Corporate & Commercial Lawyer – Independent Contractor (Canada)

MT>Align, a division of McCarthy Tétrault LLP; Canada; Remote; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

MT>Align, a division of McCarthy Tétrault LLP, is seeking talented Corporate & Commercial Lawyers across Canada for a roster of independent contract engagements. Opportunities offer flexibility, autonomy, and potential placements with sophisticated clients, varying in scope and time commitment.

Ideal candidates bring demonstrated corporate/commercial experience in Canada, strong drafting and negotiating skills, sound business judgement, and a track record of delivering high-quality client

Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience practising corporate and commercial law in Canada.
• Strong experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating sophisticated commercial agreements.
• Sound business judgement and the ability to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice.
• Experience working with sophisticated clients, business stakeholders and/or corporate legal departments.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-management skills.
• Ability to work independently and adapt to different client environments.
• Strong professional credentials and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service.

Skills

Corporate law

Commercial law

Contract drafting

Negotiation

Client relations

Independent work

Legal service quality

Education

Bar admission in Canada

Job description

MT>Align is seeking talented Corporate & Commercial Lawyers across Canada who are interested in joining our roster of independent legal professionals.

Members may be considered for flexible resourcing and placement with sophisticated clients based on their experience, areas of expertise, availability and client needs. Opportunities may vary in scope, duration and time commitment.

This opportunity is particularly well suited to lawyers seeking greater flexibility and autonomy in their careers, including those operating their own practice or interested in incorporating flexible contract engagements into their professional portfolio.

What You’ll Bring

We're interested in Corporate & Commercial lawyers who bring:

• Demonstrated experience practising corporate and commercial law in Canada
• Strong experience drafting, reviewing and negotiating sophisticated commercial agreements
• Sound business judgement and the ability to provide practical, commercially focused legal advice
• Experience working with sophisticated clients, business stakeholders and/or corporate legal departments
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-management skills
• The ability to work independently and adapt effectively to different client environments
• Strong professional credentials and a commitment to delivering high-quality client service

Qualifications

• Called to the bar and in good standing with a law society in a Canadian province or territory
• Legally entitled to work in Canada
• English proficiency required; French-language or bilingual capabilities are an asset

About MT>Align

MT>Align, a division of McCarthy Tétrault LLP, pairs high‑calibre independent contract lawyers with clients requiring legal support. Successful candidates will join our roster of legal professionals and may have the opportunity to work on engagements providing sophisticated legal services to a diverse and dynamic client base.

By joining MT>Align, you can access stimulating legal work with high-quality clients while enjoying autonomy, flexibility and control over your career. As part of McCarthy Tétrault's innovative legal services platform, you can choose when, where and how much you work, while building a rewarding and varied legal practice.

About McCarthy Tetrault

McCarthy Tétrault LLP provides a broad range of legal services, advising on large and complex assignments for Canadian and international interests. The firm has a substantial presence in Canada’s major commercial centres as well as in New York City and London, UK.

Built on an integrated approach to the practice of law and delivery of innovative client services, the firm brings its legal talent, industry insight and practice experience to help clients achieve the results that are important to them.

We thank all applicants for their interest in McCarthy Tétrault; however, only chosen applicants will be contacted. We regret that we are unable to respond to individual inquiries about application status. McCarthy Tétrault LLP is an equal opportunity employer and fosters an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment. Please notify us if you require accommodations at any time during the recruitment process.