Knowledge and Practice Innovation Lawyer

Fasken; Montreal; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading international business law firm is seeking a Knowledge and Practice Innovation Lawyer to enhance legal service delivery within their Capital Market and Mergers & Acquisitions practice. This role involves developing innovative strategies, creating essential legal resources, and collaborating with teams to implement technological solutions. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in corporate law, especially in capital markets, and a passion for improving legal processes through innovation. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and fosters an inclusive environment, where your contributions will shape the future of legal practices.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of client-facing legal experience as a corporate lawyer.
• Deep knowledge of corporate finance, capital markets, and public M&A law.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategies to improve effectiveness and efficiency within the Practice Group.
• Create and maintain model documents and substantive content related to corporate finance.

Skills

Corporate Law

Capital Markets

Public M&A

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Communication Skills

Problem Solving

Fluency in English

Fluency in French

Education

J.D. or equivalent degree

Job description

Knowledge and Practice Innovation Lawyer

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Who We Are
Fasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm, recognized as one of Canada’s Best Employers for 2024. Our firm’s 950 lawyers are located across Vancouver, Surrey, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, London, Johannesburg, and Taza (/Ta-Zah/) on Tsuut’ina lands.

We are seeking an experienced lawyer to join our Knowledge and Practice Innovation team as a key member of our Capital Market and Mergers & Acquisitions (CMMA) practice, focusing on corporate finance and public M&A. The successful candidate will develop and implement initiatives to meet the knowledge and practice innovation needs of our firmwide CMMA group, lead the creation of practice resources, and work closely with the Practice Group to enhance legal service delivery through innovative solutions and best practices.

The candidate will report to the heads of the Practice Group and the firmwide Partner, Knowledge and Practice Innovation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop strategies, translate objectives into actionable plans, and implement solutions to improve effectiveness and efficiency within the Practice Group.
• Create and maintain model documents, precedents, checklists, data points, toolkits, and substantive content related to corporate finance and public M&A.
• Stay informed about industry and regulatory developments, sharing insights with the group and serving as a legal, market, and practical expertise source.
• Provide practice support and respond to ad hoc inquiries from lawyers with thorough and timely answers.
• Lead initiatives for developing education and training programs.
• Collaborate with team members to enhance legal services through automation, AI, and digital transformation.
• Establish processes to track and capture matter information in the firm’s experience management system.
• Ensure knowledge resources are organized, accessible, and leveraged via the Firm's Knowledge Bank and other platforms.

Required Knowledge and Experience

• J.D. or equivalent degree.
• Good standing with the Law Society of Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, or Quebec; based in Calgary, Montreal, Toronto, or Vancouver.
• Minimum of 5 years of client-facing legal experience as a corporate lawyer, with expertise in capital markets and representing Canadian public companies.
• Deep knowledge of corporate finance, capital markets, public M&A law, regulations, market practices, and documentation.
• Excellent academic credentials.
• Strong legal, analytical, drafting, communication, and organizational skills; rigorous attention to detail. Fluency in English and French is an asset.
• Interest in technology and problem-solving, with a focus on applying technical solutions to legal processes.
• Effective project management skills, ability to handle multiple demands, good business judgment, and collaborative work experience across teams.
• Curiosity and growth mindset, with a focus on evolving legal and knowledge industry practices.

Diversity and Inclusion

Fasken values diversity and inclusion, fostering an equitable environment where individuals are respected and welcomed.

Accessibility and Accommodation

We provide reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities throughout the selection process.

Background and Reference Checks

Employment offers are conditional upon background checks, including criminal record, credit, and employment/education verification.

Your Application

We appreciate all applications; only those matching our requirements will be contacted. Please attach a cover letter, resume, and law school transcripts addressed to:

Andrea Alliston
Partner, Knowledge and Practice Innovation