Corporate / Commercial Lawyer

SimpsonWigle LAW LLP; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Hamilton is seeking a Corporate/Commercial Litigator with a minimum of 4 years of experience. The successful candidate will manage a variety of litigation matters and provide strategic legal counsel while working closely with clients and team members. This full-time position offers an opportunity to grow within a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 4+ years of litigation experience.
• Expertise in contract law and shareholder disputes.

Responsibilities

• Lead corporate commercial litigation matters including contract disputes.
• Represent clients in litigation, arbitration, and mediation.
• Conduct legal research and draft pleadings.

Skills

Courtroom Advocacy

Negotiation

Client Management

Education

Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario

Job description

SimpsonWigle LAW LLP is currently seeking a highly motivated and experienced Corporate/Commercial Litigator to join our growing litigation team in Hamilton, ON.

The successful candidate will work as part of the commercial litigation group and handle a variety of legal matters, including disputes related to business contracts, mergers and acquisitions, shareholder agreements, franchise disputes, and more. You will be responsible for managing cases from inception through to resolution, working closely with clients, senior partners, and other team members to deliver exceptional legal service.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead a variety of corporate commercial litigation matters, including contract disputes, shareholder remedies, debt collection, enforcement actions, business disputes, and estate litigation
2. Represent clients in litigation, arbitration, and mediation across diverse industries
3. Conduct comprehensive legal research, case analysis, and draft pleadings, motions, and legal opinions
4. Independently manage files from inception to resolution, including court appearances, discovery, and settlement negotiations, with strong mentorship and support
5. Work as part of the litigation team on complex files
6. Provide strategic legal counsel on dispute resolution and corporate governance best practices

Required experience/qualifications:

1. Minimum of 4+ years of litigation experience, including Superior Court trials and motions
2. Proven courtroom advocacy skills and experience managing complex legal disputes
3. Expertise in contract law, shareholder disputes, debt enforcement, business and estate litigation
4. Exceptional drafting, negotiation, and client management skills
5. Ability to manage multiple files with strategic foresight and leadership
6. Ability to work as part of a team
7. Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
8. An entrepreneurial spirit with a strong desire to build and grow a practice

Kindly send your resume together with a cover letter to [e-mail] and include "Corporate / Commercial Lawyer" in your subject line. We thank all applicants in advance; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Additional Information:

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Law Practice