Hum Law Firm is marking its 11th year of operation with recognition for its distinctive approach to representing both employers and employees in workplace disputes.
Founded by lawyer Lai-King Hum, it has built its practice on the principle that understanding perspectives from both sides of employment law strengthens the firm’s ability to provide strategic advice.
The boutique firm specializes in workplace investigations, litigation, and professional regulation while maintaining a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in both its practice and community involvement.
Unlike some employment law practices that have adopted more aggressive approaches post-pandemic, Hum Law Firm emphasizes proactive risk management and maintaining enforceable contracts while preserving client rights.
Beyond legal representation, the firm has established itself as a resource for government and quasi-government organizations through various approved provider lists, providing investigation services to both public and private sector clients.
Hum, who has over 25 years of legal experience, brings multiple perspectives to her practice. In addition to leading her firm, she serves as a Deputy Judge of the Toronto Small Claims Court, counsel in the Discrimination and Harassment Counsel Program at the Law Society of Ontario, and Independent Complaints Review Officer with the College of Immigration and Citizenship Consultants.
The firm’s founder has maintained an active leadership presence in the legal community, including serving as past National President of the Federation of Asian Canadian Lawyers, past Chair of the Roundtable of Diversity Associations, and current Chair of the Chinese and Southeast Asian Legal Clinic.
Clients cite the firm’s ability to provide timely, strategic advice while balancing legal protection with organizational values. The firm has received particular praise for its work with regulated industries and professional regulatory bodies.
Since its founding, Hum Law Firm has maintained a commitment to improving access to justice, providing pro bono or reduced-rate services to non-governmental organizations and nonprofits across all practice areas.
Through this balanced approach to workplace law and community involvement, the firm has established itself as a distinctive voice in employment law while maintaining its founder’s philosophy that “caring is the only daring” in both professional practice and community service.
