Commercial Litigation Lawyer

Commercial Litigation Lawyer for full service law firm client, North York.

Marberg Job Number :  2696.

Job Type :  Full Time Permanent.

Target Compensation :  From $175,000 to $200,000 per annum, with some flexibility according to experience, plus comprehensive benefits.

Work Location : Hybrid - combination of 2 days remote-based and 3 days onsite at client's North York office, with free parking provided. Onsite work expectations subject always to client business requirements, and may change according to client business need.

Responsibilities Summary :

Handle commercial litigation files from inception to resolution, including drafting, conducting examinations, arguing motions, participating in dispute resolution, mediations and arbitrations, and appearing at trial.

• Represent clients in commercial disputes, including contractual disagreements, shareholder disputes, construction claims, professional liability, debt recovery, and real property litigation.
• Represent clients in both secured and unsecured debt collection matters. Assist with receiverships and insolvency matters, and manage all aspects of bankruptcy matters from filing through discharge.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda and case analyses.
• Provide strategic legal advice and risk assessments to corporate and individual clients.
• Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, factums, and other legal documents.
• Negotiate settlements.
• Work collaboratively with senior counsel, legal assistants, and clerks.

Additional representation and advisory responsibilities as required.

Qualifications :

Education : JD / LLB from a recognized law school.

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

Preferred Work Experience : A minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial litigation, with additional focus on insolvency law and debt collection,

Preferred Sector Experience : Law firm experience required.

Technical and Language Skills Requirements :

Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Task -Based Qualifications and Additional Attributes :

Additional Requirements :

Satisfactory Background Checks and Employment References.

Application Notes :