Litigation Associate

Placements24; Kimberley; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Professional development budget

Mentorship from partners

Exposure to diverse dispute resolution

Job summary

Placements24 in Kimberley, Canada, is seeking a driven Litigation Associate to join a respected dispute resolution team. You will manage a diverse civil and commercial caseload from initial assessment through settlement or trial.

You will work closely with senior litigators, develop strategic advocacy skills, and build a strong career within a supportive, established firm offering a hybrid work model in Kimberley.

Qualifications

• Admitted attorney with 2–4 years of post-admission experience in litigation.
• Experience managing civil litigation matters.
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good client management and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage all stages of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda and opinions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court officials.
• Assist in developing case strategies and negotiating settlements.

Skills

Legal research

Legal writing

Advocacy

Client management

Education

Licensed attorney

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a reputable law firm in Kimberley , is seeking a driven Litigation Associate to join their dispute resolution team. This role involves managing a diverse caseload of civil and commercial litigation matters, from initial case assessment through to settlement or trial. You will work closely with senior litigators, gaining valuable courtroom experience and honing your legal strategy skills. This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated lawyer looking to build a strong career in litigation within a supportive and established firm, operating on a hybrid basis in Kimberley .

Key Responsibilities

• Manage all stages of litigation, including drafting pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Conduct legal research and prepare legal memoranda and opinions.
• Represent clients in court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, and court officials.
• Assist in developing case strategies and negotiating settlements.

Requirements

• Admitted Attorney with 2-4 years of post-admission experience in litigation.
• Demonstrated experience in managing civil litigation matters.
• Strong research, writing, and advocacy skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Good client management and communication skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and professional development budget.
• Mentorship from experienced litigation partners.
• Exposure to a wide range of dispute resolution matters.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility.
• Collegial work environment in Kimberley .