Atty. Robert James
Rob was been head of the Parlee McLaws LLP Labour and Employment Group for over 20 years and has extensive experience in the practice of labour and employment law. Rob advises a wide variety of federally and provincially regulated clients on labour and employment matters including grievance arbitrations, Part III Canada Labour Code adjudications, human rights complaints and hearings, wrongful dismissal litigation, dismissal planning, collective bargaining, privacy complaint hearings, defence of occupational health and safety prosecutions, workers’ compensation issues, and the development of em
Corporate And Commercial Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Edmonton, AB
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About Robert James at a Glance
Robert James is a employment, business, litigation, and education attorney based in Edmonton, Alberta, practicing at Parlee McLaws LLP. Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Corporate and Commercial Litigation (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Education Law (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Labour and Employment Law (2026). Serves clients in Edmonton, AB and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Robert James
- Rob was been head of the Parlee McLaws LLP Labour and Employment Group for over 20 years and has extensive experience in the practice of labour and employment law
- Rob advises a wide variety of federally and provincially regulated clients on labour and employment matters including grievance arbitrations, Part III Canada Labour Code adjudications, human rights complaints and hearings, wrongful dismissal litigation, dismissal planning, collective bargaining, privacy complaint hearings, defence of occupational health and safety prosecutions, workers’ compensation issues, and the development of employment contracts and personnel policies
- Rob’s trial and appeal experience is extensive and he has appeared before every level of Court in Alberta
- In addition, Rob has comprehensive knowledge of, and experience in, extra-judicial dispute resolution processes, including mediation, judicial dispute resolution, and arbitration
- Rob’s clientele include many public and non-public Alberta based and national companies
- He also acts for a number of secondary and post-secondary educational institutions, and a number of non-profit organizations
Practice Areas Explained
Robert James's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Robert James handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Edmonton.
Employment Law in Edmonton
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Robert James is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Alberta →
Business & Corporate Law in Edmonton
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Robert James is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Alberta →
Civil Litigation in Edmonton
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Robert James is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Alberta →
Education Law in Edmonton
Education attorneys for special education (IEP), school discipline, Title IX, and student rights.
Robert James is one of 23,864 education attorneys indexed nationally. Browse education attorneys in Alberta →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Edmonton
Practicing law in Alberta. Legal matters in Alberta are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Edmonton are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Alberta state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Alberta 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 Alberta courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Edmonton Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Edmonton-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Edmonton Choose Robert James
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Robert James's practice in the field of employment, business, litigation, and education.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and litigation, Robert James can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Edmonton
A Edmonton-based practice means Robert James attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Robert James Handles in Edmonton
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Robert James has experience with under Alberta law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
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