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5/29/25 |
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I have used him in the area of human rights and he is widely seen as the best in the area, perhaps the Province. I don't have experience with him in the area of employment/labor but I have heard positive things about him.
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3/10/25 |
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Wade got me a great settlement. He knew the other lawyer and was able to present facts favorably for me and they paid a fair amount. He reduced his contingency fee for me without me asking. I really appreciated his expertise. He was very genuine with me and very strategic in the negotiations for my settlements. I recommend Wade.
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7/19/24 |
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I was reffered by a very senior lawyer who recommended me to contact wade for my human rights case , he is just phenomenal, very client oriented , take well care of you and listens to you , he got me landed a good settlement . His expertise and knowledge in human rights and employment law is excellent , I would not even give a second thought of your case is human rights or employment law , he shall provide you for what you deserve . I have had earlier interactions with other lawyers who didn’t convince me and before even reading my case concluded that it must not be a human rights case , however wade instantly took my case and provided me justice ! Highly recommend him .
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5/26/24 |
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Top lawyer but mixed bag otherwise in employment group at R&M. Make sure you get Wade.
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5/16/24 |
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Busy guy but none better! I have and will use him as long as he's practising!
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4/24/24 |
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There is no way you will find a better Lawyer in this province or country! He is incredibly smart, capable and is always there for you. I never once felt he wasn't in my corner.
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4/1/24 |
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I am a lawyer and my practice sometimes involves employment law. The LSO service (Can C&A) connected me with Wade and he has gone above and beyond helping me. He is very knowledgeable and responsive. I can't speak to value as he did not bill me but there is no rating for Not Applicable above.
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3/26/24 |
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Wade advised me in a professional discipline matter. What struck me the most about his representation is how strategic he is and focused on the objective. I was very impressed with his work.
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2/13/24 |
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Good lawyer. Who knows if reviews are accurate or BS though. Try him out and see for yourself. I would only use him.
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2/1/24 |
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Good lawyer. Negotiated me a good settlement. I recommend Wade.
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1/29/24 |
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Wade is Hamilton's high profile lawyer. Any time there is an issue in the City, the media turns to Wade. I see him on CHCH, in the Hamilton Spec, on 900 CHML, etc. We are lucky to have him. He has the ability to highlight legal issues and wrongs in a way that not many other lawyers do. We are lucky to have him although I suspect we may see him in Toronto in the near future. I've sat on a board with him in the past and used his legal services. Wade is a person of tremendous integrity and is one of the most hardworking people I've had the pleasure of working with.
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1/28/24 |
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I have known Wade for four years. He is one of the best, most strategic lawyers I have worked with and I highly recommend him. He cares about his clients. He’s busy but hey would you want a lawyer who isn’t.
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12/5/23 |
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Wade is a principled lawyer. That is the most important characteristic in my humble opinion. If you look back at his legal work, he takes on cases that are unpopular but necessary. There is no greater calling for a lawyer in my view (my uncle and cousin are lawyers). To face criticism to fight for a cause is something many lawyers simply do not do. I chose Wade to help me based on this background and the recommendation of three of four lawyers I spoke with in the area looking for the right lawyer for my employment law case.
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9/26/23 |
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Mr Poziomka has my highest praise and strongest recommendation. He is smart, returns calls within a day or two (better than most lawyers I've dealt with), and most importantly talks like a regular person. He was a pleasure to deal with and I'd use him again in an instant.
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9/14/23 |
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Thought dude was stuffy at first, but he's hilarious and an awesome lawyer. Strategic. Don't underestimate that noggin.
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8/1/23 |
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Hamilton’s best for employment law. I’ve used him years ago with an employment issue and currently for a human rights issue. No complaints. Top drawer.
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7/4/23 |
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Initially I wanted a female lawyer given my experience, but Jennifer's consultation fee was $350 and Wade was nearly half the price for a consultation with a much more impressive background. Wade is busy and it took me sometimes several days to book an appointment with his assistant. The wait is worth it though. He is an excellent lawyer and I felt comfortable speaking with him and quickly came to trust his advice. While it is difficult to tell from one experience and a number of interactions, I do genuinely believe he cared about my outcome and had my best interests in mind. I found him to be very strategic and an 'outside of the box' thinker. We are lucky to have his level of talent in the City in human rights (there are not many human rights lawyers in the province let alone our City). He gave me a discount on my legal fees without me requesting it and overall my experience was very positive. I would use him again if I ever need a lawyer.
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6/30/23 |
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He helped me a lot when another lawyer said I couldn't get help because I was in a union. I got the sense he really cared about my well being. He's a good guy and great lawyer.
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4/18/23 |
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I found Wade to be a very reasonable lawyer. He is pragmatic and can switch quickly between being reasonable with opposing counsel to negotiate a good settlement for me, to being very aggressive when it was needed to iron out an issue that arose. I will use him again if I ever need a labor lawyer (hope I don't though).
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4/1/23 |
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Overworked and in high demand. Simply the best. Knows the law but most lawyers (not all do). What sets him apart is relationships and a brilliant strategic mind.
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3/22/23 |
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Wade is a unique lawyer - quirky and highly effective.
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3/7/23 |
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Wade is pragmatic and very persuasive. He gets things done and uses strategy outside of the hearing room. I’ve used him for our employer work and also once for a family member. Best lawyer in our city. The only criticism I have is that he doesn’t waste time and can come across as rushed (he is very busy) and doesn’t make time for small talk. I hire him as an awesome lawyer, not a friend and so couldn’t be happier.
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11/23/22 |
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Mr. POziomka knows human rights better than anyone I know. Highly recommended
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8/25/20 |
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Very good lawyer. He does our employer work and is very practical at resolving issues for us without expensive litigation. He does a lot of work for the community. Good choice for employers In the City.
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5/21/20 |
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I came to Wade after I was fired from my job in a very embarrassing and degrading way. He was amazing. He provided me with legal advice on how to proceed with a human rights lawsuit against my old boss. He managed to set me up to do well.
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5/13/20 |
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People say hes a good lawyer but I personally found him to be unreliable and inconsiderate as he missed our first meeting without any explanation and had me waiting without even telling me he wouldn't make it.
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10/10/19 |
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The best there is for Human Rights and Employment issues. Knows his stuff and always took the time to listen and care about me as his client. I would definitely recommend him to anyone!
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7/8/19 |
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He is one of the busiest lawyers I know. If I need to talk to him quickly it is early mornings (6:30 or 7:00 am) or later in the evenings. Its worth it though. He is the best lawyer for human rights issues and knows his stuff. He's practical and gets stuff done without litigation.
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3/30/19 |
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I called Wade for a consult. He wasn’t available until the following week and I was offered a quicker appointment with another lawyer. I declined having heard Wade is the best and having been referred to him by three people I trust. I spoke to Wade on the phone - he had reviewed all of my material in advance and I was impressed. He had a few questions and then went over the risks and benefits of litigating. I found him to be knowledgeable, very direct and forthright. I chose to retain him. He did a great job for me. It takes a few days for a phone appointment with him. He is busy but there is a reason for that. I appreciate his directness. It is refreshing. He also stood by me, pushing the other side for every last penny. His achievements are unreal for a lawyer his age. His experience was essential in getting me the result he obtained. I’m very happy with him and while hope I don’t find myself in a human rights situation again I would highly recommend him to anyone who does.
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12/27/18 |
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Wade did a great job for me. I was told I didn't have a case by other lawyers but clearly what happened to me was wrong. He brought an application, with a novel argument and got me a great settlement. I would strongly recommend him. His humour and compassion made a difficult situation much easier for me. He had a great rapport with the human rights mediator who spoke very highly of him to me. He was also recommended by 2 of the 3 lawyers who couldn't help me (two from Toronto and one from Hamilton). From my limited perspective he really is the best human rights lawyer in Hamilton and perhaps the province.
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9/24/18 |
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He is a very good lawyer who does not get caught up on the smaller issues. I found him to be a strategic thinker who understands the larger issue and is willing to sacrifice a battle to win the war. His is quick and very strategic. He is not afraid to look outside of the legal forum to advocate for his client and is an excellent choice for high profile or significant cases. I recommend him.
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8/27/18 |
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He was opposing counsel against my company in a human rights trial. At the outset, when he walked in the room the Judge knew who he was and it was clear she respected Wade. When the trial started, it was also clear that he knew what he was doing and danced circles around the lawyer we hired for the company. I was very impressed with him. We called Ross & McBride to see if he would act for employers. He does act for some employers and we now use him for our employment and human rights work. We are very happy with his advice and representation.
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5/27/18 |
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Hands down the best lawyer in Hamilton - look at any major case you can find and he is on it. Would never use another lawyer.
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12/19/17 |
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Wade and his assistant Judy were a pleasure to work with regarding my human rights application & employment matter. Wade provided sound and knowledgeable advice and brought my case to a favourable resolution in a professional manner. His fees were very reasonable. I would recommend Wade's services to anyone that requires advice or assistance in negotiating their severance package.
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11/27/17 |
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Wade represented me in a human rights matter. During the mediation I was concerned that he encouraged settlement - I see in hindsight that he was correct. I could have lost a lot moving forward with what was on the table. When I first met him I respected his passion and when we concluded my matter I respected his judgment. Judy and his team are sometimes delayed, but always responded to me within a day or two. I'm very happy with his representation, felt he actually cared about my wellbeing and strongly recommend him to others.
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10/28/17 |
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I’ve been unfortunate enough to need his services twice now - I would never call another lawyer. He’s tops.
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10/24/17 |
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Didn't feel as though he worked as much on my case as he should have, considering the money I spent. The work he did was very basic and left a lot to be desired. It seemed as though he spent time justifying his losses (i.e. the characteristics of the adjudicator) rather than spending the time researching and writing better submissions.
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10/24/17 |
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Interesting that someone found him lazy. I received emails in the morning from him at 1 am and again at 6 am. Busy, not lazy. I personally found him to be very dedicated to me as a client and it was apparent he cared about getting me a good deal - which he did. I recommend him.
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10/16/17 |
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Mr. Poziomka represented me along with several of my coworkers. He is extremely knowledgeable and a straight-shooter - he was realistic about what we could and could not expect. My colleague saw him in the local newspaper where he had been rated as the top lawyer for two years straight by Spectator readers. He is younger so I was a bit skeptical but after 10 minutes into our meeting I was convinced. The only criticism I can think of is he is a bit impatient but he explained that to us as time being money and he knows the information he needs to hear. I would definitely use him again in the future.
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9/29/17 |
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He's busy and it wasn't always easy for me to get in touch with him in the day but he always made time for me (usually quick calls in the evening)and got me a good settlement - he works hard and is a very good lawyer. I've dealt with three lawyers in the past and he is the best.
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9/26/17 |
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Wade is an excellent attorney. His passion and morals, not for the rules necessarily but for what is right, make him a necessary addition to the legal profession.
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9/12/17 |
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Mr. Poziomka was involved in my wrongful dismissal suit. I found him to be arrogant, misinformed and lazy. His "tenacity" was misdirected and he accomplished nothing to advance my claim.
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6/28/17 |
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Wade is an excellent lawyer and Judy his assistant is very compassionate and a plaesure to deal with. I would not go anywhere else ever.
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5/18/17 |
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I discovered Wade by finding his blog on ontariohumanRights.net Wade is exceptional in every way. He is articulate, knowledgeable but most importantly, he is patient and kind. Representing individuals who feel discriminated against brings up a lot of emotions and Wade listens with compassion. When I hired Wade, I wanted the best. I'm an academic myself and I was impressed by his achievements, but most of all, his empathy really makes him *the best* in my eyes!
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4/6/17 |
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Wade is a very good lawyer who really understands human rights. There are not many lawyers who represent employee in human rights cases. He was difficult to find but I'm glad I did.
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1/12/17 |
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There's nothing negative I can cay about Wade. I was having a difficult time finding a lawyer to take my case, but Wade assisted me as soon as I found him. He is super knowledgeable about human rights, is professional, and is just an overall amazing lawyer. I would come back to him for assistance in a heartbeat.
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11/14/16 |
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Represented me in my human rights complaint and got me a good result.
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6/12/16 |
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Smart guy - aggressive - dedicated - good lawyer - would use again
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6/3/16 |
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Represented me at the Tribunal with a good result - stood up to the mediator and got me more money. Very good lawyer. Would use him again in a second but hope to never be in a human rights situation again.
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11/23/15 |
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Nobody else would help me with my case. I came across his blog on the internet, I met him and was very impressed. Got me a great result. Gave me a break on my fees too
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7/28/15 |
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He knows human rights - sent a demand letter for me and settled my matter without having to file a complaint
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6/3/15 |
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Helped me get severance package i deserved - highly recommend
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3/25/14 |
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Wade acted on behalf of our family when my disabled daughter experienced difficulties with our insurer. He was extremely knowledgeable about human rights and explained the process thoroughly and in a way that made sense. Ultimately the insurer backed down and litigation was not necessary. I believe this was a result of Wade's dedication, passion and the aggressive stance he took in his first couple of letters.
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9/8/11 |
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Wade took my case immediately, was eager to help and seemed to genuinely care about my case. At first I was concerned about his age when I first met him but soon realized that he is very smart, quick and aggressive. He was well prepared, knew the law and most importantly made sure I knew the law as well by simplifying things for me. I believe the other side was intimidated by him and as a result I eventually received everything I was asking for. I would recommend him to family and friends. He is a great lawyer.
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