Urgent cease and desist, injunction and contempt applications to respond to unlawful strikes, and unlawful picketing activities
- Advocating in grievance and arbitration processes and before other administrative tribunals.
Employment Law
Counsel and advice throughout your employees’ entire journey, including:
- Hiring
- Employee performance and management
- Attendance, discipline, and termination
- Compensation, pensions, and benefits
- Occupational health and safety (OHS) matters
- Representing employers in claims by employees and former employees
Administrative Law
Counsel and advice throughout your employees’ entire journey, including:
- Hiring
- Employee performance and management
- Attendance, discipline, and termination
- Compensation, pensions, and benefits
- Occupational health and safety (OHS) matters
- Representing employers in claims by employees and former employees
A Proven Practice; A Proven Process.
We believe that personalized attention and support is key to navigating labour and employment challenges. Trust in our commitment to understanding your needs, providing clear communication, and delivering effective, tailored solutions every step of the way.
Industries We Serve
- Food Processing
- Healthcare
- Heavy Industry and Manufacturing
- Transportation
- Mining
- Natural Resources
- Oil & Gas
- Post Secondary
- Professional Services
- Public sector
- Service Industries
- Startups and Small Businesses
- Tech
Protect your business and empower your workforce.
We specialize in legal matters and strategic advice for employers. If you are looking to get in touch, or just want to learn more, you can reach out to us for more information at any time!