3 Best Employment Lawyers in Kitchener, ON

"Frank D. Carere is a senior counsel at Bennett Grant LLP with 49 years of litigation and problem-solving experience in employment, contract, and real estate disputes, as well as commercial, administrative, labour law, and collaborative family law. Frank was called to the Bar of Ontario in 1976. He employs a practical approach to problem-solving, utilizing collaborative methods such as conciliation, negotiations, mediation, and arbitration. Frank also counsels tribunals, lawyers, and professionals, particularly in conflict of interest and disciplinary matters. He lectures on his specialty areas for various organizations and publishes legal articles. Frank is an active member of the Grand Valley Human Resources Professionals Association, Advocates Society, Collaborative Family Law Association of Waterloo, International Academy of Collaborative Professionals, Canadian Bar Association, Waterloo Law Association, and International Commission of Jurists and Law Society of Upper Canada. Bennett Grant LLP's employment and labour law group serves employers, employees, and unions, boasting extensive experience across all aspects of employment law. Frank D. Carere graduated from the University of Toronto Law School in 1974. Bennett Grant LLP has built a strong foundation throughout Ontario over the last 60 years. The firm also has a law office in Listowel.

"Melanie Reist is a partner and experienced employment lawyer at Reist Krauss Bauer LLP. She has practiced employment law for 37 years. Melanie Reist offers outstanding service to both employees and employers. She is interested in her clients' stories and is passionate about developing strategies to meet their goals. Melanie meets with clients during times of uncertainty and confusion; her approach in challenging conditions is supportive, partnering with clients to find a way forward. She has appeared before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, Divisional Court, and Court of Appeal. Helping Kitchener, Waterloo, and the surrounding areas of the Waterloo Region, they provide comprehensive support through life's significant moments, offering all the support you need. She has also been involved in matters before the Ontario Human Rights Tribunal, the Canadian Human Rights Tribunal, and the Ontario Labour Board. The team has extensive experience in litigation, workplace investigations, mediation, and crafting strategic solutions for workplace issues facing both employers and employees.