Lawyer Profile

Alexander H. Leaver

Winnipeg, Manitoba

Alexander H. Leaver

Overview

Alex’s practice is focused in the areas of labour, employment, and human rights law. He primarily provides advice to employers and employees on employment contracts, employee manuals, collective agreement administration, discipline, termination, wrongful dismissal, employment standards, and human rights issues.

Alex joined TDS as an articling student in 2015 and became an associate lawyer in 2016.

Alex is a member of the Canadian Association of Counsel to Employers (CACE), which is the leading management side labour and employment lawyers organization in Canada.

Termination Clause Interpreted in Employer’s Favour: Manitoba Court Sides with Employer in Fixed-Term Employment Contract Dispute

A recent decision from the Court of King’s Bench of Manitoba upheld a termination clause that limited an employee’s entitlements to the minimum required by law, even though he had… Learn More

It is common knowledge for employers that harmonious relations within the workplace are ideal for the health of both their businesses and their employees. As a result, situations of workplace… Learn More

Labour and employment law had some interesting developments in 2016. What follows are a few highlights from the last year and an introduction to an issue that may attract significant… Learn More

Ecopoxy’s Chief Executive Officer, Jack Maendel, began collaborating with TDS Partner, Silvia de Sousa, at a pivotal moment in the company’s history. Following the launch of their innovative soybean oil-based… Learn More

Bar Information

Called to the bar: 2016 (MB)