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Personal Injury Litigation Associate Lawyer
- Toronto, ON, Canada
- Etobicoke, ON, Canada
$100,000 to $200,000 USD / year · Full-time
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- $100,000 to $200,000 USD / year
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- Full-time
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- Posting language
- English
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Location: Etobicoke, Ontario
Job Type: Full-time
About The Opportunity
Our client, a well-established and growing law firm, is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Lawyer to join its litigation practice in Burlington. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer who is eager to build a career in commercial litigation while working closely with experienced litigators on a wide range of complex matters.
Key Responsibilities
Job Type: Full-time
About The Opportunity
Our client, a well-established and growing law firm, is seeking a Commercial Litigation Associate Lawyer to join its litigation practice in Burlington. This is an excellent opportunity for a junior lawyer who is eager to build a career in commercial litigation while working closely with experienced litigators on a wide range of complex matters.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations.
- Draft pleadings, affidavits, factums, motions, and other litigation documents.
- Assist with all phases of the litigation process, including discoveries, motion practice, trial preparation, and hearings.
- Develop case strategies in collaboration with senior attorneys.
- Represent clients in court proceedings, mediations, and other litigation-related matters, as appropriate.
- Maintain regular communication with clients and provide timely case updates.
- Ensure all work is completed accurately and within applicable deadlines.
- Licensed to practice law in Ontario and in good standing.
- 1-3 years of litigation experience preferred.
- Experience drafting litigation documents, including affidavits, factums, pleadings, and motions.
- Exposure to examinations for discovery and other stages of the litigation process.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and written advocacy skills.
- Demonstrated interest in commercial litigation; a business or commerce background is considered an asset.
- Excellent organizational, communication, and time management skills.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced legal environment.
- Hybrid schedule with a minimum of three days per week in the Burlington office.
- Remote work flexibility on the remaining days.
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Responsibilities
The lawyer will conduct legal research, draft various litigation documents, and assist with all phases of the litigation process including discoveries and trials. They are also responsible for developing case strategies and representing clients in court and mediation proceedings.
Requirements
Candidates must be licensed to practice law in Ontario and ideally possess 1-3 years of litigation experience. Strong skills in legal research, drafting, and analytical advocacy are required, along with an interest in commercial litigation.
Skills
- Legal Research
- Drafting Pleadings
- Drafting Affidavits
- Drafting Factums
- Motion Practice
- Trial Preparation
- Case Strategy Development
- Court Representation
- Mediation
- Client Communication
- Analytical Skills
- Written Advocacy
- Time Management
- Commercial Litigation
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Categories
- Legal
Keywords
- Litigation
- Commercial Litigation
- Legal Research
- Pleadings
- Affidavits
- Factums
- Motions
- Discoveries
- Trial Preparation
- Mediation
- Ontario Bar
- Legal Advocacy
- Case Strategy