Lior Samfiru
Owner @Samfiru Tumarkin Llp
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WORK HISTORY
Owner @Samfiru Tumarkin Llp
Toronto, ON, CA
As Co-Founding Partner of Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, I oversee the firm’s employment law practice, providing strategic leadership and ensuring the highest standard of legal services. In my role, I focus on representing non-unionized employees in a variety of workplace matters, including wrongful dismissal, severance package negotiations, constructive dismissal, and workplace harassment.Day-to-day, I manage the firm\'s growing team of employment lawyers across Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia, and assist them as they navigate complex legal cases. I also work directly with clients to resolve disputes, and guide them through negotiations, litigation, and alternative dispute resolution processes. I also collaborate with our team of skilled lawyers to develop innovative legal strategies that deliver results for our clients.
EDUCATION
York University - Osgoode Hall Law School
Bachelor of Laws - LLB
SKILLS
ABOUT LIOR SAMFIRU
As Co-Founding Partner of Samfiru Tumarkin LLP and a trusted employment lawyer, I’ve built my career advocating for non-unionized employees facing workplace challenges. My focus has always been on providing clear, practical legal advice and helping individuals resolve employment disputes with confidence.Over the past 20 years, I’ve worked on a wide range of employment law matters, from negotiating fair severance packages to addressing issues like wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, and workplace harassment. My team and I have recovered millions of dollars in compensation for employees across Ontario, Alberta, and British Columbia, ensuring that individuals receive the outcomes they deserve.As an employment lawyer, I’ve had the privilege of representing clients in high-profile cases, including the landmark Uber Class Action lawsuit, helping them secure the severance packages they were owed. These cases highlight my commitment to fighting for fairness in the workplace and holding employers accountable.Through my work with Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, I’ve also developed innovative tools to make employment law more accessible to Canadians. Tools like the Pocket Employment Lawyer and the Severance Pay Calculator provide free, easy-to-use resources that empower individuals to understand their workplace rights and evaluate what they may be owed.I’m proud to co-host the Employment Law Show and Ask a Lawyer, Canada\'s only dedicated TV and radio programs on workplace rights, and to lead live Q&A livestream sessions that allow Canadians to ask pressing legal questions directly. In addition, I’m frequently recognized by numerous publications, including The Globe and Mail, as one of Canada\'s Best Employment Lawyers. My insights on employment law and legal trends are regularly featured on local and national outlets such as CBC, Global News, CTV, and CP24.Our firm has helped over clients, and we are one of the most reviewed law firms in Canada, with more than positive Google reviews. These achievements reflect our commitment to excellence and the trust we’ve built with our clients.If you’ve been let go from your job, denied fair severance, or are dealing with workplace issues, there are options available. Visit Samfiru Tumarkin LLP to learn more and connect with my team to start the conversation. Together, we can help you navigate your situation with clarity and confidence.
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