For non-legal professionals, dealing with the legal aspects of employee and labour issues can be complex. This session will break down the legalese and arm you with best practices and strategies to effectively settle grievances—and, when a settlement can’t be reached, how to prepare a grievance for arbitration.
Training & Events
From accredited continuing legal education programs to special interest sessions for our clients and invited friends, Hicks Morley's conferences and events offer valuable insight into topical issues important to your business and your professional growth.
Workshop
Learn how to respond to an individual’s request for accommodation, administer attendance management plans, deal with chronic absenteeism and gain the tools for effective and proactive WSIB claims management. You will also be provided with an overview of navigating the common pitfalls that can arise so as not to infringe on an employee’s human rights and avoid potential liability.
Workshop
Learn the key takeaways from case law and best practices for investigating workplace incidents in healthcare. You will leave with an overview of the issues that can arise when conducting investigations and how to appropriately deal with employee discipline and termination issues. The second part of the session will deal with privacy considerations and the latest information on workplace privacy compliance.
Workshop
Labour and Employment Essentials for HR Healthcare Professionals
September 20, 2024 - December 11, 2024Whether you are new to HR in the healthcare space or looking for a refresher, this four-part, virtual series will cover the fundamentals any HR healthcare professional needs to navigate a wide range of workplace issues.
Workshop
Healthcare Collective Bargaining and Interest Arbitration: A Primer
September 20, 2024This session will provide attendees with an understanding of the unique structures in healthcare in Ontario, and what you need to do to be prepared for your next round of bargaining. It will also walk through some of the common language and issues unique to the sector.
Speaking Engagement
As employers become more digital-first, the amount of electronically stored information is significantly increasing. By staying ahead of the latest e-Discovery advancements, organizations can more effectively and efficiently manage their e-Discovery costs. Tatiana Lazdins will be part of the highly accomplished faculty of leading experts presenting “Process, Privilege and Production in e-Discovery.”
Speaking Engagement
Frank Cesario and Kenji Nuhn—along with the University of Toronto’s Julie McAlpine-Jeffries—will share insights to assist in-house counsel in providing strategic and up-to-date advice on the current critical issues and hot topics in employment law.
Conference / Seminar
Please note registration for this event is now closed. Overview Hicks Morley invites law students to join us for an Open House on June 5, 2024 at 5 p.m. The session will feature an interactive, moderated panel discussion, followed by a networking reception. Our firm’s lawyers will provide practical advice to help you achieve your…
Speaking Engagement
Ontario Public School Boards’ Association (OPSBA): 2024 Education Labour Relations and Human Resources Symposium
April 25, 2024 - April 26, 2024Designed for school board trustees, labour relations practitioners, human resources practitioners, supervisory officers and directors of education, this year’s Education Labour Relations and Human Resources Symposium will feature informative keynote speakers, panels and workshops on innovation and transformation in a changing labour relations environment.
Speaking Engagement
The Law Society of Ontario: The Eight-Minute Labour Lawyer
April 11, 2024The Law Society of Ontario’s “Eight-Minute” series is the go-to program for legal practitioners. At this year’s event, Allison MacIsaac will present a session titled, “How to Be Creative and Legal in Settlements.”