Dirk Kamer

Dirk Van de Kamer is renowned for his expertise in labour and employment law, specializing in management representation. He offers guidance across a spectrum of issues, including collective agreement administration, human rights, employment standards, occupational health and safety, and wrongful dismissal.

Dirk's legal acumen extends to representing clients in arbitrations and various administrative and court proceedings, demonstrating his broad legal prowess.

His dedication to providing comprehensive, efficient, and cost-effective service is unwavering.

Dirk's contributions to the field have earned him recognition in The Best Lawyers in Canada for Labour and Employment Law continuously from 2015 to 2024, and he was listed in the Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory in 2015 for Labour (Management).

As a lecturer, Dirk shares his knowledge with professionals through the Human Resources Professional Association of Ontario and Lancaster House, contributing to the broader understanding of labour and employment law.

His thought leadership is evidenced by his presentations on topics such as family status accommodation and labour arbitration trends at Miller Thomson’s Labour Relations and Employment Law Conference. Dirk’s research and co-authorship of segments in the Canadian Employment Law Factbook and various articles in the Education Law Newsletter highlight his commitment to legal scholarship.

Dirk holds memberships in the Canadian Bar Association (Labour Law sub-section) and the Toronto Board of Trade, reflecting his active engagement in the legal community.

Since being admitted to the Ontario Bar in 1993 after obtaining his LL.B. from Osgoode Hall Law School, York University, and his B.A. in economics from Western University, Dirk Van de Kamer has distinguished himself as a skilled and knowledgeable lawyer in labour and employment law.