Alissa Schwartz

Alissa practices in all areas of workplace law. Her approach to client service combines excellent interpersonal skills, a collaborative mindset, and strong attention to detail. Alissa is highly motivated and proactive in her advocacy, providing tailored advice to meet her clients’ needs. She enjoys workplace law for its balance of human-centered legal issues and business considerations.

Prior to joining Harris & Company, Alissa summered and articled with the Ontario provincial government, where she worked in the areas of management-side labour and employment law, human rights law, government finance, privacy, and pensions and benefits.

Alissa earned her Juris Doctor from the University of Windsor Faculty of Law, where she completed an externship with Windsor Regional Hospital in Labour Relations and Privacy. Prior to law school, she completed her undergraduate studies at Queen’s University, majoring in Sociology and minoring in Health Studies. Outside the office, Alissa enjoys playing ice hockey, going on canoe trips, and visiting the movie theatre.