Bio
Tessa is a labour and employment and commercial litigation lawyer known for her professional, meticulous, and timely approach to legal issues.
Within her labour and employment practice, Tessa has experience handling matters such as wrongful dismissals, occupational health and safety concerns, employment standards, human rights, and workplace policy advisement/enforcement. She serves private sector clients in various industries, including construction, healthcare, industrial supplies, marketing, and sales.
Tessa provides support to employers in drafting various workplace agreements and policies, encompassing employment and contractor agreements, confidentiality agreements, restrictive covenants, remote work policies, and violence and harassment policies.
In her commercial litigation practice, Tessa is skilled in matters involving contractual disputes and insurance defence. She has appeared before the Alberta Court of Justice and Court of King's Bench, and the Human Rights Tribunal for administrative proceedings.
Whether working with individuals, small businesses, or institutions, Tessa strives to deliver top-notch service to her clients by establishing expectations early and maintaining timely communication. Her keen eye for detail and calm demeanor help ensure an accurate work product.