Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP, with origins dating back over a century, has established itself as a cornerstone of the Saskatchewan legal community. The firm offers a comprehensive suite of legal services, encompassing corporate and commercial law, labour law, insurance, criminal defense, and family law. With a team of more than 20 lawyers, the firm leverages extensive contacts and a collaborative approach to address a wide array of client needs.

The firm's reputation is bolstered by its history of distinguished service and leadership. Notably, F.W. Johnson served as Chief Justice of the King's Bench and later as Lieutenant Governor of Saskatchewan, while E.D. Bayda held the position of Chief Justice of the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal until 2006. Additionally, several former partners have been appointed to the Saskatchewan Court of King's Bench, underscoring the firm's commitment to excellence and its influential role within the legal community.

Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP is dedicated to providing exceptional, cost-effective, and informed legal services to the residents and businesses of Saskatchewan. The firm's client service approach emphasizes direct communication, encouraging clients to reach out to lawyers via email or phone to discuss their legal needs. This commitment to accessibility and personalized service reflects the firm's longstanding tradition of serving the community with integrity and professionalism.

About Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP

Founded in 1997


Practice areas
Business
Civil & Human Rights
Criminal Defense
Family
Employment & Labor

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Business

Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP offers comprehensive corporate and commercial legal services tailored to businesses of all sizes. Their experienced lawyers assist clients with a range of matters, including business start-ups, incorporations, complex commercial negotiations, and contract drafting. The firm is committed to delivering practical solutions that address the unique challenges faced by each client.
Accounting & Auditing
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Banking & Finance
Business Registration
Communications & Media Law
Contract
Due Diligence
Employer
Environment
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Health Care
Investment
International
Legal Document
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Oil, Gas & Energy
Securities
Tax
Transportation
Venture Capital
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing

Civil & Human Rights

Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP offers legal services in Criminal Law and Charter of Rights, focusing on defending clients against criminal charges and protecting their constitutional rights. Their team provides representation in criminal proceedings and addresses issues related to the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. They assist clients in navigating the complexities of the legal system, ensuring that their rights are upheld throughout the legal process.
Civil Rights
Constitutional Law
Disability
Disability Insurance
Social Security Disability
Discrimination
Native People
Education Law
Military Law
Animal Law
Faith-Based Law
State, Local, and Municipal Law
Veterans Benefits

Criminal Defense

Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP offers comprehensive criminal defense services, led by partner John M. Williams, who has been recognized by Best Lawyers (Canada) since 2012 for his work in this field. With experience representing clients at all levels of court in Saskatchewan and applications at the Supreme Court of Canada, the firm handles a wide range of criminal cases, including those involving Charter of Rights issues. Their approach emphasizes thorough preparation and tenacious advocacy to achieve the best possible legal outcomes for clients. Additionally, the firm is committed to expanding its criminal defense practice, as evidenced by its recent search for an associate lawyer with a focus on criminal law and civil litigation.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Cannabis
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

Family

Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP's family law team assists clients in navigating complex matters such as child custody and access, child and spousal support, division of assets, and divorce proceedings. Their lawyers are qualified as Collaborative Professionals and Parenting Coordinators, offering alternative dispute resolution options. They regularly represent clients in the Court of Queen’s Bench and the Saskatchewan Court of Appeal, ensuring comprehensive legal support throughout the process.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Employment & Labor

Gerrand Rath Johnson LLP offers comprehensive legal services in employment and labor law, representing both employers and employees across a wide spectrum of workplace issues. For employees, the firm provides counsel and representation in wrongful dismissal cases, prosecutes complaints under the Canada Labour Code, advocates in human rights and other administrative proceedings, assists in negotiating severance and exit packages, and reviews and drafts employment contracts. Employers benefit from the firm's expertise in defending wrongful dismissal actions, addressing complaints under the Canada Labour Code and human rights legislation, representing clients in administrative proceedings including Workers' Compensation Board matters, negotiating severance and exit packages, investigating and mediating workplace disputes, and developing employment contracts and workplace policies. Additionally, the firm maintains an exclusively union-side labor practice, offering extensive experience in collective bargaining, grievance and arbitration processes, and representation before provincial and federal labor relations boards and human rights tribunals.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

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