Employment Litigation Lawyer

3–5 Years of Experience | Downtown Toronto

Our client, an established employment law boutique in downtown Toronto, is seeking a lawyer with 3–5 years of litigation experience, including significant experience in employment law. The firm welcomes candidates with a mix of employment and other civil or commercial litigation experience who are interested in building a focused employment litigation practice.

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will advise and represent employees in a range of workplace disputes, including wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, severance negotiations, and workplace human rights matters. The role combines direct client contact and file responsibility with opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and continued professional development.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage employment litigation files from initial consultation through settlement or adjudication.
• Advise employees, including managers and executives, on termination entitlements, severance packages, and employment agreements.
• Handle wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, workplace discrimination, harassment, and related employment disputes.
• Draft demand letters, pleadings, mediation briefs, motion materials, settlement agreements, and other litigation documents.
• Conduct examinations for discovery, mediations, motions, and settlement negotiations.
• Represent clients before courts and tribunals, as appropriate to the matter.
• Assess the merits of claims, potential damages, and practical strategies for resolving disputes.
• Maintain clear, responsive communication with clients throughout their matters.
• Collaborate with senior lawyers on complex files and litigation strategy.

Qualifications

• Three to five years of litigation experience, including significant employment law experience.
• Candidates with a mix of employment and other civil or commercial litigation experience are encouraged to apply.
• Called to the Ontario Bar and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Experience with wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, and other workplace disputes.
• Strong knowledge of Ontario employment law, human rights legislation, and civil litigation procedure.
• Ability to manage files independently while recognizing when to seek guidance.
• Strong drafting, advocacy, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• A thoughtful, practical approach to advising clients through challenging workplace situations.

Why Join?

• Build your practice within a boutique focused on employment law.
• Work alongside experienced lawyers on varied and challenging employment disputes.
• Develop your litigation skills through meaningful file responsibility and senior guidance.
• Gain experience advising a broad range of employees, including senior professionals and executives.
• Join a downtown Toronto team with opportunities for continued professional growth.