Calgary Employment Lawyers
Trusted by over 1,000 Calgary employees for straightforward, flat-rate legal advice
Calgary Employment Law Evolved
At Evolution Legal, we believe employment law should not be complicated. It should work for people. That belief is at the core of our approach, which is focused on helping employees resolve workplace issues with clarity, efficiency, and fairness.
We focus exclusively on employees and keep every step simple. Your employment matters too much to worry about delays or unpredictable costs. With one flat-rate fee and clear communication from start to finish, you’ll always know where you stand.
How Our Flat-Fee Model Works
One all-inclusive fee
You pay only one fee in the process. There are no monthly invoices or escalating fees.
We manage the entire negotiation
We research your case, prepare all legal correspondence, and communicate with your employer on your behalf.
Settlement-focused, not litigation-first
Our goal is to resolve your matter quickly and fairly, without the need for costly or drawn-out litigation.
Stephen has been instrumental in helping me out with my work conflict. I appreciate all the help and look forward to the solution he has helped pave the way for. — Melissa Penner
Calgary Employment Law Services
Wrongful Dismissal & Severance Review in Calgary
If you have been dismissed, you may be entitled to more than what your employer has offered. Canada is not an at-will jurisdiction. Employers must provide fair notice or pay in lieu. We help Calgary employees with severance review offers, identify missing entitlements, and negotiate fair compensation before you sign anything.
Constructive Dismissal in Calgary
When an employer changes your pay, role, or working conditions without your consent, it may qualify as constructive dismissal in Calgary. We help employees determine whether those changes breach essential employment terms and, if so, pursue compensation efficiently, often without the need for litigation.
Employment, Non-Competition / Non-Solicitation & Non-Disclosure Agreements in Calgary
Employment contracts and restrictive covenants can greatly affect your future. We review, explain, and negotiate employment agreements to ensure they’re fair and enforceable. Whether you’re starting a new job or facing restrictive clauses, we help you understand your rights before you sign.
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Meet Stephen Dugandzic
Stephen Dugandzic is the founding and managing lawyer of Evolution Legal. Called to the Alberta Bar in 2014, Stephen brings a wealth of knowledge and dedication to his practice.
His competence in employment law, combined with his compassionate approach, ensures his clients receive the utmost support throughout their legal journeys. Stephen has helped over 1,000 Calgary employees protect their workplace rights and achieve fair resolutions.
Evolution Legal operates as a modern virtual law firm. Stephen meets with clients through secure Zoom consultations, making it easy for employees across Alberta to access legal advice without the need for in-person appointments.
Stephen believes employment law should be straightforward, efficient, and human. His approach — Employment Law Evolved — combines clear communication, transparent fees, and a results-driven focus on helping employees move forward with confidence.
What Calgary Employees are Saying
“Starting a business comes with a lot of unknowns. Evolution Legal made the legal side the one thing I never had to worry about for Vigée Dental. They set me up for success from day one, looked out for both me and my team, and did it all with incredibly reasonable fees and response times that honestly shocked me. I felt seen, supported, and well taken care of every step of the way. Truly grateful. Thank you!”
“Stephen provided me with much-needed advice and guidance during a very difficult period in my career. I could not be more impressed with their command and expertise of the law as it pertained to my situation. Their employees-first brand and reputation is well earned. If you are a worker facing an unjust working situation, you would be a fool to not contact Stephen for help.”
“Within a few minutes of chatting, Stephen had a great grasp on my current situation. Was attentive, and kept me at ease with his answers. Would absolutely recommend for any problems or questions labour related. You’ve got a client, and a great referral from me in the future sir!”
“I had some contract-related questions and requested a general contract review. Stephen Dugandzic did simply a great job and provided some valuable insights. A very client oriented firm. Highly recommendable”
Client Stories
Although past results are not always indicative of future results, and we can never guarantee a specific outcome in a case, the following are two real-world case examples demonstrating what we try and achieve for our clients (names are fictionalized).
Mike
Mike was a senior leader in his organization and earned total compensation of approximately $280,000 per year, inclusive of commissions. Mike had worked for his Company for less than three years. A year earlier, a change in Mike’s reporting relationship occurred and Mike had a new boss. Mike continued his strong performance under his new boss but things soon deteriorated in the working relationship. A month before coming to us, Mike had been placed on a performance improvement plan, something he disagreed with. After voicing his concerns about the performance improvement plan, Mike was informed by Human Resources that he had four weeks to find a new position within the organization or he’d be terminated. Mike was unable to find a suitable position within the organization, and his employment was terminated without cause.
Result: We negotiated an enhancement of approximately $23,000 to Mike’s severance
for a total of four (4) months’ pay in lieu of notice.
Time to complete: 1.5 weeks
Jane
Jane came to us after her employment of 31 years was terminated on a without cause basis. Jane earned a base salary of $100,000 and was eligible to receive an annual bonus equal to 20% of her base salary. The Company’s termination letter initially offered Jane approximately 17.5 months of her base salary as severance and failed to provide for full payment of her annual bonus.
Result: We negotiated a 2-month enhancement to Jane’s severance to 19.5 months. Importantly, we negotiated payment of Jane’s full annual bonus of $20,000. Jane received an additional payment of approximately $37,000.
Time to complete: 2 weeks
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