Bow River Law LLP is pleased to announce significant developments within the growing law firm as it continues to strengthen its position as a leading employment law practice in Calgary and Alberta. The firm welcomes a new associate, recognizes recent professional achievements by one of its co-founding partners, and reaffirms its commitment to providing comprehensive legal services to workers and employers across the province.
New Associate: Shane Varjassy Joins Bow River Law
Bow River Law welcomes Shane Varjassy as an associate at the firm’s Calgary office. Varjassy practices in civil litigation with a focus on employment law, labour law, and human rights.
Prior to joining Bow River Law, he articled with a boutique firm in Saskatoon and later worked as a litigation associate, representing clients before civil provincial courts, the Federal Court of Canada, a range of administrative tribunals, and in alternative dispute resolution settings.
During law school, Varjassy volunteered with a legal clinic that provided legal services to marginalized individuals in Saskatoon.
Varjassy’s legal background includes work in both employment and civil litigation. His client focused approach supports Bow River Law’s commitment to clear communication, practical advice, and strategic advocacy. Varjassy will be working closely with the firm's leadership team as he expands his practice in employment and labour law.
Leadership Recognition: Joel Fairbrother Appointed Chair of the CBA Employment Law (South) Section
Co-Founding partner Joel Fairbrother has recently been appointed Chair of the Canadian Bar Association Alberta Employment Law (South) Section. In this role, he will be contributing to the coordination of educational sessions, professional development initiatives, and collaborative opportunities for employment lawyers across southern Alberta.
Fairbrother’s appointment reflects his ongoing efforts to support the advancement of employment and labour law practice in the province. His work with the CBA includes fostering discussion on emerging legal issues, legislative developments, and best practices that impact both employees and employers.
Thought Leadership: Joel Fairbrother Receives Mondaq Thought Leadership Award
Bow River Law is also proud to recognize that Fairbrother has been awarded the Mondaq Thought Leadership Award for Employment and Human Resources. This award highlights practitioners whose published insights demonstrate depth of expertise and sustained value to readers across the legal and business community.
Fairbrother’s contributions on employment law topics have been widely read in Canada and internationally. Mondaq’s award program identifies authors whose commentary ranks among the most engaged content in its database. Recent articles written by Fairbrother have addressed evolving workplace standards, termination issues, and trends affecting Alberta workers and organizations.
"We are pleased to share these updates as our firm continues to grow and contribute to the employment law community.” Notes Fairbrother, “Shane’s arrival strengthens our capacity to support clients through a wide range of workplace disputes, and I am honoured by the opportunities provided through the CBA and by the recognition from Mondaq. Our team remains committed to offering clear guidance, skilled representation, and practical solutions for Albertans who need support with employment law challenges."
Bow River Law’s Commitment to Serving Albertans
Bow River Law offers a full spectrum of employment law services to employees, unionized workers, and employers. The firm provides representation and advice in wrongful dismissal claims, constructive dismissal disputes, just cause matters, employment contract reviews, severance negotiations, human rights complaints, workplace investigations, and issues related to the Employment Standards Code.
The firm also handles litigation involving discrimination, harassment, retaliation, and accommodation requests. Its legal team assists clients at all stages of the employment relationship, including hiring, performance management, discipline, policy development, and termination. Bow River Law has extensive experience before Alberta courts and administrative bodies and works to resolve disputes through negotiation, mediation, and litigation when required.
Bow River Law will continue to expand its services and knowledge resources to meet the evolving needs of workers and employers in Alberta. With new team additions and continued leadership recognition, the firm remains focused on delivering practical, informed, and effective legal support.
For more information about these announcements or to arrange a consultation, interested parties may contact Bow River Law LLP directly at (587) 391-7601 or by visiting their office at 540 5 Ave SW #1240, Calgary, AB T2P 0M2. Additional details about the firm’s services, team members, and legal resources can also be found at https://bowriveremploymentlaw.com/.
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