Litigation Counsel

Freshslice Pizza; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 350,000; Full time

Job summary

A pizza franchise in Burnaby is seeking an experienced In-House Litigation Lawyer to handle litigation matters mainly regarding franchise disputes. The role requires a minimum of 2 years of litigation experience, including Supreme Court trial work. The successful candidate will manage litigation cases from start to finish and collaborate with various business teams to ensure compliance with legal frameworks. A competitive salary package is offered based on experience and skills.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of Litigation and Supreme Court Trial experience.
• Understanding of Canadian Franchise Disclosure Documents and provincial Supreme Court civil procedural rules.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage a caseload of litigation matters from inception to resolution.
• Provide legal advice to various business departments.
• Stay updated with changes in relevant laws and regulations.

Job description

Overview

Freshslice Pizza, headquartered in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an experienced In-House Litigation Lawyer to work on litigation matters with a focus on franchise disputes. The ideal candidate will have 2+ years of litigation and Supreme Court trial experience.

Responsibilities

• Work on litigation matters with a focus on franchise disputes.
• Act as a key legal resource to the company's various business departments, providing advice on legal risks and ensuring that business objectives are achieved within legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Effectively manage a caseload of litigation matters from inception to resolution, handling pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial preparation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives and manage risks effectively.
• Stay up-to-date with changes in relevant laws and regulations and ensure that company practices are aligned with legal requirements.

Requirements

• A minimum of 1 year of Litigation and Supreme Court Trial experience.
• Understanding of Canadian Franchise Disclosure Documents, Franchise Agreements, and provincial Supreme Court civil procedural rules and practices.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and deal effectively with senior management, peers, and support staff.

Compensation

The base pay range is CA$120,000.00/yr - CA$350,000.00/yr. The estimated salary for this position is CA$120,000 - CA$350,000. In determining final salary, Freshslice considers many factors including the successful candidate’s skillset and experience as well as position location and internal equity. The final base salary offer will be at the Company’s sole discretion and presented as part of a competitive total compensation package.

Details

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Legal
• Industries: Law Practice

Location: Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada