Goldblatt Partners LLP

Frequently asked questions

What kind of law does Goldblatt Partners LLP practice?

The firm's core practice is union side labour and employment law, including certifications, grievance and interest arbitration, and collective bargaining. Its lawyers also handle civil litigation, class actions, constitutional and Charter matters, Aboriginal and Indigenous rights, and human rights cases.

I think my employer denied me overtime pay. Can Goldblatt Partners help?

The firm's class action team represented the plaintiffs in Fresco v. CIBC, an unpaid overtime class action that settled for $153 million in 2023, and continues to take on employment related class claims of this kind.

How are legal fees handled in a class action at this firm?

Goldblatt Partners says its legal fees in a class action are paid only if there is a successful recovery for the plaintiffs, though class members may sometimes be asked to contribute toward costs such as expert reports or filing fees.

Does Goldblatt Partners represent trade unions?

Yes. The firm has represented trade unions, labour federations and employee associations since it started as a four lawyer office in the mid 1970s, appearing before labour boards, arbitrators and the courts on their behalf.

Can Goldblatt Partners help with a case involving Indigenous rights?

The firm's Aboriginal Law and Indigenous Rights team represents Indigenous governments, Nations, communities and individuals in matters covering Treaty rights, land claims, resource development agreements and duty to consult issues, appearing before courts and tribunals across Canada.

Does Goldblatt Partners offer accommodations for clients with disabilities?

Yes. The firm says it will arrange accessible formats and communication supports for people with disabilities on request, at no additional cost, through accessibility contacts at both its Toronto and Ottawa offices.