Ranked #1 in Calgary
Based in Calgary
67/100LFR Score
Ranked #1 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.7★ from 656 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Employment Lawyers in Calgary, AB: 2026 rankings
45 employment lawyers ranked by LFR ScoreUpdated 0 paid placements in this rankingHow we rank →
The short answer
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Highest LFR Score in Calgary: Osuji & Smith: Employment Lawyers, Business, Real Estate & Family Law, LFR Score 67/100; 4.7★ from 656 Google reviews.
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Open 24 hours (per Google): Employment Law Advocates, posts 24/7 hours; ranked #4 of 45.
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Most-reviewed: Litco Law, 923 Google reviews at 4.8★, the most of 45 ranked; ranked #5.
Rankings can't be bought. Lawyers can't pay to change their rank or score. How we rank
45 Calgary employment lawyers are ranked here by LFR Score, from nine published factors. 4 are open 24/7, 4 open Saturdays and 4 open Sundays, based on posted hours. The median Google rating is 4.7★ across 45 rated law firms.
Top 10 employment lawyers in Calgary at a glance
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Based in | Hours | Notable for |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Osuji & Smith: Employment Lawyers, Business, Real Estate & Family Law | 67 | 4.7★ (656) | Calgary | — | Top score |
| 2 | Samfiru Tumarkin LLP | 67 | 4.8★ (366) | Calgary | — | — |
| 3 | Bow River Law LLP | 66 | 4.9★ (214) | Calgary | — | — |
| 4 | Employment Law Advocates | 66 | 5.0★ (15) | Calgary | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Open 24 hours |
| 5 | Litco Law | 64 | 4.8★ (923) | Calgary | Open 24 hrs (Google) | Most reviews |
| 6 | Taylor Janis Workplace Lawyers - Calgary | 63 | 4.4★ (183) | Calgary | — | — |
| 7 | JSB Calgary Employment Law | 63 | 4.6★ (89) | Calgary | — | — |
| 8 | TZ Law | Employment Lawyers | 63 | 5.0★ (41) | Calgary | — | — |
| 9 | YYC Employment Law Group | 61 | 4.4★ (39) | Calgary | — | — |
| 10 | Calgary Litigation Employment Lawyers | 61 | 5.0★ (14) | Calgary | Evenings | — |
All 45 employment lawyers in Calgary, in rank order
Ordered by LFR Score, a 0–100 score from nine published factors. Paid placement never changes the order.
Ranked by our published LFR Score from public data, not by payment; a rank is not an endorsement or a prediction of results.
Scores below: based on 7 of 9 factors; bar status and recency not yet collected. Hatched segments mark factors we don't have yet.
Based in Calgary
67/100LFR ScoreRanked #2 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.8★ from 366 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based in Calgary
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #3 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 214 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based in Calgary
66/100LFR ScoreRanked #4 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 15 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
#5 Litco Law
Based in Calgary
64/100LFR ScoreRanked #5 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.8★ from 923 Google reviews, the most in Calgary.
Based in Calgary
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #6 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 183 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based in Calgary
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #7 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 89 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based in Calgary
63/100LFR ScoreRanked #8 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 41 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based in Calgary
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #9 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 39 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based in Calgary
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #10 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 14 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based in Calgary
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #11 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 230 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Calgary
61/100LFR ScoreRanked #12 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 18 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
#13 Forte Law
Based in Calgary
60/100LFR ScoreRanked #13 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 10 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
#14 Francis Law
Based in Calgary
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #14 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 3.7★ from 35 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Employment attorney”.
Based in Calgary
59/100LFR ScoreRanked #15 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 51 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#16 Litco Law
Based in Calgary
58/100LFR ScoreRanked #16 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.6★ from 55 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Personal injury attorney”.
#17 Shivji Law
Based in Calgary
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #17 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.9★ from 316 Google reviews.
Based in Calgary
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #18 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 37 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Calgary
57/100LFR ScoreRanked #19 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 474 Google reviews.
Based in Calgary
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #20 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.5★ from 542 Google reviews.
Based in Calgary
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #21 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.4★ from 53 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#22 Jade Sunrise Law
Based in Calgary
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #22 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 4.9★ from 127 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
Based in Calgary
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #23 because of its Google rating and review volume: 4.6★ from 207 Google reviews.
#24 OP Lawyers LLP
Based in Calgary
56/100LFR ScoreRanked #24 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 95 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
#25 Camino Law Group
Based in Calgary
55/100LFR ScoreRanked #25 because of its Google rating and practice area focus: 5.0★ from 73 Google reviews, listed on Google as “Law firm”.
All 45 employment lawyers
#1 to #25 are shown in full above. Here are #26 to #45, in LFR Score order; each links to its profile.
| Rank | Business | LFR Score | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 | Stonetree Law | 55 | 4.5★ (207) | In Calgary |
| 27 | Resolute Law Group | 55 | 4.7★ (113) | In Calgary |
| 28 | Guardian Law Group LLP | 55 | 4.8★ (94) | In Calgary |
| 29 | Badyal Legal | 54 | 4.9★ (53) | In Calgary |
| 30 | Bayda Disability Law | 53 | 4.8★ (43) | In Calgary |
| 31 | First West Law LLP | 53 | 4.8★ (44) | In Calgary |
| 32 | Getz Collins and Associates | 53 | 4.7★ (47) | In Calgary |
| 33 | Rodin Law Firm | 52 | 4.8★ (33) | In Calgary |
| 34 | Craig Law | 52 | 4.7★ (34) | In Calgary |
| 35 | KedgeAnchor Law | 52 | 5.0★ (22) | In Calgary |
| 36 | Aarbo Fuldauer LLP | 50 | 4.0★ (28) | In Calgary |
| 37 | Parmar Law | 50 | 4.5★ (15) | In Calgary |
| 38 | Sangha Law | 50 | 3.0★ (26) | In Calgary |
| 39 | DBH Law Group | 49 | 3.3★ (29) | In Calgary |
| 40 | Douglas Holl Professional Corporation | 48 | 4.0★ (4) | In Calgary |
| 41 | SVR Lawyers | 48 | 3.0★ (32) | In Calgary |
| 42 | Field Law | 48 | 3.1★ (57) | In Calgary |
| 43 | Cassels | 48 | 3.3★ (3) | In Calgary |
| 44 | McCaffery Mudry Pritchard | 48 | 2.8★ (4) | In Calgary |
| 45 | Harmony Law | 47 | 5.0★ (10) | 37 km |
Also serving Calgary
20 more employment lawyers within 64 km that we can't rank yet: too few reviews, or a practice area we couldn't confirm. Listed A to Z.
| Business | Google rating | Distance |
|---|---|---|
| Ackah Law | 4.7★ (204) | In Calgary |
| Alberta Legal | Criminal Lawyers Calgary | 5.0★ (145) | In Calgary |
| Alloy LLP | 5.0★ (72) | In Calgary |
| Ansari Immigration Law | 4.9★ (80) | In Calgary |
| Calgary Family Law Associates | 4.0★ (57) | In Calgary |
| Calgary Legal Guidance | 3.7★ (149) | In Calgary |
| Caron & Partners LLP | 4.6★ (146) | In Calgary |
| Du Plooy Law | 4.7★ (54) | In Calgary |
| Jones Divorce and Family Law | 4.3★ (64) | In Calgary |
| Laws & Beyond | 4.8★ (140) | In Calgary |
| Legal Aid Alberta | 3.5★ (233) | In Calgary |
| McLeod Law LLP | 3.8★ (100) | In Calgary |
| MD Law Group | 4.5★ (69) | In Calgary |
| Miller Immigration Law Firm | 5.0★ (149) | In Calgary |
| Outsiders Law | 5.0★ (81) | In Calgary |
| PRECISION LAW & NOTARY LAW FIRM | 4.8★ (88) | In Calgary |
| Strategic Criminal Defence | 5.0★ (852) | In Calgary |
| Taurus Law Calgary | Family, Business, and Litigation Lawyers | 5.0★ (66) | In Calgary |
| Top Tier Law Office | 4.8★ (100) | In Calgary |
| Walsh LLP | 4.2★ (129) | In Calgary |
How we ranked Calgary employment lawyers
We scored 45 Calgary employment lawyers on nine factors, weighted as shown. A law firm is ranked when its practice area is confirmed and it has 3 or more Google reviews or a claimed profile. A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency. Other unknown factors are left out, not counted as zero. Scores last refreshed November 9, 2026.
Paid placement never changes a rank or score. Attorney advertising businesses are paid, labelled, limited to 3 and shown above the ranking, outside it.
| Factor | Weight | Computed from | In Calgary data |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reputation | 25% | Google star rating, adjusted for how many reviews back it | Measured |
| Bar status | 10% | An active bar or law society record matched to a lawyer at the firm (not measured until a record source is loaded) | Not yet collected |
| Review volume | 10% | Number of Google reviews, compared with the most-reviewed firm on the list | Measured |
| Recency | 10% | Share of reviews from the last 12 months | Not yet collected |
| Availability | 5% | Weekly office hours, Saturday, Sunday, and phones answered 24/7 | Measured |
| Practice focus | 15% | How clearly the firm practises this area (its Google category and name) | Measured |
| Proximity | 5% | An office in the city scores highest, less the farther away it is | Measured |
| Claimed profile | 10% | The firm has claimed its Law Firms Ranked profile (free and paid earn the same) | Measured |
| Law Firms Ranked reviews | 10% | Verified client reviews collected by Law Firms Ranked: their rating and how many there are | Measured |
How to choose an employment lawyer
- Check the lawyer’s status and any public discipline in the state bar or law society directory.
- Ask how many employment law matters the lawyer handles each year, and who at the firm will do the work.
- Get the fee arrangement in writing: hourly, flat or contingency, and which costs are charged on top.
- Ask how and how often the firm will update you, and how fast it answers calls and emails.
- Read recent reviews for how the firm communicated and billed, not only for outcomes.
- Ask whether the firm represents employees, employers or both, and whether that creates a conflict for your matter.
- Meet more than one firm; many offer a short first consultation, sometimes free.
Questions to ask an employment lawyer
- How would you approach a matter like mine, and what are the realistic options?
- How do you charge, and what will the total likely cost?
- Who will be my main contact, and how quickly do you reply?
- Do you represent employees, employers or both?
- What could I recover, and what would it cost me?
- Is there any conflict of interest that would stop you representing me?
Terms explained
- Contingency fee
- A fee that is a share of the money recovered, paid only if there is a recovery. Common in injury cases; not allowed for criminal defense or for securing a divorce.
- Retainer
- Money paid up front and held in a trust account, which the lawyer draws on as fees are earned.
- Flat fee
- One set price for a defined piece of work, such as a will or an uncontested matter.
- Limited-scope representation
- Paying a lawyer for part of a matter only, such as reviewing documents or coaching for one hearing (also called unbundled services).
- Statute of limitations
- The deadline to file a lawsuit or charge. It differs by state or province and by type of claim.
- Good standing
- A lawyer’s status as active and eligible to practise with a state bar or law society.
- Law society
- The body that licenses and disciplines lawyers in a Canadian province or territory.
- Board certification
- Recognition in a field of law by a state program or an organisation accredited for that purpose. Lawyers may only claim it when they hold it, naming the certifying body.
- Attorney–client privilege
- The rule that keeps confidential communications between a client and lawyer, made for legal advice, out of court.
- Conflict check
- The search a firm runs before taking a matter to make sure it does not represent someone on the other side.
- Pro bono
- Legal work done for free, usually for people who cannot afford a lawyer.
- Legal aid
- Publicly funded legal help for people with low incomes, through legal aid offices, public defenders or provincial legal aid plans.
Employment lawyers in Calgary: frequently asked questions
Which employment lawyer has the highest LFR Score in Calgary?
By LFR Score, the highest-ranked employment lawyer in Calgary, AB is Osuji & Smith: Employment Lawyers, Business, Real Estate & Family Law with an LFR Score of 67/100. It has 4.7★ from 656 Google reviews. Samfiru Tumarkin LLP (#2) and Bow River Law LLP (#3) follow. We ranked 45 employment lawyers on nine factors, last updated November 9, 2026.
How many employment lawyers are there in Calgary?
LawFirmsRanked ranks 45 employment lawyers serving Calgary, AB. 44 of them are based in Calgary; the rest serve it from nearby towns. Another 20 within 64 km are listed but not ranked yet. Counts are as of November 2026.
Which employment lawyers in Calgary are open 24/7?
4 ranked employment lawyers in Calgary post 24/7 hours. The highest-ranked are Employment Law Advocates (#4), Litco Law (#5) and Share Lawyers Calgary (#15). Hours come from each law firm's Google listing as of November 2026, so call to confirm.
Which employment lawyers in Calgary work on weekends?
4 of 45 ranked employment lawyers post Saturday hours and 4 post Sunday hours. The highest-ranked open Saturdays are Employment Law Advocates (#4), Litco Law (#5) and Share Lawyers Calgary (#15). Posted hours are office hours; many firms meet clients by appointment outside them.
What Google rating do Calgary employment lawyers have?
The median Google rating among 45 rated employment lawyers in Calgary is 4.7★, with a median of 47 reviews. Litco Law has the most, 923 reviews, and ranks #5. We adjust ratings for review count, so a few five-star reviews cannot top the list.
How does LawFirmsRanked rank employment lawyers?
Each employment lawyer gets a 0–100 LFR Score from nine published factors, led by reputation (25%), practice focus (15%), review volume (10%) and recency (10%). A law firm with no Google reviews scores zero on rating, review volume and recency; other factors we cannot measure are left out. Only law firms with a confirmed practice area and 3 or more reviews, or a claimed profile, are ranked.
Do employment lawyers outside Calgary count in this ranking?
Yes, if they are within 64 km of the Calgary city centre, our service radius for employment lawyers. Each listing shows where the law firm is based and how far away it is. Proximity is 5% of the LFR Score, so a nearby law firm gets a small edge.
Can employment lawyers pay to rank higher on LawFirmsRanked?
No. The LFR Score never reads payment status, and this ranking has 0 paid placements. Up to 3 Featured law firms may appear above the list, labelled Attorney advertising and showing their honest rank.
How do employment lawyers in Calgary, AB charge?
Employment lawyers who represent employees often work on contingency for wrongful dismissal claims; advice on severance offers may be a flat fee. Ask for the fee arrangement in writing before you agree.
Should I sign a severance offer right away?
Not before getting advice: employees in Canada may be owed more than the minimum notice in provincial employment standards law. A lawyer can review the offer and any deadline in it. This is general information, not legal advice.
How is this list of employment lawyers in Calgary, AB ranked?
By LFR Score only, from public data on reviews, practice focus, office location and hours. Firms labelled “Attorney advertising” paid for that placement; payment never changes a rank, and a rank is not an endorsement.
Does a lawyer need an office in Calgary?
No, but the lawyer must be licensed in your province (or, for federal matters such as immigration, in some province). A local office makes meetings and court appearances easier, so proximity is one of our factors.
Update log for Calgary
- November 2026: LFR Scores recalculated for 45 employment lawyers serving Calgary.
- November 2026: 1 duplicate listing merged.
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