Bennett Jones
Tom Richards carries on an employment and labour law practice. Tom has experience in representing and advising both unionized and non-unionized employers in a variety of industries, including the resource, retail, and industrial sectors. Tom has appeared before a number of Courts, administrative tribunals, and government agencies on behalf of employers. Tom has particular experience in assisting employers involved in labour arbitrations and labour board matters. He has also presented to professional organizations on employment and occupational health and safety issues.
Tom likes to be involved in his community and has held leadership roles in a number of advocacy and heritage organizations.
Before joining our Calgary office Tom carried on an exclusive employment and labour practice at a leading western Canadian law firm. Prior to attending law school Tom worked in Executive Council for the Government of Saskatchewan.