Litigation Associate

Merovitz Potechin LLP; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established law firm is seeking a sharp and ambitious litigation associate to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to work on high-stakes cases, develop your advocacy skills, and collaborate with experienced litigators dedicated to your growth. With a focus on estate litigation, you will provide exceptional legal service and strategic advice to clients, ensuring their needs are met with professionalism. This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in a supportive environment that values integrity and excellence. If you are passionate about problem-solving and committed to client success, we want to hear from you!

Qualifications

• 4-10 years of experience in Estate Litigation and civil litigation matters.
• Member of the Ontario Bar in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Deliver top-notch legal service and strategic advice to clients.
• Assist clients in a variety of civil litigation matters.

Skills

Estate Litigation

Legal Research

Written Communication

Oral Communication

Analytical Skills

Organizational Skills

Business Development

Education

Juris Doctor (JD)

Job description

Are you a sharp, ambitious, and detail-oriented legal professional ready to make your mark? As a litigation associate, you’ll dive into high stakes cases, sharpen your advocacy skills and work alongside experienced litigators who are committed to your growth. In this role, you will play a key part in delivering top-notch legal service to clients, providing strategic advice and ensuring their needs are met with professionalism and excellence.

If you are motivated and have a passion for problem solving and strong commitment to your clients, we would love to hear from you!

Summary of Position:

The ideal candidate will have 4-10 years experience in an Estate Litigation practice and be able to assist clients in a wide variety of civil litigation matters, including estate litigation and all other matters as required.

Required Qualifications:

• At least 5 years of proven experience in a law firm;
• At least 4 years of proven estate litigation experience;
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity;
• Experience practicing law in Ontario;
• Ability to be both a self-starter and team player;
• Engaged in business development;
• Excellent technical skills;
• Excellent written and oral communication skills;
• Excellent analytical and organizational skills;
• Must be a member of the Ontario Bar in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

Merovitz Potechin LLP, The Referred to Law Firm, was established in 1976. Since that time, a knowledgeable team of lawyers and staff have been built upon the foundation of superior legal advice and exceptional client service. We are an equal opportunity law office and we welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

This is an excellent opportunity to grow your knowledge and expertise by working with an experienced team focused on personal and professional excellence.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.