Law – Lawyer, General Litigation (Ottawa)

Stonewood Group Inc.; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm in Ottawa seeks an experienced lawyer to join its Advocacy department. The ideal candidate will have over 15 years of experience in General and Commercial Litigation, bring a transferable practice, and have the opportunity to enhance their profile and skills in a supportive team environment.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of General Litigation practice.
• Focused experience in Commercial Litigation, Bankruptcy & Insolvency, and Construction law.
• Proven ability to lead in a collegial environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead the commercial litigation practice within the Advocacy department.
• Serve current clients and expand practice in the region.
• Enhance advocacy skills within the team.

Skills

Leadership

Motivation

Self-confidence

Resilience

Education

Law Degree

Job description

Our client is a leading full-service law firm that has been successfully operating in the National Capital region for over 80 years. The firm specializes in areas including Business Law, Civil and Commercial Litigation, Employment and Labour Law, Estates and Succession, Family Law, Institutional Law, Intellectual Property, and Real Estate.

With a dynamic and supportive work environment, the firm is well positioned for significant growth and is a strong member of the community.

Scope of Position:

Our client is seeking an experienced lawyer to join its Advocacy department. The ideal candidate will have 15+ years of General Litigation practice, with a focus on Commercial Litigation, including General Commercial Disputes, Bankruptcy & Insolvency, Construction, and Municipal law.

The candidate should have a transferable practice and will help lead the commercial litigation practice. This position is ideal for someone looking to expand their practice, increase their profile in the region, better serve current clients, and enhance advocacy skills within a collegial team environment in Ottawa.

Competency Profile:

The following competencies define the role:

• Motivating: Encourages enthusiasm and investment, inspiring others to excel and recognizing positive contributions.
• Drive: Demonstrates energy, pursues goals, and handles demanding tasks with resilience over time, even in adversity.
• Self Confidence: Shows confidence in abilities, seeks challenges, and displays personal resolve. Generates new ideas, challenges assumptions, and innovates approaches. Visualizes future possibilities, investigates alternatives, and communicates visions clearly.