Senior Aboriginal Law Counsel — First Nations & Climate

Woodward & Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Group benefits plan

RRSP employer contribution

Law Society and CBA fees paid

CPD allowance

Job summary

Woodward & Co. Lawyers LLP seeks a qualified, mid-level litigator to join our Aboriginal law team in Toronto. The role focuses on serving First Nations interests with experience in constitutional, environment/climate/sustainability, and/or energy law.

The ideal candidate is a 5–10 year call member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, able to mentor junior associates, travel as needed, and contribute to Lands and Governance and Northern practice groups within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• 5–10 year call with Ontario Bar in good standing.
• Experience in constitutional, environment/climate/sustainability, and/or energy law.
• Interest in developing Aboriginal law practice for First Nations.
• Willing to travel and mentor junior associates.

Responsibilities

• Join Toronto office and focus on Aboriginal Law, constitutional, environment/climate/sustainability, and energy issues.
• Serve First Nations interests and collaborate with Lands and Governance and Northern practice groups.
• Mentor junior associates and participate in external events and speaking engagements.

Skills

Self-motivated

Time management

Legal writing

Advocacy

Negotiation

Cross-cultural communication

Mentorship

Travel

Public speaking

Job description

Woodward & Co. Lawyers LLP seeks a qualified, mid-level litigator to join our Aboriginal law team in Toronto. The role focuses on serving First Nations interests with experience in constitutional, environment/climate/sustainability, and/or energy law.

The ideal candidate is a 5–10 year call member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, able to mentor junior associates, travel as needed, and contribute to Lands and Governance and Northern practice groups within a collaborative team.