Atty. Benjamin Hecht
Benjamin has over 35 years of experience in the Labour and Employment field and focuses on providing advice to management in both union and non-union workplaces. Following a three-year term as VP Corporate Counsel for a national trucking company, Benjamin joined Pitblado Law in 2009, became a Partner in 2011, was appointed to the Executive Committee in 2012, and occupied the role of Managing Partner from 2013 – 2022.
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About Benjamin Hecht at a glance
Benjamin Hecht is a employment attorney based in Winnipeg, Manitoba, practicing at Pitblado LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Employee Benefits Law (2026) and Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026). Serves clients in Winnipeg, MB and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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- Benjamin has over 35 years of experience in the Labour and Employment field and focuses on providing advice to management in both union and non-union workplaces
- Following a three-year term as VP Corporate Counsel for a national trucking company, Benjamin joined Pitblado Law in 2009, became a Partner in 2011, was appointed to the Executive Committee in 2012, and occupied the role of Managing Partner from 2013 – 2022
- With over 35 years of experience in the Labour and Employment field, Benjamin focuses primarily on providing advice to management in both union and non-union workplaces
- He represents clients in all labour and employment-related matters, including proceedings before labour boards, arbitrators, administrative tribunals, and in court
- Benjamin is skilled in negotiating collective agreements and drafting workplace policies as well as employment contracts, including those for executive positions
- Additionally, he advocates for “C-Suite” executives during contract negotiations and dispute resolution processes
- Benjamin represents employers in the federal sector, as well as those in Ontario and all the Western Provinces
- Benjamin’s extensive experience and expertise have garnered recognition from Best Lawyers® in Canada for his achievements in Labour and Employment Law
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Why local counsel matters in Manitoba
Practicing law in Manitoba. Legal matters in Manitoba are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Winnipeg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Manitoba state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Manitoba brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Manitoba courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
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