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Rachel Counsell Toronto Lawyer

Rachel Counsell

Associate Fasken
The hallmark of effective labour, employment and human rights advocacy is practical advice that steers clients towards optimal solutions for their business.
Jurisdiction Ontario, 2020
Language(s) English
Office(s) Toronto
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Overview

Rachel practices labour, employment, and human rights law. She provides advice and representation to employers on a wide range of workplace issues.

Rachel has represented provincially and federally regulated employers on wrongful dismissal, accommodation and disability, discrimination, and harassment matters. Rachel has appeared before the Superior Court of Justice and Court of Appeal in Ontario. Rachel also provides proactive advice to employers on all areas touching the workforce, and regularly drafts employment contracts and policies to ensure compliance with legislation.

Rachel received her Juris Doctor from the University of Toronto. While studying at the University of Toronto, she worked as a caseworker at Advocacy for Injured Workers, a community legal clinic representing injured workers in workers’ compensation claims.

Before attending law school, Rachel received a Bachelor of Arts & Science degree from McMaster University.

Prior to joining Fasken, Rachel practiced at a boutique labour and employment firm.

Career & Education

Education

  • JD, with distinction University of Toronto
  • BASc, summa cum laude McMaster University

Knowledge

  • Hard Lessons for Employers in Beginning (and Ending) the Employment Relationship, 11/7/2024
  • Arbitrator Finds Non-Compliance with Hospital’s Vaccination Policy Grounds for Discipline, 7/25/2024
  • More than Words: An Employer’s Conduct Can Invalidate a Termination Clause, 6/6/2024

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