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Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley joins employment law firm after bidding farewell to politics


Published on 2025-01-13 15:21:01 - MSN
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  • Former Alberta premier Rachel Notley has joined a B.C. and Alberta-based law firm specializing in workplace issues, in her first move outside of politics that comes weeks after resigning as a MLA. Notley,

Rachel Notley, the former Premier of Alberta, has transitioned into a new role as a senior counsel at the Edmonton-based law firm, Chivers Carpenter, following her departure from politics. After leading the Alberta NDP for nearly a decade and serving as premier from 2015 to 2019, Notley announced her decision to step down as party leader after the NDP's loss in the 2023 election. Her new position at Chivers Carpenter, a firm known for its focus on employment, labor, and human rights law, marks a return to her legal roots, where she previously worked as a labor lawyer. Notley expressed enthusiasm about joining a firm that aligns with her values, particularly in advocating for workers' rights and social justice. Her move to the private sector was highlighted by her commitment to continue contributing to public life, albeit in a different capacity.

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