Atty. Michael H. Korbin
Michael practises labour and employment law. He represents employers in all aspects of labour and employment law disputes, including arbitrations, labour board hearings, human rights matters, workers compensation matters, employment standards matters, and wrongful dismissal actions.
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Michael H. Korbin is a Partner, practicing at Farris LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment and civil rights. Admitted to practice in British Columbia (1995). Educated at University of Victoria (LL.B., 1994) and Trent University (B.A., 1990). Recognitions include BV Distinguished. Active member of Affiliations •Member of the Law Society of British Columbia •Member of the Canadian Bar Association.
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- Michael practises labour and employment law
- He represents employers in all aspects of labour and employment law disputes, including arbitrations, labour board hearings, human rights matters, workers compensation matters, employment standards matters, and wrongful dismissal actions
- Michael has acted as counsel for employers in several industries and sectors, including post-secondary institutions
- newspapers
- supermarkets
- transportation companies
- printing companies
- beverage companies
- telecommunications companies
- biotech companies
- occupational health and safety employers
- real estate agencies
- and retail and service sector employers
- Michael knows more about hockey than anyone else in the firm, especially Jeff Kay
- Legal Recognition •Benchmark Canada Litigation Star (2025-2026) •Lexpert Leading Lawyers in Canada (2026) •The Best Lawyers in Canada (2026) •Chambers Canada Ranked Lawyer (2026) •Martindale-Hubbell Ranking (BV) In the News Recognition Farris Receives Top Honours from Benchmark Litigation April 29, 2026 Recognition Farris Shortlisted for Benchmark Canada Awards March 13, 2026 Recognition Farris Lawyers Named in the 2026 Chambers Canada Guide September 25, 2025
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Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Michael H. Korbin is one of 169,120 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys →
Civil rights attorneys for discrimination, police misconduct, constitutional rights, and civil liberties cases.
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