Striving for Excellence in Workplace Law

Practice Areas

Employment Law
Labour Relations Law
Human Rights Law

Professional Discipline

 OH&S Lawyers

Corporate Governance,
Fiduciary Duties And
Shareholder Disputes
Privacy And Freedom
Of Information
Pension
And Benefits

 Disability, Life and Health Insurance

Trusted Legal Advisors
In The Modern
Workplace

Overholt Law LLP is a Vancouver-based boutique firm providing high-quality advice and representation in the areas of employment and labour law. Our team is comprised of dedicated and committed professionals who help clients navigate through complex legal issues within the workplace.

Under the leadership of senior lawyer, Carman J. Overholt, K.C., our lawyers have built a solid reputation and proven track record for resolving employment and other legal disputes. We leverage our knowledge and skill as experienced litigators to deliver fair, effective solutions to issues that impact the everyday lives of our clients.

Insightful Advice.
360° Perspectives.

Our firm is a true workplace law boutique. We practice in both employment and labour law. We have deep experience advising both employers and employees.

Having worked extensively on all sides of workplace disputes, we are able to offer comprehensive and creative solutions to even the most complex legal problems in the modern workplace.

Latest From Our Labour & Employment Law Blog

Do I really need a doctor’s note for sick days?

Feeling sick is tough enough without worrying about work. When illness strikes, the last thing you want is to stress over whether you need to go and get a doctor's note. Understanding your rights and what's expected can ease your mind and help you focus on getting...

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Challenges around remote work and trade secrets

Working from home offers many benefits, but it also creates new challenges for protecting confidential information. Data is no longer secured within office walls, and it can be easier for employees to access, copy or share sensitive files when they leave. These...

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Are you being pushed out at work?

Have you noticed your boss suddenly giving you the cold shoulder? Or maybe your responsibilities keep shrinking while everyone else seems busy?  Work is hard enough without feeling like someone is setting you up to fail. If this sounds familiar, you might be...

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When you turn to our firm for assistance, we promise you straightforward advice and an intelligent, practical approach to resolving all types of workplace disputes including:

  • Wrongful terminations
  • Human rights complaints
  • Issues arising in unionized environments
  • Restrictive covenants
  • Contracts and severance packages
  • Workers’ Compensation matters
  • Occupational health and safety issues
  • Privacy issues
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