Wrongful Dismissal & Employment Litigation
We represent employees and employers in wrongful dismissal claims, inadequate severance disputes, constructive dismissal matters, unpaid compensation claims, and employment-related litigation.
Strong advocacy. Strategic guidance. Practical solutions.
“Bellagio Law provided professional and friendly service. Their communication was clear and prompt, and I was impressed by their efficiency and deep expertise.I felt their integrity shone through every step. Highly recommend!”
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– Derek J.
Civil litigation involves disputes between individuals, businesses, or organizations where compensation, enforcement, or legal remedies are sought. It is governed by the Alberta Rules of Court and includes matters such as breach of contract, debt recovery, property disputes, professional negligence, and more.
Not every case needs to go to court — we aim for resolution as early as possible. But when litigation is necessary, we are fully prepared to represent you.
At Bellagio Law, we help individuals and businesses across Alberta resolve conflicts efficiently — whether through negotiation, mediation, or full courtroom litigation when necessary.
Our Calgary civil litigation team protects your rights and provides comprehensive legal support during serious disputes involving contracts, employment, debt, property, insurance, injury, estate, surface rights and energy, human rights, and administrative and regulatory matters.
We understand that every dispute is different. We take a practical, strategic approach focused on resolving your matter efficiently while protecting your legal and financial interests.
Our focus is simple: protect your position and pursue the best possible outcome.
We represent employees and employers in wrongful dismissal claims, inadequate severance disputes, constructive dismissal matters, unpaid compensation claims, and employment-related litigation.
We assist with disputes involving employment agreements, termination clauses, non-competition and non-solicitation provisions, compensation terms, and other workplace contractual obligations.
We handle breach-of-contract claims, non-performance, service disputes, payment disagreements, and enforcement of written or verbal agreements for individuals and businesses.
We assist clients with redemption order matters involving secured debts, property interests, mortgage enforcement issues, and disputes where a party seeks to protect or recover an interest in property.
We help with demand letters, negotiations, civil claims, repayment disputes, judgment enforcement, garnishments, and other steps required to recover amounts owed.
We assist with enforcement of judgments, writs, garnishment proceedings, seizure issues, and related civil enforcement steps to help clients collect or respond to enforcement action.
We assist clients with denied, delayed, or disputed insurance claims, including disagreements over coverage, benefits, settlement amounts, and insurer conduct.
We help clients with disability claim disputes involving denied benefits, termination of benefits, medical evidence issues, insurer delays, and disputes over entitlement to coverage.
We assist landlords and tenants with disputes involving unpaid rent, property damage, lease breaches, eviction issues, security deposits, and enforcement of tenancy obligations.
We assist with personal injury disputes involving negligence, accident-related losses, compensation claims, settlement negotiations, and litigation where injuries have caused financial or personal harm.
We represent executors, beneficiaries, and family members in will challenges, undue influence claims, capacity disputes, accounting issues, and estate administration conflicts.
We act for landowners and operators in surface lease negotiations, compensation reviews, right of entry issues, and proceedings before the Alberta Surface Rights Board.
We handle disputes involving energy contracts, royalties, unpaid invoices, operating agreements, and landowner and operator conflicts in Alberta’s energy sector.
We assist with discrimination and accommodation complaints in employment, housing, and services, including matters before the Alberta Human Rights Commission.
We represent clients before tribunals and regulatory bodies, including licensing and professional discipline matters, appeals, and judicial review of government and tribunal decisions.
We assist with civil matters in the Alberta Court of Justice, including contract disputes, unpaid debts, property damage claims, enforcement issues, and claims up to the court’s monetary limit.
We act for companies, shareholders and business owners in commercial disputes, including: shareholder and partnership disputes, oppression remedy applications under the Alberta Business Corporations Act, forced buy-outs, deadlock between equal owners, and removal of a director or partner; commercial contract disputes involving supply, service and distribution agreements, sale-of-business and asset purchase terms, indemnity and warranty clauses, and failure to perform; recovery of unpaid invoices and commercial debt, including demand letters, civil claims, judgment enforcement, garnishment and writs, and defending companies facing collection action; builders’ liens under the Prompt Payment and Construction Lien Act, including registration, enforcement and discharge, and holdback, deficiency and delay claims between owners, contractors and subcontractors; enforcing and defending non-competition, non-solicitation and confidentiality covenants against departing employees, including claims involving diverted clients, staff or confidential information; business torts such as misuse of confidential information, inducing breach of contract, conversion, unfair competition and defamation affecting a business; urgent injunction applications to preserve assets, stop a breach or hold the position steady until the matter is decided; franchise disputes over disclosure obligations, rescission, territory, renewal and termination; and professional negligence claims arising from business losses.
We use retainers and hourly billing—but we explain everything in advance, and work efficiently so you're only paying for real progress.
We prioritize practical solutions that protect your time, your finances, and your family.
In-person, phone, and video appointments available to meet your needs wherever you are.
We walk you through every step with transparency so you’re never left wondering what’s next
You're never left wondering. We return calls and emails promptly, and keep you updated so you always know what's happening in your case.
Small firm. Big impact.
Direct access to your lawyer — no layers to get through.
We respect your time — clear fees, quick turnarounds, honest advice.
We keep things simple, so you can focus on what matters most.
This depends on the complexity of the matter, the court level, and the stage of litigation. We provide clear cost estimates and discuss strategy upfront.
No. Most resolve through negotiation, and mediation Trial is the last resort.
Simple matters may resolve within weeks through demand letters. Court actions may take months to several years depending on complexity, evidence, and scheduling.
Yes. Early review of your documents and position often leads to faster, cheaper resolutions.
Don’t let a dispute threaten your finances, your business, or your peace of mind.
Call 587-329-0999 now to take the first step to take the first step toward resolving your civil matter.
Bellagio Law was incredibly efficient. The staff handled my matter quickly and kept me informed every step of the way. I appreciated the smooth process and fast turnaround on documents. Definitely a top choice for anyone needing a reliable law firm.
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– Darcey R
