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Our approach is simple.

We want to understand your circumstances, your concerns, and your goals. Then we will provide you with cost-effective, strategic advice.

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HR Lawyers, Employment Lawyers, Workplace Lawyers…whatever you call us, you’ll be glad you did.

Working with Employees

We work with individuals to help them through their workplace challenges.

Whether you are a CEO, a line worker, or somewhere in between, you need to ensure that you understand your rights.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Thoughtful and Strategic Alternative Dispute Resolution

Stuart offers mediation, arbitration, and med-arb services to help you or your client bring their dispute to an end.

Working with Employers

You don’t have employment law issues; you have business decisions to make.

We are your Trusted Advisor, helping you make strategic decisions at all stages of the employment relationship.

Who We Are

Meet Your Team

Whether you are an employee or an employer, the employment relationship is one of the most important legal relationships that you will enter into. It can have dramatic implications for you, your family and/or your business. It’s not “just business”; this is your livelihood. You want to be sure that you understand your rights and obligations. That’s where we come in.

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What Others Say

Testimonials

Very proactive and understanding

Very proactive and understanding

I had a need to retain the services of a lawyer for a personal legal matter. As I worked at Miller Thomson at the time, in the IT department, I had knowledge of several lawyers I could have worked with but I chose Stuart because I felt that he had integrity and a sense of what is right and what is wrong. In the course of working with him on my legal issue over the next year, I found him to be very proactive and understanding of my issues in this matter. He handled everything with professionalism and class. I would, and have, highly recommended him to anyone that is in need of any legal advice or the services of a litigation lawyer.

Unwavering Commitment to Excellence
Having worked with Rudner Law for nearly 20 years, I’ve seen firsthand their unwavering commitment to excellence. As an HR professional, I knew our documentation needed an update, but I didn’t realize how many hidden risks we were carrying until we completed their HR Check-UP. Stuart and his team strip away the legal jargon to deliver clear, compliant foundational documents—contracts and policies truly tailored to our business culture. Their expertise provides the peace of mind that allows our team to stop worrying about compliance and focus on strategic HR. They offer an amazing starter package of HR services to help your organization meet legal and ethical requirements in a cost-effective way.
Knowledgeable, strategic and responsive

Knowledgeable, strategic and responsive

I have known Stuart for several years, and he has consistently provided my firm with strategic legal advice regarding our employment law concerns. He responds quickly to deal with any issues that arise, and also works with us proactively to reduce our liability while also maximizing our rights as an employer. He is knowledgeable, strategic and responsive, and we look to Stuart and his team as Strategic Advisors when it comes to employment law.

Stuart can be counted on

Stuart can be counted on

Stuart is a leader of the employment law bar. He keep abreast of every development in his practice area, and through his blog and constant media presence he helps others keep up as well. Stuart can be counted on to provide practical advice and wise counsel on all aspects of employment law. A good guy to have in your corner!

Some Testimonials

Very proactive and understanding

Very proactive and understanding

I had a need to retain the services of a lawyer for a personal legal matter. As I worked at Miller Thomson at the time, in the IT department, I had knowledge of several lawyers I could have worked with but I chose Stuart because I felt that he had integrity and a sense of what is right and what is wrong. In the course of working with him on my legal issue over the next year, I found him to be very proactive and understanding of my issues in this matter. He handled everything with professionalism and class. I would, and have, highly recommended him to anyone that is in need of any legal advice or the services of a litigation lawyer.

Knowledge, skill and dedicated attention to the case at hand

Knowledge, skill and dedicated attention to the case at hand

Workplace Safety Group has a long-standing, professional relationship with Stuart Rudner, of Rudner Law, both as its’ corporate counsel, and as a referral resource for clients dealing with issues around workplace harassment and violence, unlawful dismissal and other employment issues. All clients WSG has referred have had successful outcomes due to Mr. Rudner’s knowledge, skill and dedicated attention to the case at hand.

On a personal note, Stuart is approachable, values-centred and an exceptional communicator, stemming from his passion to help his clients. Where some might hesitate to contact a lawyer, I would recommend Rudner Law as a first stop when dealing with employment matters. WSG is fortunate to have Rudner Law on our team as legal counsel, and to the benefit of our clients.

If you ever require hight level advice

If you ever require hight level advice

I had the pleasure of meeting Stuart in 2008. He was highly recommended to me by the General Counsel of one of Canada’s largest employers. If you ever require high level advice regarding HR Legal matters I would also recommend him.

Where To Find Us

Events, Appearances and In the News

Events, Appearances and In the News

Upcoming Events

Practical HR Law: Strategic Contracts & Policies, AI, and High-Stakes HR Decisions 

Oct72026
9:45 am - 11:15 am

Join Nadia as she presents at an upcoming Central West HRPA’s hybrid event. Nadia will be discussing the importance of strategic contracts and policies, AI in hiring, and strategy with respect to performance management, accommodation and terminations.

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Dismissal in Focus: Termination Clauses, Just Cause, and the Post-Baker Landscape

Oct132026
12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join Stuart in a one-hour session covering termination clauses in the post-Baker v. Van Dolder’s landscape.

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Responding to the Workplace Mental Health Crisis Conference

Nov92026
2:30 pm - 3:15 pm

Geoffrey Lowe will be a featured faculty speaker at the upcoming Infonex national conference, “Responding to the Workplace Mental Health Crisis”. He will be addressing “The Fix for the High-Cost Risk of Workplace Drug and Alcohol Testing Gone Wrong”.

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Recent Media Appearances

Stuart Quoted in Benefits Canada on Benefits Fraud Investigations

June 15, 2026
Managing Partner Stuart Rudner was recently featured in Benefits Canada, offering expert commentary on a landmark Ontario Human Rights Tribunal decision that has significant implications for employers and plan sponsors across Canada. The case involved a former Canada Life employee who was terminated following an investigation into an alleged benefits fraud scheme.
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Stuart Offers the Toronto Star a Candid Take on Wage-Theft Lawsuit

May 29, 2026
A class-action lawsuit against One Community Solutions (OCS) — a private security company formerly contracted by the City of Toronto — has escalated, with OCS filing a crossclaim arguing the city and TTC bear responsibility for the alleged mistreatment of its workers. Employees are suing OCS for systemic wage theft, unpaid overtime, and unsafe working conditions. Stuart offered a candid take on the workers' prospects: "We'd like to think governments won't work with bad actors and would take action once they discover something wrong — but there is a difference between what is legal and what is ethical."
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Stuart Rudner Discusses Employment Rights Amid Amazon Delivery Drivers’ Strike in Saskatoon

May 13, 2026
In a recent interview with CTV News Saskatoon, Employment Lawyer Stuart Rudner weighed in on the ongoing strike by delivery drivers contracted by Dragonfly, a company that delivers packages for Amazon. The workers, who are classified as independent contractors, walked off the job to protest unsafe working conditions, unpredictable scheduling, and falling piece-rate pay, with some stating, “They don't need drivers, they want slaves.” Stuart Rudner explained that issues surrounding the misclassification of gig workers as independent contractors have been on the rise in recent years. Because these drivers are not classified as traditional employees, they lack standard employment protections such as minimum wage guarantees, benefits, and the right to unionize easily. This case highlights the growing tension in the gig economy and the urgent need for clarity regarding workers' rights and employer obligations.
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