Litigation Lawyer

Mann Lawyers LLP; Ottawa; Presencial; CAD 122.000 - 149.000; Jornada completa

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Competitive benefits

Descripción de la vacante

Mann Lawyers LLP in Ottawa seeks a Litigation Lawyer (Commercial and Estate Litigation) with seven or more years of experience to join our growing team. The role involves significant courtroom work and handling commercial and estate matters with clients across Ontario.

You will manage files from start to finish, draft pleadings and opinions, and provide strategic advice. A background in construction litigation or an existing book of business is valued, and a competitive benefits package

Formación

• Must be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Seven (7) plus years of litigation experience.
• Experience with examinations for discovery, mediation, arbitration, trial, appeals, and settlement procedures.

Responsabilidades

• Handle commercial and estate litigation matters for clients in Ottawa and throughout Ontario.
• Manage files end-to-end, including strategy, drafting, and client communication.
• Draft pleadings, opinions, and submissions; provide strategic guidance on complex matters.

Conocimientos

Courtroom advocacy

Disputes resolution

Drafting pleadings and opinions

Time management

Client management

Team collaboration

Excellent communication

Educación

Law degree / JD

Licensed to practice in Ontario

Descripción del empleo

POSITION TITLE: Litigation Lawyer (Commercial and Estate Litigation)

Type: Full-time, permanent, current vacancy

Who We Are

Mann Lawyers LLP is a growing firm of over 30 lawyers that practice in litigation, business law, wills and estates, real estate, family, employment, and environmental law. We provide our clients with top-notch legal services and strive for success, not only in legal terms but also in life. We work hard to ensure that our culture is inclusive of all. We promote authenticity and celebrate diversity.

Our 30 + years of delivering compassionate, intelligent, and thoughtful advice with integrity, demonstrates our unparalleled ability to forge long-term client relationships. That quality of thought and action extends to our clients but also to our team members and out in the communities we feel lucky to be part of.

We seek out positive resolutions to legal challenges in ways that always consider the intellectual, emotional, financial, and practical well-being of our clients and team members.

The Role

We are seeking a lawyer with seven (7) plus years of litigation experience to join our growing Ottawa team, who is comfortable assisting clients in both commercial and estate litigation domains. The ideal candidate must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and extensive experience and comfort with organizing their time and the file.

Requirements

Knowledge & Skills

• You are comfortable “on your feet” in the courtroom
• Experience with examinations for discovery, mediation, arbitration, trial, appeals, and settlement procedures and processes
• You deliver high-quality work
• You have strong drafting and analytical skills and can assess complex issues, while providing a unique perspective
• You can manage processes from the beginning to the end
• You have excellent oral and written communication skills
• You are creative and provide effective legal advice on matters with significant complexity and risk exposure
• You provide legal opinions, arguments and information in a clear and concise manner
• You have excellent time management and organizational skills
• You have effective client and practice management skills
• You have strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work in a team environment
• You value client service and professionalism

Minimum Qualifications

• You are a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario; and
• Seven (7) plus years of litigation experience.

Assets

• A background and/or experience in construction litigation would be an asset; and
• An existing book of business would be an asset.

Salary & Benefits:

Compensation for this position starts at $135,000.00 per year, with final salary determined based on experience and qualifications. A competitive benefits package is also offered.

Mann Lawyers does not use Artificial Intelligence in the screening, assessment, or selection of applicants.

Applications & Accommodations

Mann Lawyers is committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations throughout the selection process and while working at Mann Lawyers. If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact us at 613-722-1500 or [e-mail]. We welcome the opportunity to discuss accommodation of your disability and ensure fairness in our hiring process.

Mann Lawyers’ Commitment

Mann Lawyers is committed to creating and maintaining a positive and inclusive environment for all individuals in the workplace. It is our policy to make decisions on hiring, promotions, rewards and other human resources issues based on merit (including a person’s qualifications, ability and performance). We welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

Thank you for your interest in Mann Lawyers LLP.