Overview
Ian Wilson is an experienced member of Miller Thomson’s Administrative Law, Labour and Employment, and Commercial Litigation groups. Ian advises employers in both federally and provincially regulated industries, on a wide range of matters such as employment standards, human rights, occupational health and safety, and labour relations matters. He prides himself on providing effective and pragmatic advice to employers on the day to day matters affecting their businesses.
Prior to joining the ?rm, Ian obtained his Juris Doctor from the University of Alberta, and obtained a Bachelor of Science from the University of Alberta. During his time at the University of Alberta, Ian was an active member in the Faculty of Law and Science athletic teams.
Ian remains actively involved in various pro bono programs; serving as a volunteer with the Provincial Court Civil Claims Duty Counsel program and the Court of King’s Bench Amicus program.
Professional achievements & leadership
- Best Lawyers in Canada: Ones to Watch – Labour and Employment Law, 2024 - 2025; Corporate and Commercial Litigation, 2025
Thought leadership
- Speaker, “Navigating COVID-19: Your Employment Questions Answered,” Miller Thomson Labour & Employment Webinar, May 7, 2020
- Author, “Alberta: Recent changes to employment standards,” Labour and Employment Communiqué, December 11, 2019
Community involvement
- Coach, Laurier Heights Community Soccer, 2005-2008
- Coach, Canadian Athletic Club Hockey, 2008-2009
- Instructor, Crestwood Power Skating, 2004-2008
Professional memberships
- Member, Law Society of Alberta
Bar admissions & education
- Alberta, 2018
- Juris Doctor, University of Alberta, 2017
- Bachelor of Science, with a major in Biology and a minor in History, University of Alberta, 2008
