Halley Auger

Area of Legal Expertise Labour and Employment Law

Geographical Focus Calgary, Alberta

Professional Profile Halley Auger is a distinguished employment lawyer, holding the position of Associate within the Labour and Employment Law practice group at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP. Her professional activities are centered in Calgary, where she offers her legal expertise to clients across Alberta.

Comprehensive Legal Practice Halley's legal practice is marked by its diversity and depth. She adeptly advises and represents both employers and employees in a wide spectrum of employment law matters. Her areas of focus include:

• Navigating wrongful dismissal cases

• Addressing constructive dismissals

• Conducting severance negotiations within Alberta's legal framework

• Resolving human rights and harassment complaints

• Drafting and reviewing employment contracts and policies

• Advising on employment standards

Robust Legal Background Before her tenure at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, which began in February 2023, Halley spent nearly a decade honing her skills in general civil litigation at a prestigious law firm in Calgary. This experience has equipped her with sound judgment and an adaptable, balanced approach to legal challenges.

Client-Centric Approach Halley's methodology in legal practice is characterized by a blend of care and attentiveness. She prioritizes making her clients feel confident and secure in their legal rights, especially in their most vulnerable moments.

Litigation Experience As a seasoned litigator, Halley has a formidable track record. She has represented clients successfully at all judicial levels in Alberta, including the Court of Appeal. Her experience extends to various administrative tribunals, including the Human Rights Commission and the Social Security Tribunal of Canada.

Personal Interests Outside the legal sphere, Halley pursues a range of hobbies that reflect her creative and adventurous spirit. She is passionate about glassblowing and sewing, enjoys golfing, and cherishes spending time in the mountains with her husband and dog.