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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.
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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
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Many employees in Vancouver feel pressured to stay connected to work around the clock. You might take a quick work call during dinner or respond to messages at your child's soccer game. However, disconnecting from work is important. It helps maintain a healthy...
How ‘comparable worth’ affects employee compensation
When starting a new job or evaluating your current one, pay will likely be one of your top concerns. It's crucial to ensure your compensation is fair and reflects your value, which sadly isn't a given for every worker. Understanding the signs of underpayment can help...
Understanding and addressing microaggressions in the workplace
Discrimination is not limited to overt forms of exclusion; it can also include subtle comments or actions that make people feel uncomfortable or unwelcome, or microaggressions. Microaggressions may seem minor at first glance, but can have serious consequences at work....
Effective Solutions
In The Full Range Of Workplace Issues
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