About the Opportunity
IQ PARTNERS is pleased to support an established and highly regarded boutique law firm specializing in condominium law. The firm has built a strong reputation within the Ontario condominium industry and advises condominium corporations on a broad range of sophisticated legal, governance, transactional, and dispute-resolution matters.
They have multiple new openings available and are seeking a junior Associate, mid-level, and a senior Lawyer to join a growing practice.
Key Responsibilities
- Draft, review, negotiate, and advise on contracts, bylaws, declarations, rules, agreements, and other legal documentation.
- Provide strategic legal advice to condominium corporations on governance, compliance, operational, and risk-management matters.
- Work closely with clients and external professionals, including auditors, engineers, property managers, consultants, and other advisors.
- Manage and/or take carriage of litigation and dispute-resolution matters.
- Represent clients before various dispute-resolution forums, including the Condominium Authority Tribunal, Superior Court of Justice, Human Rights Tribunal, and other applicable tribunals and courts.
- Handle matters involving construction deficiencies, warranty disputes, liens, governance, enforcement, insurance, reserve funds, common elements, and other condominium-related issues.
- Conduct legal research and stay current on developments in condominium legislation, case law, and regulatory requirements.
- Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.
Who We're Looking For
- Experience in condominium law, real estate law, civil litigation, or a closely related practice areas.
- Strong analytical, research, drafting, and problem-solving abilities.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
- The ability to manage competing priorities and complex matters.
- A proactive, entrepreneurial approach to their practice.
- A client-focused approach and the ability to build strong professional relationships.
- A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to a team environment.
Candidates who do not have condominium experience but have strong transferable experience in real estate, construction, civil litigation, corporate/commercial, or property-related matters may also be considered.
Compensation & Benefits
- Starting salary ranges from $80,000 – $250,000 (commensurate with experience and year of call).
- Low billable target.
- Mentorship available from experienced Lawyers and bi-weekly training sessions.
- Extended health benefits & dental benefits.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Hybrid work options (available for senior Lawyers).
To support a fair and efficient hiring process, we may use AI-assisted tools for tasks such as scheduling, note-taking, candidate communications, and assisting our team with aspects of candidate evaluation. These tools are used to support our recruiters and hiring managers, not replace them. All hiring decisions are made by people, who review and assess candidates using their professional judgment. If you have any questions about how we use AI in our hiring process, we’re happy to discuss.
