Commercial Litigation Lawyer

Marberg Staffing Ltd.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm located in North York is seeking a Commercial Litigation Lawyer to manage litigation files and provide legal advice. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in commercial disputes, insolvency law, and client negotiations, combined with strong advocacy skills. This hybrid position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 years of experience in commercial litigation.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Prior experience in a law firm is required.

Responsibilities

• Handle commercial litigation files from inception to resolution.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda and case analyses.
• Provide strategic legal advice and risk assessments.

Skills

Proficiency with legal case management

Legal research

Advanced English communication skills

Education

LL.B. or J.D. from a recognized law school

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

Commercial Litigation Lawyer for full service law firm client, North York.

Job Type : Full Time Permanent.

Target Compensation : From $140,000 to $170,000 per annum according to experience, plus comprehensive benefits.

Regular Work Hours : 7.0 hours per day not including lunch break, to be worked during regular business hours, Monday to Friday.

Work Location : Hybrid - combination of 2 days remote-based and 3 days onsite at client's North York office, with free parking provided. Onsite work expectations subject always to client business requirements, and may change according to client business need.

Responsibilities Summary :

Handle commercial litigation files from inception to resolution, including drafting, conducting examinations, arguing motions, participating in dispute resolution, mediations and arbitrations, and appearing at trial.

• Represent clients in commercial disputes, including contractual disagreements, shareholder disputes, construction claims, professional liability, debt recovery, and real property litigation.
• Represent clients in both secured and unsecured debt collection matters. Assist with receiverships and insolvency matters, and manage all aspects of bankruptcy matters from filing through discharge.
• Conduct legal research and prepare memoranda and case analyses.
• Provide strategic legal advice and risk assessments to corporate and individual clients.
• Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, factums, and other legal documents.
• Negotiate settlements.
• Work collaboratively with senior counsel, legal assistants, and clerks.
• Additional representation and advisory responsibilities as required.

Qualifications :

Education : LL.B. or J.D. from a recognized law school.

Professional Credentials : Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

Preferred Work Experience : A minimum of 8 years of experience in commercial litigation, with additional focus on insolvency law and debt collection,

Preferred Sector Experience : Law firm experience required.

Technical and Language Skills Requirements :

• Proficiency with legal case management, legal billings, legal research, and legal documents management applications.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications.
• Advanced English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Task -Based Qualifications and Additional Attributes :

• Client-focused with a business-oriented mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex commercial litigation files independently and as part of a team.
• Strong legal research, writing, and advocacy skills, including drafting, conducting examinations, and appearing in court on contested matters.
• Excellent communication and networking skills. Demonstrated negotiation, change management and consulting / advisory skills.
• Demonstrated record of professional conduct and character. Responsible, reliable and works to deadlines.
• Proven ability to respond to sensitive and confidential matters with tact, discretion, and excellent judgement. High degree of empathy to work with clients in emotionally difficult circumstances.
• Strong relationship management skills including client and vendor relations management, business networking, negotiation, change management and consulting / advisory skills.

Additional Requirements :

• Must be legally entitled to work in Canada, providing satisfactory documentation upon request.
• Ability to work both remotely and onsite, abiding by organization health and safety policies.
• Ability to declare personal Non-Conflict of Interest in execution of position responsibilities.
• Satisfactory Background Checks and Employment References.

Application Notes :

Qualified applications may be contacted same day as date of application.