Fiona Martyn

Specialization

• Employment Law

Locations of Practice

• Ottawa and Toronto, Ontario

Professional Overview Fiona Martyn, a dynamic Ontario employment lawyer, brings her expertise as a Senior Associate to Samfiru Tumarkin LLP's Labour and Employment Law practice group. Excelling in her role, Fiona operates out of the firm’s offices in both Toronto and Ottawa, where she skillfully represents a diverse clientele, including both employers and employees.

Areas of Legal Proficiency Fiona's legal prowess encompasses a wide spectrum of employment law matters, demonstrating a profound understanding and application in areas such as:

• Navigating the complexities of wrongful dismissal cases in Ontario.

• Handling dismissals, encompassing both for-cause and without-cause scenarios.

• Expertly addressing constructive dismissal cases.

• Advising on the intricacies of temporary layoffs within Ontario.

• Negotiating and drafting severance agreements.

• Crafting and revising employment agreements.

• Advocating for human rights in the workplace.

• Resolving issues related to workplace harassment and discrimination.

Background and Experience Prior to her current role at Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Fiona honed her skills at a boutique labour and employment firm in Toronto, where she gained invaluable experience in both articling and practicing law. Her background in advising both sides of the employment spectrum – employers and employees – equips her with a uniquely balanced and insightful perspective, enhancing her ability to strategize and advise her clients effectively.

Advocacy and Resolution Skills Fiona is recognized for her vigorous advocacy and unwavering commitment to achieving practical, timely, and efficient resolutions for her clients. Her approach seamlessly blends negotiated settlements with assertive litigation tactics when necessary.

Litigation and Tribunal Representation Her litigation proficiency is marked by successful appearances in various judicial and tribunal settings. These include the Superior Court of Justice, the Small Claims Court, the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario, the Ontario Labour Relations Board, the Grievance Settlement Board, and the Social Security Tribunal of Canada.

Personal Interests Beyond her legal career, Fiona is an avid explorer of life's many dimensions. Her passions include traveling, delving into the musical realms of piano and guitar, and culinary adventures in discovering new restaurants within the city.