Commercial Litigation Lawyer

Commercial Litigation Lawyer for well established, mid-size, full service law firm client, Whitby.

Marberg Job Number : 2619.

Job Type : Permanent Full-Time.

Compensation : Salary negotiable according to seniority, plus comprehensive benefits.

Additional Benefits : Significant advancement opportunities, strong administrative, marketing and paralegal support, a collegial and professional work environment, and the autonomy to manage your practice while being part of a larger team.

Work Location : Hybrid - combination of remote-based and onsite at client's Whitby office. Onsite work expectations subject always to client business requirements, and may change according to client business need.

Responsibilities Summary :

Handle a range of commercial and general civil litigation matters, and grow your practice in a supportive and entrepreneurial environment.

• Handle files from inception to resolution, including drafting pleadings, conducting discoveries, preparing motions, representing clients at mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings.
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients and develop litigation strategies tailored to client objectives. Provide strategic legal advice and risk assessments to clients in a variety of industries.
• Draft pleadings, legal memoranda, and settlement documentation.
• Attend court appearances at various levels, including the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and other tribunals.
• Leverage and expand existing book of business with support from the firm’s marketing, administrative, and legal teams.
• Maintain and grow client relationships, contributing to the development of the firm’s litigation practice.
• Collaborate with other lawyers and support staff to provide excellent service and outcomes for clients.
• Additional legal representation, advisory and business development related responsibilities as required.

Qualifications :

Education : LL.B. or J.D. degree from a recognized law school.

Professional Credentials : Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

Preferred Work Experience : Approximately 4+ years of experience from a commercial litigation practice in Ontario.

Preferred Sector Experience :  Law firm experience required.

Technical and Language Skills Requirements :

Ability to speak a second language an asset.

Task -Based Qualifications and Additional Attributes :

A partial book of business is required, with the opportunity to scale your practice within the firm.

Additional Requirements :

Satisfactory Background Checks and Employment References.

Application Notes :