We are thrilled that, for the 3rd year in a row, Hicks Morley has been named the 2026 “National Law Firm of the Year” in Labour and Employment Law by Best Law Firms™ – Canada.
Practice Area: Labour Relations
Lessons in Labour Relations for School Board Employers
Recent arbitration rulings and initiatives are reshaping how Ontario school boards interpret key employment and education provisions. In this School Board Update, Brittany Bates, Jordynne Hislop and Vincent Panetta will review the decisions and discuss how they provide guidance for school boards in refining policy frameworks.
Hicks Morley Ranked Canada’s Top Law Firm in Labour & Employment for 2026 by The Globe and Mail
Hicks Morley has been recognized as one of Canada’s Best Law Firms in Labour & Employment and Human Rights for the fifth year in a row by The Globe and Mail’s Report on Business, in partnership with Statista.
Hicks Morley Welcomes Back James Davis
Hicks Morley is pleased to announce the return of James Davis to our Toronto office as an Associate. James brings with him a wealth of knowledge and experience in litigation, employment law and human rights, along with a demonstrated commitment to delivering insightful and practical solutions to our clients.
James E. Davis
James Davis is an employment lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office. His practice involves advising clients in both the private and public sectors on a variety of matters related to litigation, employment law and human rights.
Chambers Canada 2026 Guide Recognizes Hicks Morley as a Top Firm for Employment & Labour
Hicks Morley is again ranked a top law firm in the Chambers Canada 2026 Guide for Employment & Labour (Ontario and Nationwide).
Ontario Bar Association CPD Program: Jurisdictional Issues in Labour and Employment Law
During this program co-chaired by Rayaz Khan, expert speakers will explore how jurisdictional issues impact today’s evolving workplaces as employment relationships extend beyond traditional boundaries.
Ontario Municipal Human Resources Association (OMHRA) 2025 Fall Conference: Retention in a Changing Climate
OMHRA’s Fall Conference on “Winning the Talent Game: Retention in a Changing Climate” provides an opportunity to connect with municipal professionals to exchange ideas and contribute to conversations in the sector.
47 Hicks Morley Lawyers Recognized in The Best Lawyers in Canada™ 2026
Hicks Morley is proud to share that 47 of our lawyers have been included in the 20th edition of The Best Lawyers in Canada across 5 practice areas – Labour and Employment Law, Employee Benefits Law, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Workers’ Compensation Law, and Education Law.
School Board Management Conference: The New Rules of School Board HR
From new leave entitlements and Human Rights Tribunal changes to Charter rights and precedent-setting arbitration awards, the Human Resources landscape for Ontario school boards is shifting fast. Our School Board Management conference will equip you with the must-know updates and strategies you need to stay compliant and prepared.