Atty. John E. Brooks

Atty. John E. Brooks

John Brooks is an experienced labour and employment law lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office. He advises and represents employers on a wide range of labour and employment matters.

38 Years Experience 38 year
Call (416) 362-1011

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About John E. Brooks at a glance

John E. Brooks is a employment attorney, practicing at Hicks Morley Hamilton Stewart Storie LLP. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Admitted to practice in Ontario (1988). Educated at Queen’s University (LL.B.). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada – Band 5 (2026).

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • John Brooks is an experienced labour and employment law lawyer in Hicks Morley’s Toronto office
  • He advises and represents employers on a wide range of labour and employment matters
  • John regularly provides advice to employers regarding union organizing and certification and collective bargaining negotiations
  • He routinely acts as chief spokesperson in collective bargaining negotiations
  • He also advises on all aspects of the employment relationship and the handling by employers of terminations of employment and allegations of harassment and discrimination
  • John represents employers in various forums including rights and interest arbitrations, labour board proceedings, other labour and employment tribunals, and internal university tribunals
  • John has significant experience in the post-secondary education sector and represents a variety of Ontario universities in labour and employment matters
  • John has been the chair of the firm’s University practice group as well as a member of the firm’s Executive Committee

Practice Areas Explained

John E. Brooks's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases John E. Brooks 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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Common questions about John E. Brooks

What practice areas does John E. Brooks handle?
John E. Brooks focuses on employment. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in their licensed jurisdictions.
How long has John E. Brooks practiced law?
John E. Brooks has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did John E. Brooks go to law school?
John E. Brooks earned their education at (LL.B.).
How can I contact John E. Brooks for a consultation?
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What awards or recognition has John E. Brooks received?
John E. Brooks's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada – Band 5; Best Lawyers in America — Employment & Labour, Ontario; Best Lawyers in America — Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory.

Practice Areas

Education

LL.B.
Queen’s University
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Chambers Canada – Band 5
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Employment & Labour, Ontario
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labour Relations (Most Frequently Recommended); Employment Law (Consistently Recommended)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who's Who Legal – Global Leader
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labour & Employment (Recommended)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Who’s Who Legal – National Leader, Canada
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Labour, Employment & Benefits
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Ontario
Admitted: 1988

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