COLLECTIVE BARGAINING

Collective bargaining is a crucial aspect of labour relations that directly influences workplace dynamics, productivity, and overall business success. We work closely with our clients to develop strategic approaches tailored to their unique needs and objectives, ensuring favourable and sustainable outcomes.

Our Services

At Hunter Legal LLP, we specialize in providing expert guidance and representation to employers through every stage of collective bargaining.

Strategic Planning and Preparation

We assist employers in understanding their bargaining position, identifying key objectives, and preparing for negotiations. This involves conducting thorough analyses of labour market trends, legal requirements, and the specific circumstances of our clients’ industries and organizations.

Negotiation Support

Our team excels in leading and supporting negotiations with unions. We help employers articulate their positions clearly, respond effectively to union demands, and propose innovative solutions that align with business goals. Our expertise ensures that negotiations proceed smoothly and result in balanced, legally compliant agreements.

Contract Drafting and Review

We offer comprehensive contract drafting and review services to ensure that the final collective bargaining agreements are precise, enforceable, and favourable to our clients. Our meticulous approach minimizes potential disputes and ensures that all terms are clear and legally sound.

Conflict Resolution and Mediation

Our firm provides proactive advice to anticipate and prepare for all outcomes of bargaining.  We aim to resolve issues swiftly and amicably, maintaining positive labour relations and avoiding costly disruptions. Where an impasse is unavoidable, we work with clients to manage the disruption and bring it to a close as quickly as possible.

Interest Arbitration

Our lawyers are adept at knowing when and how best to resolve a collective agreement through interest arbitration. Once we have bargained with the employee union or association to narrow down the remaining issues at play in your collective agreement, we work with you to build and present a compelling case to secure positive and effective results at arbitration. At all times, we work to secure the most efficient and cost-effective route to finalizing a practical, precise, and productive collective agreement.

Compliance and Advisory Services

Post-negotiation, we continue to support our clients in administering and complying with the terms of collective bargaining agreements.

We understand that successful collective bargaining requires a delicate balance between achieving business objectives and maintaining positive employee relations. Our dedicated team provides the expertise, strategic insight, and unwavering support that employers need to navigate this critical aspect of labour management with confidence and success.