Our Firm

SPECIALISED EXPERTISE AND SUPPORT WITH INNOVATIVE LEGAL STRATEGIES

Cavalluzzo lawyers are distinguished by their commitment to providing excellent legal advice and representation and their dedication to advancing equality and social justice. Since 1983, our firm has been advocating on behalf of working people and equity-seeking groups and individuals in Ontario, across Canada and internationally.

Our practice is varied – encompassing labour, public, pension, administrative, Charter, health, education, employment law and class actions, as well as professional regulation, inquiries and inquests – but our dedication to superior advocacy is constant. We represent trade unions, professionals and professional associations, non-unionized employees, multi-employer pension and benefit plans, and other organizations and individuals, in both the public and private sector, assisting them with day-to-day legal problems as well as long-term legal and policy strategies.

We are client-focused and professional. We provide prompt and clear advice and representation. We work to make complex issues understandable and try to ensure that simple matters stay that way. We always discuss with clients in advance the costs associated with large and small projects.

We believe strongly in combating discrimination in all its forms, promoting solidarity and raising awareness of issues affecting the rights of women, persons of diverse racial, cultural, religious, and ethnic backgrounds, persons with disabilities and those with different political views and all sexual orientations and gender identities.

Because we are passionate about what we do, we are fierce and innovative advocates. Our lawyers have won precedent-setting cases, including at the Supreme Court of Canada, and promoted progressive legislative change. Whatever challenge our clients are facing, we are ready to work collaboratively and creatively to solve it.

Recent News

News/27 February 2024

Government Officially Repeals Unconstitutional Wage Restraint Legislation

ONCA confirms Bill 124 is unconstitutional for unionized workers

Ontario's highest Court confirms that Bill 124 violates unionized workers' Charter rights. Cavalluzzo LLP is proud to have represented the Ontario Eng... Read More
News/7 February 2024

Cavalluzzo Honoured to be Named Top Labour & Employment Boutique Firm

Recognized by Canadian Lawyer for 2024-25

Cavalluzzo LLP is honoured to be named a Top Labour & Employment Boutique Firm for 2024-25. Read More
News/1 February 2024

Ryan White Comments on Gig Workers Amidst Employment Rate Drop in Toronto Star

"Gig work model gives the illusion of flexibility"

Cavalluzzo LLP Partner Ryan White was interviewed by the Toronto Star to discuss the surge in gig workers during a declining employment rate in Canada... Read More
News/30 January 2024

Court Rejects RBC DS's Proposed Notice of Certification

Court provides important reasons regarding the content of notice of certification

The ONSC rejected RBC Dominion Securities Notice of Certification, finding their revisions could intimidate class members into opting out. Read More
News/4 January 2024

"When cost of living spikes, workers expect more from employers"

Jeff Andrew comments on the possibility that inflation could continue to have an impact on labour relations in the coming year

In today's Legal Matters, Jeff Andrew discusses the possibility that inflation could continue to have an impact on labour relations in the coming year... Read More
News/22 December 2023

Jackie Esmonde sheds light on suppression of Pro-Palestinian views in Canada

In a recent CBC News article, Jackie provided insight into the growing concern

In a recent CBC News article, Jackie Esmonde provided insight into the growing concern of the suppression of Pro-Palestinian views in Canada Read More