Senior Litigation Associate

Minted Search Group; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Four weeks vacation

Three-month probation

Growth opportunities

Job summary

Minted Search Group is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Lawyer to join a boutique firm with ~12 lawyers and 25+ staff. The role leads a small team, works directly with the managing partner, and handles sophisticated, high-net-worth disputes.

You will appear before Ontario courts, craft litigation strategies, and manage filings from start to finish in a collaborative, open environment.

Qualifications

• Licensed Ontario lawyer with 5+ years in corporate/commercial litigation.
• Experience handling complex disputes including fraud or class actions is a plus.
• Strong research, drafting and advocacy skills are essential.
• Ability to independently manage files and exercise sound strategic judgment.
• Capable of leading a small legal team and coordinating with junior staff.

Responsibilities

• Carry complex corporate and commercial litigation files from inception to resolution.
• Represent clients before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice and Court of Appeal as required.
• Develop litigation strategies and provide practical, commercially focused advice.
• Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, and other litigation materials.
• Mentor and supervise a junior lawyer and legal assistant.

Skills

Litigation

Legal research

Drafting

Advocacy

Team leadership

Education

Bar admission in Ontario

Job description

Work Arrangement: Hybrid, four days per week in office

Billable Target: 1,250 hours annually

The Opportunity

A reputable boutique litigation firm with approximately 12 lawyers and more than 25 team members is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigation Lawyer to join its growing practice.

The successful candidate will act for sophisticated and high-net-worth clients in complex corporate and commercial disputes. This is a senior, autonomous position offering the opportunity to lead files, manage a small legal team and work directly with the managing partner on select matters. The firm is organized into three collaborative teams. The incoming lawyer will lead their own team, supported by a junior lawyer and a dedicated legal assistant, while benefiting from an approachable, open-door environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Assume carriage of complex corporate and commercial litigation files from inception through resolution
• Represent clients before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Ontario Court of Appeal and other courts and tribunals, as required
• Develop litigation strategies and provide practical, commercially focused advice
• Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, facta, legal opinions and other litigation materials
• Conduct legal research and analyze complex factual and legal issues
• Prepare for and attend discoveries, motions, mediations, arbitrations and trials
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, experts and other stakeholders
• Delegate and supervise work completed by a junior lawyer and legal assistant
• Support other members of the litigation team on matters of varying complexity and sensitivity
• Build strong, trusted relationships with clients and colleagues
• Contribute to the continued growth and development of the firm’s litigation practice

Qualifications

• Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
• Minimum five years of corporate and commercial litigation experience
• Experience involving financial fraud, class actions or other complex commercial disputes is considered a strong asset
• Demonstrated ability to independently manage files and make sound strategic decisions
• Strong legal research, analytical, drafting and advocacy skills
• Experience appearing before Ontario courts and participating in discoveries, mediations, arbitrations and trials
• Ability to prioritize competing matters and adapt quickly in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent attention to detail, judgment and work ethic
• Ethical, empathetic and client-focused approach
• Collaborative attitude and the ability to lead and support a small legal team

The firm is primarily focused on the depth and relevance of a candidate’s litigation experience and does not require a particular law school or educational background.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive base salary based on the successful candidate’s experience and expectations
• Discretionary bonus tied to hours and collections, subject to the firm’s applicable collection-rate requirements
• Low annual billable target of 1,250 hours
• Four weeks of vacation
• Three-month probationary period
• Meaningful opportunity for professional growth, increased responsibility and potential advancement within the firm

Work Arrangement

This is a hybrid position requiring attendance in the office four days per week, with the option to work remotely one day per week.