Who we are

We provide employment law services to employees, small businesses, and entrepreneurs.

We offer comprehensive legal services tailored to meet the needs of both employees and employers. Our experienced team is dedicated to providing guidance and representation in a range of employment law matters, including employment disputes, employment contracts, and human rights issues.

INTEGRITY

We care about our clients.


Maintaining the highest standards of honesty and transparency is cornerstone of our services. Every case we handle is approached with respect for all parties involved.

Clarity

Bringing clarity to the unknown.


We know that workplace issues are full of uncertainty, so we bring clarity to your situation, options.

Advocacy

Belief in strong representation.


Employees and employers both deserve fairness in workplace issues. We advocate strongly with the goal of achieving the right outcome.

what we do

Unsure of how to handle a workplace dispute?

Looking to more about protecting your interests?

We can help.

Constructive Dismissal

Assessing whether an employer breached an essential obligation under the employment agreement.

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Workplace Discrimination

Managing issues of race, gender, disability, or other protected grounds within the workplace.

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Severance Packages

When an employer offers payment and benefits upon termination while also requiring signature on a release.

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Workplace Harassment

Failure of an employer or a co-worker to treat an employee with civility, decency, and respect.

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Non-Compete Clauses

How can employers protect their interests and limit an employee’s ability to work with a competitor.

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Termination for Cause

When an employee is terminated without notice or pay in lieu due to an act of serious misconduct.

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Mitigation

A requirement for an employee seeking damages to search for comparable alternative employment.

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how our clients feel

We’re proud of helping our clients find their best possible outcome.

Brenda

Competent, Confident, Reasonable, Personable, Expedient, Understanding, Compassionate and a Knowledgeable Lawyer. Mike Cashion listened, empathized, advised, defended and obtained a successful result. You corrected an unfair situation. Thank you so much!

Randy

Mike did an excellent job settling my unique employment matters in a very timely and professional fashion! I highly recommend him for your legal needs! Thanks Mike!

Sheryl

[We] were so impressed with Mike’s professionalism, honesty and compassion. He was always very responsive and transparent throughout the whole process and provided solid advice. I highly recommend Mike to anyone needing advice with an employer concern and would hire him again if required! Mike is a true caring professional.

Jay

Michael Cashion was the best lawyer I could have hoped for. He always took the time I needed to understand every step of the process completely. His research was complete and thorough and he helped me to have a pleasant experience and outcome.

ACBS Accounting

He was very professional, compassionate and supportive. After hearing me out, he patiently explained the pros and cons of my case and my options to decide. His fees were reasonable and fully explained based on the legal options that I chose to pursue. My case was concluded to my satisfaction and peace of mind after two months of consultation with Mike. I highly recommend Mike and his firm. They are professional, knowledgeable and passionate about what they do.

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common questions

Find the answers you’ve been looking for.

Navigating any employment issue can feel daunting when you’re doing it alone. We’re here to offer you the knowledge and adept guidance you need to take the next step. Find answers in our Knowledge Centre.

Employment lawyers provide legal advice and representation to employers on all matters relating to employment. Cashion Legal regularly assists employers with employment contracts, terminations, employee discipline, allegations of discrimination, maternity leave issues, and many other issues. Please reach out if you want to know whether we can assist you.

Employment lawyers provide legal advice and representation to employees on all matters relating to their employment. Cashion Legal regularly assists employees with severance package reviews, wrongful dismissals, constructive dismissals, maternity leave issues, workplace discrimination, human rights issues, toxic workplaces, employment contract reviews, and many other issues. Please reach out if you want to know whether we can assist you.

If you are concerned that your workplace rights have been breached or ignored, you should contact a lawyer as soon as possible. In certain circumstances, failure to act quickly could amount to consent to  improper treatment.

Finding the right lawyer is all about the right fit. A lawyer should be able to confidently guide you through your situation while also being candid with you about tough realities. This person will be different for everyone, so it’s important to have an initial consultation to ensure you feel comfortable with the lawyer you’ll be engaging with.

Legal fees vary from case to case. At Cashion Legal, we strive to provide flexible-fee options as often as possible to give you peace of mind about how much you can expect to pay for a particular service.

Yes, we charge a flat fee for consultations. Our standard consultation fee is $425, plus GST. This fee covers all time spent reviewing materials provided in advance of the consultation, reviewing relevant precedents, attending the consultation, and responding to simple follow-up questions. This consultation may change depending on the circumstances but will always be confirmed in advance of the consultation.

We take a limited number of cases on a contingency fee basis. If you’re interested in exploring whether your case might be eligible for this, we can discuss it at your consultation.

Alberta’s Employment Standards Code is a provincial law that sets minimum standards for employment in Alberta. To view the code, visit the Government of Alberta website.

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We have a solution.

We are constructive problem solvers, focused on providing you with clarity at a time of uncertainty.

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Contact us

Sometimes, you just need to take the next step.

If you are looking for professional guidance for your workplace issue, you’re in the right place. We’re here to help. Booking a consultation is the first step.