Litigation Associate - Caribbean / Commercial Law

WeirFoulds LLP; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Toronto is seeking a junior Litigation Associate to join their Caribbean Commercial Litigation Practice Group. The role involves managing complex litigation cases and requires strong legal and organizational skills. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years of relevant experience, be adaptable, and willing to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends. This position offers a dynamic work environment with opportunities for international travel.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant litigation experience from Canada or Commonwealth jurisdictions.
• Strong legal, advocacy, and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage files and client relationships independently.
• Work on sophisticated litigation cases with international travel.

Skills

Legal Skills

Advocacy

Organizational Skills

Education

Legal Education Certificate

Job description

Litigation Associate - Caribbean / Commercial Law

WeirFoulds LLP is seeking a junior lawyer at the Associate level to join our Caribbean Commercial Litigation Practice Group.

Responsibilities include:

1. Having 1-2 years of relevant litigation experience, from Canada, the Caribbean, the UK, or other Commonwealth jurisdictions.
2. Demonstrating strong legal, advocacy, and organizational skills.
3. Possessing excellent academic credentials.
4. Willingness to work evenings and weekends as needed to meet client demands.
5. Flexibility to work unpredictable hours, including international travel.
6. Ability to collaborate with lawyers at all levels and work effectively as part of a team.
7. Being committed, self-motivated, innovative, and adaptable to balance multiple demands.
8. Confidence to independently manage files and client relationships.

The successful candidate will work on challenging, sophisticated litigation cases with a diverse client base and may involve international travel.

Admittance to practice law in Canada and possession of a Legal Education Certificate (LEC) is a plus.

To apply, submit your resume, cover letter, and transcripts online.

WeirFoulds values diversity and inclusion and encourages all qualified candidates to apply. Accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.

We thank all applicants; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.