Litigation Lawyer

KPA Lawyers Professional Corporation; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Dental care

Extended health care

Life insurance

Paid time off

On-site parking

Competitive compensation with base + 0

Job summary

KPA Lawyers Professional Corporation in Mississauga is seeking a Civil Litigation Lawyer to manage own files from start to finish. The role suits a lawyer with 1–2 years of civil litigation experience who enjoys courtroom advocacy and client interaction in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You will handle drafting of various legal documents, appear in court, and liaise with clients and opposing counsel while leveraging familiar litigation software and maintaining meticulous records.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing as a lawyer
• 1-2 years of civil litigation experience
• Knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and the Courts of Justice Act
• Comfortable appearing in court and advocating for clients
• Advanced negotiation and client management skills
• Familiarity with legal research databases such as ACL, WestLaw, Cosmolex, ESC, Teraview

Responsibilities

• Managing your own litigation files from inception through resolution
• Drafting claims, statements of defence, applications, motions, affidavits, factums, and other legal documents
• Appearing before the court to argue motions, attend case conferences, applications, hearings, and trials
• Preparing for and conducting examinations for discovery and hearings
• Liaising with clients, opposing counsel, court officials, and other stakeholders
• Utilizing litigation software to efficiently manage files and maintain records
• Developing and executing litigation strategies to achieve favorable outcomes

Skills

Litigation experience

Negotiation

Client management

Attention to detail

Autonomous work

Tools

ACL

WestLaw

Cosmolex

ESC

Teraview

Job description

Salary: $65,000 Base + Commissions ($90,000 to $100,000)

About Us

KPA Lawyers Professional Corporation is proudly part of Bluestar Professional Services Inc., a growth-focused investment office that acquires and operates businesses across Canada and the United States. Across all of our companies, we are committed to building strong teams, investing in our people, and fostering a collaborative, high-integrity culture where employees are empowered to grow, make an impact, and build rewarding careers.

Position Overview

KPA Lawyers Professional Corporation is seeking a motivated Civil Litigation Lawyer to join our growing team. The successful candidate will manage their own litigation files from start to finish while representing clients in a variety of civil litigation matters. This role is ideal for a lawyer with 1-2 years of civil litigation experience who enjoys courtroom advocacy, client interaction, and working in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Managing your own litigation files from inception through resolution.
• Drafting claims, statements of defence, applications, motions, affidavits, factums, and other legal documents.
• Appearing before the court to argue motions, attend case conferences, applications, hearings, and trials.
• Preparing for and conducting examinations for discovery and hearings.
• Liaising professionally with clients, opposing counsel, court officials, and other stakeholders.
• Utilizing litigation software to efficiently manage files and maintain accurate records.
• Developing and executing effective litigation strategies to achieve the best possible outcomes for clients.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum of 1 year of experience practicing as a lawyer (required).
• 1-2 years of civil litigation experience.
• Strong knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure and the Courts of Justice Act.
• Comfortable appearing in court and confident advocating on behalf of clients.
• Advanced negotiation and client management skills.
• Familiarity with ACL, WestLaw, Cosmolex, ESC, Teraview, and various legal research databases.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy when drafting correspondence and legal documents.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, work under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and work autonomously.
• Ability to take initiative and exercise sound judgment by identifying issues requiring immediate attention.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain lasting client relationships.
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical standards.
• Ability to work independently while also contributing as a collaborative team player.
• Strong administrative, organizational, interpersonal, and written/oral communication skills.
• Familiarity with legal technology and a willingness to learn new applications.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with a base salary plus commission, ranging from $90,000-$100,000.
• A supportive, collaborative, and team-oriented work environment.
• Opportunities for long-term professional growth and career advancement within the firm.
• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• On-site parking

Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

KPA Lawyers Professional Corporation is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. KPA Lawyers Professional Corporation adopts an inclusive and accessible environment, and we are committed to providing support to applicants and firm members with disabilities. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment, selection, and assessment process, please let us know.