Senior Associate Lawyer

W3Global; Markham; Hybrid; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Fridays

Remote work options

Boutique firm culture

Job summary

W3Global seeks a Senior Associate Lawyer in Markham, Ontario. You will independently manage a broad range of corporate-commercial files from initial consultation through completion, and advise on governance, transactions, and complex agreements.

You will lead corporate transactions, manage closings, and maintain client relationships with sophisticated business clients. JD from an Ontario law school, licensed in good standing, and 6–10 years of private practice are required.

Qualifications

• JD from an Ontario law school required.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• 6–10 years of private practice experience in corporate-commercial law.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a broad range of corporate-commercial files from consultation through completion.
• Advise clients on corporate governance, transactions, and general corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate commercial agreements (shareholders' agreements, asset & share purchase, loan, service, distribution, licensing).
• Lead corporate transactions including mergers & acquisitions, reorganizations, and restructurings.
• Manage closings, coordinate with clients/third parties, and oversee closing documentation.
• Handle routine corporate matters (incorporations, amalgamations, continuances, dissolutions, revivals).
• Advise on tax-driven reorganizations where applicable.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships; provide practical, business-focused legal advice.

Skills

Corporate law

Legal drafting

Negotiation

Client management

Project management

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) from an Ontario law school

Job description

We are currently seeking a Senior Associate Lawyer. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced lawyer seeking greater autonomy, a healthier work-life balance, flexible Fridays, remote work options, and the opportunity to work directly with sophisticated corporate clients.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage a broad range of corporate-commercial files from initial consultation through completion.
• Advise sophisticated business clients on corporate governance, commercial transactions, and general corporate matters.
• Draft, review, and negotiate a wide variety of commercial agreements, including shareholders\' agreements, asset and share purchase agreements, loan agreements, service agreements, distribution agreements, licensing agreements, and other commercial contracts.
• Lead corporate transactions, including mergers and acquisitions, business purchases and sales, reorganizations, and corporate restructurings.
• Manage transaction closings, coordinate with clients and third parties, satisfy closing conditions, and oversee all closing documentation.
• Handle routine corporate matters, including incorporations, amalgamations, continuances, dissolutions, revivals, and corporate maintenance.
• Advise on tax-driven reorganizations, including estate freezes and corporate rollovers, where applicable.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships while providing practical, business-focused legal advice.
• Work independently while collaborating with the firm\'s lawyers on complex matters when required.

Qualifications

• Juris Doctor (JD) from an Ontario law school.
• Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• 6-10 years of private practice experience in corporate-commercial law (articling experience will not be considered).
• Strong experience independently managing corporate-commercial files and advising sophisticated business clients.
• Experience handling commercial transactions, mergers and acquisitions, corporate reorganizations, and complex commercial agreements.
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, analytical, and client management skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple files independently.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while working with minimal supervision.

Benefits

• Flexible Fridays.
• Remote work options.
• Supportive boutique firm culture with a strong emphasis on work-life balance.
• Opportunity to work with sophisticated clients on high-quality corporate-commercial matters.