Associate Criminal Lawyer (3-5 Years)

Mid-Level Associate Lawyer

Shaffie Law Professional Corporation

Toronto · Hybrid Role

About Shaffie Law

Shaffie Law is a criminal defence firm led by former Assistant Crown Attorney Shayan Shaffie. We provide uncompromising representation to individuals charged with criminal and quasi-criminal offences across Ontario, with a particular focus on high-stakes intimate partner violence litigation that intersects with family and civil court proceedings.

The Role

The firm is expanding and requires an experienced, industrious mid-level Associate to manage a curated caseload while laying the groundwork for future expansion. This is a hybrid role based in Toronto, with an average of two days per week in our St. Lawrence Market office and the balance remote.

Day-to-day responsibilities include managing a criminal defence file load, client management, and, over time, supervising junior staff. For the right candidate, there is a serious prospect of future growth into a management or partnership-level role.

Qualifications

• Good standing with the Law Society of Ontario, with an unblemished disciplinary record.
• 3–5 years of hands-on criminal defence experience. New calls should not apply.
• Exceptional written and oral advocacy, grounded in a demonstrable command of the Charter and core criminal jurisprudence.
• Client-focused communication skills, with the ability to explain complex legal concepts, manage expectations, and build trust with diverse clients.
• Demonstrated experience handling intimate partner violence files, including sexual assault and domestic assault matters.
• Comfort with a hybrid work arrangement, using secure technology while maintaining confidentiality and compliance with professional obligations.

Remuneration and Terms

• Annual salary in the range of $90,000–$125,000, commensurate with experience, ambition, and qualifications.
• Guaranteed 10% raise after the first twelve months.
• LSO and LawPRO dues paid by the firm.
• Annual CPD stipend.
• A defined path to senior responsibility as the firm grows.

To Apply

Send a cover letter, resume, and one writing sample you drafted independently (a factum, an application, or a sentencing brief — redacted as needed) to ***email_hidden***. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a working interview that may include a short paid drafting exercise. We regret that we will not be contacting unsuccessful applicants.