Peter A. McSherry Employment Lawyer

Frequently asked questions

Does Peter McSherry act for employees, employers, or both?

Both. The firm represents employees and employers in employment matters.

I was fired without notice. Can Peter McSherry help?

Yes. Wrongful and constructive dismissal are core parts of the practice, and reviewing a termination to see whether you got proper notice or severance is exactly the kind of matter the firm handles.

Will the firm review my severance package before I sign it?

Yes. Reviewing severance packages before you sign is a core service, alongside overtime, workplace human rights, and harassment and discrimination claims.

How long has Peter McSherry practised employment law?

Peter McSherry was called to the Ontario bar in 1997 and has focused on employment law ever since, more than twenty years in a single field.

How much notice or severance am I owed if I lose my job in Ontario?

Ontario's Employment Standards Act sets a statutory minimum. It runs from one week's notice for less than a year of service up to eight weeks at eight or more years. But that's only the floor. A dismissed employee is often entitled to considerably more 'reasonable notice' at common law, which is exactly what an employment lawyer assesses. This is general information, not legal advice.