(416) 214-5111

Your Consultation, Step by Step

Answers, not a sales call.

Your situation deserves more than a quick conversation. Get dedicated time with an employment lawyer to discuss your circumstances, review relevant information and understand your legal options. You'll leave with practical advice, greater clarity and a better understanding of your next steps. Your consultation fee is fixed and confirmed upfront, with no obligation to proceed afterwards.

  • Free callback first
  • Flat fee, confirmed upfront
  • Confidential
  • No obligation afterwards

When Employees Should Speak With an Employment Lawyer

If one of these describes your situation, a consultation with us is the right place to start. And the earlier you get advice, the more options you usually have.

Losing Your Job

  • You've been let go or laid off
  • You've been offered a severance package
  • You're told it was "for cause"
  • You have a deadline to sign a release

Changes to Your Job

  • Your pay, hours or duties were cut
  • You've been demoted or relocated
  • You're on a temporary layoff
  • You feel pushed to resign

Bullying and Harassment

  • You're being bullied or harassed at work
  • You've faced sexual harassment or violence
  • Your complaint was ignored or mishandled
  • You were punished for speaking up

Human Rights and Accommodation

  • You've been treated unfairly because of disability, pregnancy, age, race, religion or another protected ground
  • Your employer won't accommodate a medical or family need
  • Your job changed after a medical or parental leave

Contracts and Offers

  • You have a new job offer to sign
  • You're asked to sign a new contract mid-employment
  • Your contract has a non-compete or non-solicitation clause
  • You want your bonus, commission or equity terms reviewed

Pay and Workplace Rights

  • You're owed wages, overtime, vacation pay or a bonus
  • You're treated as a contractor but work like an employee
  • You're facing discipline or a workplace investigation
  • You were penalized for asking about your rights

Work Permits and Employment Issues

  • You have a closed work permit, and your employment has been terminated
  • You're experiencing bullying, harassment or mistreatment by the employer named on your work permit
  • Your employer is threatening to withdraw support for your work permit or immigration application
  • You've been laid off, had your hours reduced or had your working conditions changed, and are concerned about your immigration status
  • You want to leave your employer but are unsure how this could affect your ability to remain and work in Canada
  • You need advice about changing employers or obtaining a new work permit

Don't See Your Situation? Tell us about it on your free callback and we'll let you know whether we can help. Employers can find our services on the employers page.

Why a Paid Consultation Is Worth It

If you have lost your job, or have just experienced harassment in the workplace, time is of the essence. You need prompt, in-depth legal advice from a skilled practitioner. A short free call often leaves you with the same questions you came with.

Paid Consultation with Sultan Lawyers

  • Who you speak withAn employment lawyer
  • Time with youTypically 30–60 minutes
  • Your documentsRelevant documents reviewed in advance, where possible*
  • What you hearAdvice on your situation
  • In writingA summary to keep
  • Where it leaves youWith a plan you can act on

Free Consultation

  • Who you speak withOften an intake screener
  • Time with youUsually a short call
  • Your documentsUsually not reviewed
  • What you hearGeneral information
  • In writingUsually nothing
  • Where it leaves youNeeding another meeting for answers

Our complimentary callback is intentionally brief. It allows us to offer initial direction and confirm whether we can assist with your matter. It is not a consultation.

What a Flat Fee Consultation Gives You

  • A Prepared LawyerRelevant documents are reviewed in advance where possible, so your time goes to your questions.
  • Advice on Your SituationA direct opinion on your rights, your risks and any deadlines.
  • Your Options ComparedEach path forward, with its likely cost and timing.
  • A Plan You Can Act OnMany clients go on to negotiate their own severance.
  • No Pressure to Sign UpWe're paid for the advice, so we tell you what we really think.
  • A Written SummaryAfter the meeting you receive a summary of the advice, yours to keep and use as you wish.

Please note: The consultation typically lasts 30–60 minutes. The extent of document review will depend on the volume and complexity of materials provided and the time available. Not all documents may be reviewed before the consultation. Additional research and preparation may be undertaken following the meeting when required to complete your written summary.

How It Works

Follow the path from your first call to a clear plan.

  1. Contact Us

    Call us at (416) 214-5111, or complete our online form and briefly tell us about your employment situation.

    Free Callback Free

    We'll discuss your situation, provide initial direction and confirm whether we believe we can assist. We'll also explain the consultation fee and next steps. No charge for the callback.

  2. Book Your Consultation Flat fee

    Choose a convenient time and pay one fixed fee. Your fee is confirmed before you book.

    We Review Your Information

    Send us your relevant documents and information. Your lawyer will review the materials provided in advance, where time and the nature of your matter permit.

  3. Meet With Your Lawyer

    Discuss your situation directly with an employment lawyer. Get practical advice on your rights, options, risks and any important deadlines.

    Receive Your Written Summary

    Following your consultation, receive a comprehensive written summary of the advice, recommendations and relevant research to keep for your records.

  4. Leave With a Plan

    Understand where you stand and what to do next. You can act on the advice yourself or have Sultan Lawyers assist you further.

If You Hire Us: Three Ways Fees Can Work

Your lawyer recommends the arrangement that suits your matter, and you agree to it in writing before we start.

Flat Fee

One fixed price for a clearly defined task or service within your matter.

Hourly

You pay for the time spent working on your matter, at an agreed hourly rate. We provide an estimate of anticipated fees upfront.

Contingency

Our fees are based on an agreed percentage of the amount recovered on your behalf. Available for eligible matters, subject to agreement.

Our lawyers are supported by experienced paralegals who may assist with aspects of your matter at lower hourly rates, where appropriate. Your lawyer can discuss the most cost-effective approach with you.

Is the consultation fee credited if I hire you? In some matters, yes. It depends on the type of work, and we'll tell you before you book.

Your written agreement lists the fees, any out-of-pocket costs (disbursements) and HST, so nothing comes as a surprise.

What Sets Sultan Lawyers Apart

Employment and Workplace Immigration Law

We practise exclusively in employment law and workplace immigration law, advising clients across Canada and internationally.

Experience on Both Sides

We represent both employees and employers, bringing valuable insight into workplace disputes, negotiations and legal strategy.

Recognised Legal Expertise

Sultan Lawyers is recognised as a Tier 1 firm by The Best Lawyers in employment law. Principal Lawyer Sharaf Sultan is also recognised in The Best Lawyers in Canada 2027 for Labour and Employment Law.

Who We Represent

Employees

Wrongful dismissal, severance, constructive dismissal, employment contracts, workplace harassment, discrimination and human rights.

Employers

Employment contracts and policies, workplace investigations, terminations, human rights matters and workplace immigration.

Preparing for Your Consultation

We encourage you to share any relevant documentation. A complete file isn't required, and a brief summary of key dates will help your lawyer prepare.

For Employees

  • Employment contract or offer letter
  • Termination letter and any severance offer
  • Details of your pay, bonus and benefits
  • Relevant emails or messages
  • Any deadline you've been given to respond

For Employers

  • The employee's contract and any amendments
  • Relevant workplace policies
  • Performance or disciplinary records
  • Any complaint, demand letter or claim received
  • The decision you're facing and your timeline

Important for employees: Please speak with us before you sign a severance agreement, resign or respond to your employer in writing. Each of these steps can limit your legal options.

Frequently Asked Questions

Why don't you offer free consultations?

We do not believe that short free calls provide what clients need: complete legal advice. We will not offer clients something we cannot stand behind.

How much is the consultation?

It's a flat fee. We confirm the amount on your free callback, before you book.

How long is it, and how do we meet?

A consultation typically lasts 30–60 minutes. You can meet your lawyer online, by phone or in person at our Toronto office.

Is it worth paying if I'm not sure I have a case?

Yes. If your claim is weak, you find out before spending more time and money. If it's strong, you learn what it's worth and how to pursue it.

Do I have to hire you afterwards?

No. The consultation stands on its own.

I have a deadline. How soon can I be seen?

Mention the date when you call and we'll do our best to fit you in.

Why not take my case on contingency from the start?

Contingency suits some claims and not others. The consultation is where your lawyer learns enough to recommend a fair arrangement.

Can you help with immigration as well?

Yes. We handle workplace immigration for employers and workers, so a job issue that affects a work permit can be looked at together.

Disclaimer

This page is general information, not legal advice. Contacting Sultan Lawyers does not create a lawyer-client relationship.

Fee arrangements depend on the matter and are confirmed in writing before any work begins. Descriptions of free consultations are general and may not reflect every firm.

* Consultation length and document review will depend on the nature and complexity of your matter, the volume of materials provided and the time available. Not all documents may be reviewed in advance. Additional time may be dedicated to research and preparation of your complimentary written summary following the consultation.

Sultan Lawyers PC, 212 Adelaide Street West, Suite 300, Toronto, ON M5H 1W7.

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