Litigation Associate

Perlin Bal Figol LLP is a full-service law firm that offers individuals and businesses effective and practical legal solutions. We offer a collaborative work environment with the opportunity to work on complex matters, and to join a growing team.

We are seeking a Litigation Associate to join our litigation practice group. You will be working with a team of three lawyers, one paralegal and support staff and students.

The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience working on civil and/or commercial litigation matters and will be capable of independently handling files. Responsibilities include:

• Managing a diverse caseload of litigation matters from inception through to resolution;
• Drafting pleadings, motion/application materials, factums, and other documents;
• Attending discoveries, cross-examinations, mediations, motions, case conferences, hearings, trials, and appeals;
• Conducting legal research and preparing legal memoranda;
• Developing litigation strategies and providing legal opinions;
• Corresponding and negotiating with opposing counsel;
• Advising and communicating with clients throughout the litigation process;
• Supervising and collaborating with support staff on file management and other related tasks.

The successful candidate will have:

• 3-5 years of experience in civil and/or commercial litigation;
• Experience managing litigation matters;
• Experience arguing contested motions and applications;
• Strong research, advocacy and negotiation skills;
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the confidence to independently carry a full caseload;
• Team-oriented approach;
• High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and responsibility with an ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard confidential information;
• Good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

Salary Range: $125,000 to $160,000 for 3-5 years [Commensurate with experience - candidates with more experience will be considered].

Candidates can expect a high pressure and busy environment given the nature of the work and number of files. The firm encourages a solutions-focused (not problem-driven) approach to dealing with complications or issues that may arise on files. The candidate will be part of a team, and expected to work individually. The firm is keen on its members learning and developing professionally, with opportunities available depending on interest and willingness.

If you are seeking an opportunity to gain valuable experience, build a practice, and join a supportive and encouraging team that will empower you toward partnership, we'd love to hear from you. Candidates should email their application to careers@pbflaw.com, with the subject line [Name - Litigation Associate Position]. Candidates should submit their resume along with a cover letter, and the contact information for two references. Please note that incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• Extended health care

Experience:

• civil and/or commercial litigation: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

• Class L1 Licence issued by the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) (required)
• Work Location: In person