Transparency and results for Ottawa employees
If you’ve lost your job, are facing a difficult workplace issue, or were denied disability benefits, one of your biggest concerns might be: “How much will it cost to hire a lawyer?”
At Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, we understand how stressful this time can be – and we don’t believe legal fees should stop you from protecting your rights.
That’s why our approach to fees is built on transparency, fairness, and flexibility, with a range of billing options tailored to your situation.
Transparent and flexible legal fees
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all billing. No two cases are the same, so we offer a variety of fee structures based on the type of legal issue, your goals, and your financial circumstances.
Our options include:
- Contingency fee arrangements (you only pay if we win)
- Flat-rate fees for specific services
- Hourly billing
- Deferred payment plans
Our goal is simple: make access to justice available to everyone, whether you’re fighting for severance pay or appealing a denied disability claim.
Once we understand the details of your case, we’ll recommend the most appropriate option – and explain every step clearly. You always have the final say
No upfront fees for most employment and disability matters
For the majority of cases we handle – especially wrongful dismissal, severance disputes, and disability insurance denials – we offer no upfront fees.
Instead, we work on a contingency basis, meaning:
- You don’t pay anything out of pocket while we work on your case
- We only get paid if we successfully recover compensation for you
- Our maximum contingency fee is one-third of the amount we recover on your behalf
This applies to:
- All disability matters in Ottawa and personal injury matters
- Many employment law matters in Ottawa, especially termination cases
Some issues, like contract reviews or workplace disputes, may not qualify for contingency billing. In those cases, we’ll quote you a flat consultation fee – and only move forward if you’re comfortable.
We offer this risk-free model because nobody should have to choose between financial security and legal support.
What does a consultation cost?
Consultation fees at our firm vary based on your legal issue and the experience of the lawyer you speak with. All disability and personal injury consultations are free, and many employment consultations are also provided at no cost. When a fee does apply, it’s always a flat rate – no matter how long the consultation takes.
Our trained team will first collect the details of your situation, assess whether we can assist, and then explain your next steps, including whether your consultation will be free, or fee based.
All consultations include:
- A detailed review of your documents before the meeting
- A private meeting with an experienced lawyer or licensed paralegal
- Clear, actionable legal advice tailored to your situation
Can you recover legal fees from the other side?
Yes. In many cases, we’re able to recover some or all of your legal fees as part of a negotiated settlement.
When representing employees in severance negotiations, wrongful dismissal cases, and other workplace dispute, we often secure terms that include a contribution from the employer toward legal costs. This helps reduce or eliminate the cost of hiring us.
A strong example is a case we handled against a local dental practice, where our Ottawa team secured 24 months’ pay for a wrongfully dismissed employee. As part of the resolution, the employer covered a significant portion of our client’s legal fees.
What real Ottawa clients say about our fees
We don’t just say we’re fair – our clients do. Here are just a few of our firm’s 2,000+ five-star Google reviews that speak directly to our honesty, transparency, and value:
“I reached out to Samfiru LLP for consultation about an issue with my employer,” wrote Kyle C. “They were capable of concluding in 3 emails and a 30-minute free consultation what took a lawyer at another firm 3 weeks and $700 to determine. There are honest lawyers out there.”
Jorge C. claims “it was well worth the cost. I probably made back 4 or 5 times more than the legal costs I paid. They even got the company to pay part of my legal fees as part of the settlement! Well worth the money.”
After working for a major retailer for over 13 years, Jessie L. was let go without cause. He wrote that “Samfiru Tumarkin LLP was extremely professional. We settled on double my employer’s original severance offer, including coverage of the majority of legal costs. The fees were very fair and I highly recommend you reach out!”
For more real experiences, read reviews from Ottawa clients in my previous article.
What you’re really paying for
When you hire Samfiru Tumarkin LLP, you’re not just paying time. You’re getting:
- Expert legal strategy from Canada’s most experienced employee-side firm
- Local knowledge of Ottawa’s employers and insurers
- Efficient resolution – nearly all cases settle before ever reaching a courtroom
- Risk-free support, when contingency billing applies
We treat every case uniquely and deliver top-tier legal service that’s worth every dollar.
Ottawa’s trusted legal team
We’ve helped thousands of individuals in Ottawa and across Ontario stand up to unfair treatment – and recover millions in compensation.
You’ve heard us on radio, seen us on TV, and read about us online. When the stakes are high, we’re the team that employees and long-term disability claimants trust.
If you’ve been let go, denied benefits, or need legal advice, you don’t have to go through it alone.
Contact our Ottawa office or visit our website to schedule a consultation. We’re ready to help, with clear pricing and no surprises.
