Associate Lawyer

W3Global; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global in Toronto, ON seeks an Associate Lawyer to handle employment law and civil litigation matters within a dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will advise clients, develop case strategies, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in hearings and court proceedings.

The role requires a Juris Doctor or LL.B, Ontario licensure, and strong research, drafting, and advocacy skills. You will work closely with senior counsel and manage files with professional standards on an on-site

Qualifications

• LLB or JD from a recognized law school.
• Licensed to practise law in Ontario and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Experience handling employment law and civil litigation matters.
• Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Experience managing client relationships and legal files independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload involving employment law and civil litigation matters.
• Meet with clients to understand their legal concerns and assess potential claims.
• Provide legal advice and develop appropriate strategies to protect clients' interests.
• Negotiate settlements and pursue practical resolutions to legal disputes.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, discoveries, and court appearances.
• Prepare, review, and draft pleadings, legal documents, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
• Conduct legal research and analyze relevant legislation, case law, and legal precedents.
• Collaborate with senior counsel and participate in case strategy meetings.
• Monitor file progress, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Ensure all files are handled efficiently and in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.

Skills

Legal Research

Drafting

Negotiation

Advocacy

Client Management

Ontario Bar Admission

Employment & Civil Litigation

Education

LLB/JD from a recognized law school

Job description

Our client is a Toronto-based law firm providing legal services in employment law, commercial law, and civil litigation. The firm is seeking an Associate Lawyer to join its legal team and manage a diverse caseload involving employment law and civil litigation.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior counsel, provide practical legal advice, develop case strategies, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in various legal proceedings.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload involving employment law and civil litigation matters.
• Meet with clients to understand their legal concerns and assess potential claims.
• Provide legal advice and develop appropriate strategies to protect clients' interests.
• Negotiate settlements and pursue practical resolutions to legal disputes.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, discoveries, and court appearances.
• Prepare, review, and draft pleadings, legal documents, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
• Conduct legal research and analyze relevant legislation, case law, and legal precedents.
• Collaborate with senior counsel and participate in case strategy meetings.
• Monitor file progress, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Ensure all files are handled efficiently and in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.

Qualifications And Requirements

• LLB or JD from a recognized law school.
• Licensed to practise law in Ontario and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Experience handling employment law and civil litigation matters.
• Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Experience managing client relationships and legal files independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.
• Ability to work collaboratively with senior lawyers and other legal professionals.

Primary Focus

• Employment Law

Related Practice Areas

• Labour Relations
• Human Rights Law
• Commercial Litigation
• Insurance and Disability Claims

Location: Toronto, ON, M8X 2W4

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Work Arrangement: On-site