Associate Lawyer

Starkman & Zhang Lawyers; Markham; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Starkman & Zhang Lawyers in Markham, ON, is seeking Associate Lawyers to develop a serious litigation practice. From day one, Associates handle their own files, argue motions, conduct discoveries, and appear in court with direct mentorship from senior litigators.

The role requires calling to the Ontario Bar (or pending call) and a genuine interest in courtroom advocacy, with strong writing and analytical skills and the ability to work independently to meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Must be called to the Ontario Bar or pending call.
• Strong legal writing and analytical abilities required.
• Genuine interest in courtroom advocacy and trial work.

Responsibilities

• Managing your own litigation files from intake to resolution.
• Drafting pleadings, motion materials, affidavits, and facta.
• Conducting and defending examinations for discovery.
• Appearing in court on motions, pre-trials, and trials.
• Developing litigation strategy with senior lawyers.

Skills

Legal writing

Analytical skills

Courtroom advocacy

Deadline management

Education

Called to Ontario Bar (or pending call)

Job description

We are seeking Associate Lawyers who want to develop a serious litigation practice — not shuffle paper. Associates at our firm handle their own files, argue motions, conduct discoveries, and appear in court from day one, with direct mentorship from senior litigators.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Managing your own litigation files from intake to resolution
• Drafting pleadings, motion materials, affidavits, and facta
• Conducting and defending examinations for discovery
• Appearing in court on motions, pre-trials, and trials
• Developing litigation strategy with senior lawyers

What We're Looking For

• Called to the Ontario Bar (or pending call)
• Genuine interest in courtroom advocacy and trial work
• Strong legal writing and analytical skills
• Ability to work independently and manage deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior litigation experience (motions, discoveries, or trial)
• Experience in commercial, construction, or real estate disputes
• Mandarin, Cantonese, or other language proficiency

Location:

Markham, ON (Highway 7 & 404, free parking)

• Type: Full-time
• Compensation: comparable to boutique litigation firms in the GTA