Insolvency Lawyer - Toronto

Gpac; Toronto; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

A respected law firm in Toronto is seeking an experienced Insolvency and Debt Recovery Lawyer to support complex cases and advocate for clients in challenging financial situations. The role offers a competitive salary of $140,000 – $190,000+ and a supportive environment emphasizing professional growth. Join a collegial team of experts in a reputable firm known for its integrity and long-standing client relationships.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance incentives

Supportive growth environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in insolvency, debt recovery, and enforcement.
• Strong understanding of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act, and related legislation.
• Experience representing financial institutions, trustees, and secured creditors.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage complex files independently.

Responsibilities

• Work on sophisticated insolvency and restructuring files.
• Collaborate with a team on client care and creditor remedies.

Skills

Experience in insolvency

Advocacy skills

Understanding of related legislation

File management

Job description

Insolvency Lawyer – 5+ Years | Toronto

Compensation : $140,000 – $190,000+ (commensurate with experience)

A respected mid-sized Toronto firm is seeking an experienced Insolvency and Debt Recovery Lawyer to join their established commercial litigation and financial services practice.

This role is ideal for a lawyer who enjoys complex problem-solving, client advocacy, and providing strategic guidance to creditors, lenders, and corporate clients in challenging financial situations.

About the Opportunity

The successful candidate will work on sophisticated insolvency and restructuring files, including bankruptcies, receiverships, and enforcement proceedings. You’ll collaborate with a collegial team recognized for their practical approach, client care, and depth of expertise in commercial litigation and creditor remedies.

Key Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in insolvency, debt recovery, and enforcement.
• Strong understanding of the Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act, and related legislation.
• Experience representing financial institutions, trustees, and secured creditors.
• Excellent written and oral advocacy skills.
• Ability to manage complex files independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Why Join This Firm

• A stable, reputable Toronto firm known for integrity and long-standing client relationships.
• Work directly with senior partners who are leaders in insolvency and restructuring law.
• Competitive salary range of $140,000 – $190,000+ with performance incentives.
• Supportive environment that values professional growth and client success.

If you are looking to take the next step in your insolvency practice within a reputable, collegial firm environment, this is a strong opportunity worth exploring.

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All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.

GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.