Labour Lawyer - Fully Remote position

Audible Talents; Toronto; Remote; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A law firm in Toronto is seeking a Labor and Business Litigation Associate with 3-6 years of experience in employer-side labor law. The role involves managing certification proceedings, providing strategic advisory services to clients, and representing them in litigation. Strong drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills are essential, along with a JD or equivalent. The firm offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and a flexible hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive salary with bonus opportunities

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Professional development allowances

Flexible hybrid work model

Mentorship and career-path planning

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of employer-side labour law experience with certification/decertification matters.
• Demonstrated success at the OLRB or similar tribunals.
• In-depth knowledge of Canada Labour Code and Ontario Labour Relations Act.

Responsibilities

• Lead union certification and decertification applications before the OLRB.
• Counsel clients on organizing campaigns and neutrality agreements.
• Draft legal documents and represent clients at hearings.

Skills

Drafting skills

Negotiation skills

Oral advocacy

Client-service orientation

Education

JD or equivalent, called to the Ontario bar

Job description

Job Description

Job Description

Our client, Achkar Law, is a Toronto-based law firm helping employers in the fields of labour law, employment law, and corporate commercial litigation. We counsel Canadian employersacross industrieson everything from day-to-day workplace issues and litigation, to complex union certification and decertification proceedings before the Ontario Labour Relations Board and other tribunals.

As a Labor and Business Litigation Associate, you should have some years of experience handling labour and business litigation matters, including but not limited to employment disputes, contract disputes, and business torts.

Key Responsibilities

Certification Proceedings

Lead and manage union certification and decertification applications before the OLRB and comparable provincial tribunals.

Strategic Advisory

Counsel clients on organizing campaigns, neutrality agreements, card-check processes, and decertification strategies.

Litigation & Advocacy

Draft applications, pleadings, and briefs; appear as advocate at hearings and mediations; negotiate settlements.

Policy & Communications

Draft or review collective agreement language, workplace policies, and client-facing communications related to certification matters.

Client Service

Serve as primary liaison to in-house HR and legal teams, delivering clear roadmaps to mitigate legal risk during union drives.

C ross-Practice Collaboration

Work with colleagues in employment standards, human rights, and occupational health & safety to provide integrated advice.

Qualifications & Experience

JD or equivalent, called to the Ontario bar.

36 years of employer-side labour law experience, with a proven track record in certification / decertification matters.

Demonstrated success at the OLRB or similar tribunals (Ontario, BC, Alberta, etc.).

In-depth knowledge of the Canada Labour Code, Ontario Labour Relations Act, and related statutes.

Strong drafting, negotiation, and oral advocacy skills.

Ability to juggle multiple files, meet tight deadlines, and deliver pragmatic, business-focused solutions.

Excellent interpersonal skills and client-service orientation.

What We Offer

Competitive salary with bonus opportunities.

Comprehensive benefits, including health, dental, and professional development allowances.

Flexible hybrid work model with a collaborative office culture.

Exposure to high-profile certification matters for leading Canadian employers.

Mentorship and clear career-path planning within a tight-knit team.

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