Atty. Jackie VanDerMeulen

Atty. Jackie VanDerMeulen

Jackie VanDerMeulen practices all aspects of labour, employment and human rights law. She is a skilled advocate who regularly represents employers in labour arbitrations, interest arbitrations, federal and provincial labour board matters, human rights proceedings (including pay equity), employment litigation and applications for judicial review.

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About Jackie VanDerMeulen at a glance

Jackie VanDerMeulen is a employment attorney based in Toronto, Ontario, practicing at Fasken. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026). Serands clients in Toronto, ON and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Jackie VanDerMeulen practices all aspects of labour, employment and human rights law
  • She is a skilled advocate who regularly represents employers in labour arbitrations, interest arbitrations, federal and provincial labour board matters, human rights proceedings (including pay equity), employment litigation and applications for judicial review
  • She also supports employers with collective bargaining and day-to-day employment advice
  • Jackie has gained valuable experience in pay equity, employment equity and other aspects of equitable pay
  • Her technical knowledge of the pay equity process, including job evaluations and compensation comparison, together with her advocacy experience and knowledge of labour relations, have positioned Jackie to collaborate with dozens of Canada's largest employers on their pay equity strategies
  • Jackie advises Canadian businesses (operating both inside and outside of Canada), on how to best manage the risk of human rights impacts in their operations and supply chains, as well as guiding them on corporate reporting obligations, including those under Canada’s new Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act

Practice Areas Explained

Jackie VanDerMeulen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Jackie VanDerMeulen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Employment Law

Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Ontario

Practicing law in Ontario. Legal matters in Ontario are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Toronto are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Ontario state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Ontario brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Ontario courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Jackie VanDerMeulen

Where is Jackie VanDerMeulen's law office located?
Jackie VanDerMeulen's law practice is located in Toronto, Ontario. The firm is Fasken. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Jackie VanDerMeulen handle?
Jackie VanDerMeulen focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Ontario.
How can I contact Jackie VanDerMeulen for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has Jackie VanDerMeulen received?
Jackie VanDerMeulen's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law.

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Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law
- 2026

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