Courtney has developed particular expertise in representing clients in matters involving historical abuse claims as well as safe sport. These evolving areas of practice require a thoughtful and nuanced approach, balancing legal risk management with trauma-informed advocacy, regulatory obligations, and reputational considerations.
Practice Area: Litigation - Wrongful & Unjust Dismissals
Unwritten Practices, Selective Discipline, and the Cost of Bad Faith
Wilsher v. Olympic Wholesale highlights the risks for employers of relying on unwritten practices, enforcing workplace rules inconsistently, and engaging in bad faith conduct during the dismissal process.
Ontario Superior Court Awards Damages for Equity Incentive Compensation Vesting After Notice Period
In Khatib v. GoEasy Ltd, 2026 ONSC 3513, the SCJ (Ont.) awarded a terminated executive damages on a pro rata basis, in respect of equity awards that would not have vested within the reasonable notice period.
Isabel de Wolde
Isabel’s multi-jurisdictional background enhances her advocacy for clients by enabling her to anticipate and respond to legal issues across diverse legislative and workplace contexts. This perspective informs her practice across various areas of employment and labour law, including litigation, human rights, occupational health and safety, and workplace policies and contracts.
“No News” May Not Mean “No New Employment”: Settlement Drafting Lessons From Cross v. Cooling Tower Maintenance Inc.
When it comes to settlement agreements, precision is non-negotiable. In this article, Justin Jalea explores the recent Cross v. Cooling Tower maintenance Inc. decision and provides important reminders for employers drafting settlement agreements involving salary continuance and clawback provisions.
Madeline Eskandari
Madeline Eskandari is a labour and employment lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office. She advises and represents employers in public and private sectors on a wide range of labour, employment, and human rights issues.
Matthew K. Wronko
Matthew K. Wronko is a labour and employment lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office. He provides advice and representation to employers and management on a wide range of labour, employment, and human rights issues.
Andrew Schjerning
Andrew Schjerning is a labour and employment lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office. He advises employers on a broad range of workplace matters, including grievance arbitrations, wrongful and constructive dismissals, employment standards compliance, and human rights issues.
Alex Lemoine
Alex has developed a speciality in advising clients on matters related to accessibility compliance, executive compensation and workplace dispute resolutions.
Successfully represented a financial institution in a wrongful dismissal involving an allegation of just cause.
Successfully represented a financial institution in a wrongful dismissal involving an allegation of just cause.