Toronto Associate Lawyer — Employment & Civil Litigation

W3Global; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

W3Global in Toronto, ON seeks an Associate Lawyer to handle employment law and civil litigation matters within a dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will advise clients, develop case strategies, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in hearings and court proceedings.

The role requires a Juris Doctor or LL.B, Ontario licensure, and strong research, drafting, and advocacy skills. You will work closely with senior counsel and manage files with professional standards on an on-site

Qualifications

• LLB or JD from a recognized law school.
• Licensed to practise law in Ontario and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Experience handling employment law and civil litigation matters.
• Strong legal research, drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills.
• Experience managing client relationships and legal files independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational abilities and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage a diverse caseload involving employment law and civil litigation matters.
• Meet with clients to understand their legal concerns and assess potential claims.
• Provide legal advice and develop appropriate strategies to protect clients' interests.
• Negotiate settlements and pursue practical resolutions to legal disputes.
• Represent clients at hearings, mediations, discoveries, and court appearances.
• Prepare, review, and draft pleadings, legal documents, correspondence, and other case-related materials.
• Conduct legal research and analyze relevant legislation, case law, and legal precedents.
• Collaborate with senior counsel and participate in case strategy meetings.
• Monitor file progress, deadlines, and procedural requirements.
• Ensure all files are handled efficiently and in accordance with professional and regulatory standards.

Skills

Legal Research

Drafting

Negotiation

Advocacy

Client Management

Ontario Bar Admission

Employment & Civil Litigation

Education

LLB/JD from a recognized law school

Job description

W3Global in Toronto, ON seeks an Associate Lawyer to handle employment law and civil litigation matters within a dynamic legal team. The successful candidate will advise clients, develop case strategies, negotiate settlements, and represent clients in hearings and court proceedings.

The role requires a Juris Doctor or LL.B, Ontario licensure, and strong research, drafting, and advocacy skills. You will work closely with senior counsel and manage files with professional standards on an on-site