I was let go from my job in downtown Toronto. Does Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins handle wrongful dismissal claims?

Yes. The firm has practised employment law since 1983 and represents employees in wrongful dismissal litigation, including constructive dismissal and severance disputes.

Can Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins represent my company in a union grievance or arbitration?

Yes. The firm's labour law practice covers collective agreement interpretation, grievance arbitrations, union certification, and labour board proceedings for employers.

Does the firm only work with large companies, or does it also advise individual employees?

Both. Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins represents employers and employees across the full range of workplace law matters.

How does a consultation work if I want advice about my employment situation?

You first speak with a legal assistant who determines urgency and matches you with a lawyer. The firm offers in-person consultations, typically up to an hour, and telephone consultations; fees depend on the lawyer and the complexity of the matter.

How long has Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins been practising employment law in Toronto?

Since 1983, more than 40 years, working exclusively in labour and employment law rather than as a general practice.

What areas of law does the firm handle?

Only labour and employment law: matters like termination, wrongful dismissal, discrimination and human rights, employment contracts, workplace harassment, collective bargaining, and union certification.

Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP

About Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP

Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins LLP is a Toronto law firm that has practised exclusively in labour and employment law since 1983, working today from an office at 390 Bay Street in the city's financial district. It represents both employers and employees, handling wrongful dismissal litigation, human rights complaints, and collective bargaining and labour board matters. The firm's name traces back to founding partners Brian and Norman Grosman, who argued Pilon v. Peugeot, one of the first Canadian cases to award damages for mental distress arising from a wrongful dismissal. It has operated under more than one name over the decades, including a period referenced on its own site as GG&G, before settling on its current one.

The firm today has eight lawyers, five partners and three associates. Several have edited or co-edited Canadian Cases on Employment Law, and its lawyers speak at human resources and legal conferences and write for employment law publications. Partner William Gale also chairs the board of the Hannaford Street Silver Band, a Toronto brass ensemble. Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins has been named a Best Law Firm by The Best Lawyers in Canada, and several of its lawyers are ranked by Lexpert in labour and employment law.

Practice areas

Employment & Labour Law

Milestones & recognition

The firm was founded in 1983 and has practised exclusively in labour and employment law for more than 40 years.
Its name traces to founding partners Brian and Norman Grosman, who argued Pilon v. Peugeot, one of the first Canadian cases to award damages for mental distress in a wrongful dismissal.
Partner William Gale defended an employer's written employment contract in a dispute where the Ontario Superior Court of Justice upheld the contract against a challenge based on foreign law.
In the Antidormi v. Blue Pumpkin Software Inc. case, a client received a severance payment of more than $300,000 after only five months on the job, on the argument that being induced to leave secure employment supported the extraordinary award.
The firm has been named a Best Law Firm by The Best Lawyers in Canada, and several of its lawyers are ranked by Lexpert in labour and employment law.

In the community

Partner William Gale chairs the board of the Hannaford Street Silver Band, a Toronto brass ensemble.
Firm lawyers have spoken and taught at continuing legal education programs for the Law Society of Ontario, the Ontario Bar Association, and Osgoode Hall Law School.

Good to know

Wheelchair accessible

Lawyers 8

Catherine Osborne Partner Employment & Labour Law James Henderson Partner Employment & Labour Law Jeff C. Hopkins Partner Employment & Labour Law Lori Anne Khaouli Associate Lawyer Employment & Labour Law Matthew Chappelle Associate Lawyer Employment & Labour Law Natasha R. Atyeo Associate Lawyer Employment & Labour Law R. Mark Fletcher Partner Employment & Labour Law William R. Gale Partner Employment & Labour Law

This firm’s lawyers at a glance

Called to the bar: 1982–2025 · median 23 years in practice 8 of 8 lawyers
Law schools: Osgoode Hall Law School (3), University of Windsor (3), Western University (2) 8 of 8 lawyers
Languages on the roster: English, French, Spanish

Who handles what

Employment & Labour Law
Catherine Osborne, James Henderson, Jeff C. Hopkins, Lori Anne Khaouli, Matthew Chappelle, Natasha R. Atyeo, R. Mark Fletcher, William R. Gale

The neighbourhood

Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins works out of the 33 storey tower at 390 Bay Street, at the corner of Bay and Richmond in Toronto's financial district. The building connects to the underground PATH network and sits a short walk from Queen subway station.

Frequently asked questions

I was let go from my job in downtown Toronto. Does Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins handle wrongful dismissal claims?: Yes. The firm has practised employment law since 1983 and represents employees in wrongful dismissal litigation, including constructive dismissal and severance disputes.
Can Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins represent my company in a union grievance or arbitration?: Yes. The firm's labour law practice covers collective agreement interpretation, grievance arbitrations, union certification, and labour board proceedings for employers.
Does the firm only work with large companies, or does it also advise individual employees?: Both. Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins represents employers and employees across the full range of workplace law matters.
How does a consultation work if I want advice about my employment situation?: You first speak with a legal assistant who determines urgency and matches you with a lawyer. The firm offers in-person consultations, typically up to an hour, and telephone consultations; fees depend on the lawyer and the complexity of the matter.
How long has Grosman Gale Fletcher Hopkins been practising employment law in Toronto?: Since 1983, more than 40 years, working exclusively in labour and employment law rather than as a general practice.
What areas of law does the firm handle?: Only labour and employment law: matters like termination, wrongful dismissal, discrimination and human rights, employment contracts, workplace harassment, collective bargaining, and union certification.

Where to find them

390 Bay St #1100, Toronto, Ontario M5H 2Y2 · 416-364-9599

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