Matthew Demeo

Matthew excels as a labor and employment lawyer, blending practical insight with strategic acumen to guide employers through complex workplace challenges and represent them in negotiations and legal proceedings.

He expertly navigates employers through various human resources dilemmas, such as hiring, disciplinary actions, and severances, as well as crafting executive employment contracts, addressing labor relations, and managing organizational adjustments, including downsizings and shutdowns. Matthew offers counsel to both private and public entities on adhering to employment standards, upholding human rights, and preventing workplace bullying, harassment, and safety violations, extending his expertise across North America and internationally.

Representing employers across various forums, including labor arbitrations, administrative tribunals, and in Ontario and Federal courts, Matthew's comprehensive practice sees him leading collective bargaining talks and aiding employers during critical moments like union drives and strikes.

Renowned for his strategic advice on employment and labor aspects of corporate deals, Matthew drafts and enforces crucial employment documents and conducts workplace investigations, in addition to offering educational sessions on numerous employment-related topics.

Before embarking on his legal career, Matthew gained valuable experience as a Human Resources Manager in the manufacturing sector, providing him with a unique perspective on the challenges his clients face.

Armed with a J.D. from Queen's University, a Master’s in Industrial Relations and Human Resources from the University of Toronto, and an undergraduate degree from the University of Western Ontario, Matthew's academic background lays a solid foundation for his legal practice.

His achievements include being honored with the Vincent Principi Memorial Award in Labor Law and the David Sabbath Prize in Collective Agreement and Arbitration in 2012, reflecting his prowess in the field.

Matthew is a sought-after speaker, sharing his insights on pressing workplace issues like vaccination policies and navigating the Canada Labour Code's evolving landscape at professional seminars.

A member of the Law Society of Ontario, the Canadian and Ontario Bar Associations, and the Canadian Association of Counsel to Employers, Matthew is well-regarded in the legal community for his expertise in labor and employment law.