M. Jean Torrens

Partner at MLT Aikins LLP

M. Jean Torrens is a highly respected partner at MLT Aikins LLP with a distinguished career in employment and labour law. Jean acts as a strategic partner with human resources and business leaders to successfully navigate complex legal situations involving employees and unions. With extensive experience representing management, she skillfully conducts collective bargaining, provides nuanced advice on discipline and terminations, and addresses challenging human rights and harassment concerns within the workplace.

Jean is renowned for her pragmatic guidance on employment law matters such as the use of medical and recreational cannabis by employees, and she offers decisive support to employers faced with urgent Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) situations. Additionally, she has a strong track record in defending employers against litigation.

Jean is an active member of the Canadian Bar Association, Labour & Employment (South) Section, where she previously served as chair, and is also a member of the Canadian Association of Counsel to Employers (CACE). Her exceptional legal expertise has been recognized nationally: she is acknowledged for employment and labour law by Chambers Canada (2021–present), and she has been named a leading practitioner for employment law (employer) and workplace human rights (employer) by The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory. Additionally, she is recognized for her dedication to labour and employment law by Best Lawyers in Canada (2014–present).

Call to Bar: 1995 (Saskatchewan); 2007 (Alberta)
Phone: (403) 693-4342
Fax: (403) 508-4349
Email: [email protected]

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