If you’ve been let go, handed a questionable severance package, or forced out of your job, you’ve likely gone online looking for answers. For many, that search leads to one of Canada’s most recognized employment lawyers – and a common question:
“What are the reviews like for Lior Samfiru?”
As the co-founding partner of Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, Lior Samfiru has built a national reputation of helping non-unionized employees challenge unfair treatment – and win. His firm has represented over 50,000 individuals across Ontario and beyond, recovering millions in compensation.
But behind the headlines, resources, and legal wins are real people who trusted Lior and his team to protect their livelihoods.
Here’s what they had to say.
Trusted by professionals – and recommended by leaders
One review comes from D.B., VP of Finance at a well-known Ontario university:
“Samfiru Tumarkin were hired on to represent us after we heard of their expertise. They demonstrated exceptional knowledge on the particulars of risk and liability. Further, their communication was timely and professional… qualities that make them a pleasure to work with.”
This level of trust isn’t unusual. Whether it’s a high-level executive or someone navigating their first-ever termination, clients praise Lior’s expertise, strategic insight, and results.
“I found Lior through one of his YouTube livestreams. It changed everything.”
Melissa L., an Ottawa client recently laid off after 14 years, discovered Lior online while researching her rights.
“I stumbled onto one of his livestreams. Within minutes, I realized my severance offer wasn’t close to what I was owed. I contacted the firm right after. It was the best decision I made – my package went from four weeks to nearly a year.”
“I heard him on CFRA, and I knew who to call.”
S.V., a longtime listener of the Employment Law Show on Newstalk 580 CFRA, didn’t hesitate when he lost his job:
“I was offered two weeks’ severance after years of service. Because of what I learned from the show, I knew that it wasn’t even close to fair. My lawyer fought for me and got my employer to pay months of severance, plus cover my medical expenses and legal fees.”
A legal voice many already know – and trust
Lior Samfiru isn’t just a name you read about. He’s a familiar voice to thousands of Canadians.
As the host of the Employment Law Show, airing across Ontario television stations like CTV and Global News, he’s helped countless employees understand their rights and make informed decisions.
But beyond education, the real impact comes from action. Clients consistently describe Lior as:
- Clear and honest about legal strategy
- Prompt and professional in communication
- Focused on fair outcomes, not drawn-out litigation
“Lior and his team were professional, compassionate, and extremely helpful,” wrote S.R., who turned to the firm after being laid off from a role she held for over 20 years. “They secured the best possible outcome. Everything worked out phenomenally.”
No upfront fees for most employment matters
One of the reasons so many reviews name Lior directly is because of the firm’s fee transparency – a topic covered in this OBJ feature on Samfiru Tumarkin LLP’s legal fees.
For most wrongful dismissal matters in Ottawa and across Ontario, clients pay nothing upfront. The firm only gets paid if they recover compensation.
“This gave me peace of mind,” said R.T., who reached out for help after reviewing her severance offer following a layoff from a managerial role. “They handled everything quickly, and I never felt pressured.”
A lawyer who leads by example
Lior Samfiru and his team continue to lead some of Canada’s most impactful employment cases. These include:
- A $157,000 severance win for a municipal employee on a two-year fixed-term contract, let go after only a few months in their role
- A $400 million class action lawsuit against Uber, challenging the classification of drivers and delivery workers as contractors
- His firm’s role in pressuring Hudson’s Bay to reverse a controversial severance decision, after it shortchanged laid-off employees by basing severance on reduced pandemic salaries
One of Canada’s most reviewed law firms
More than 2,000 five-star reviews have been left for Lior Samfiru and his team – making Samfiru Tumarkin LLP the most reviewed employment lawyers in Ottawa, and across Canada, on Google.
See more feedback in this review roundup from real clients.
Before you sign that severance package, read the reviews – then get advice
In Ontario, severance pay can reach up to 24 months’ compensation – but most employers offer far less.
That’s why thousands of non-unionized Canadians – including many in Ottawa and the National Capital Region – are turning to Lior Samfiru and his team for advice before signing anything.
Contact our Ottawa office to schedule a consultation today.
