Litigation Associate (Ottawa)

About the Company

Our client, a well-established and respected boutique litigation firm, is seeking an Estate Litigation Associate to join their team.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of estates and trusts litigation matters from inception through resolution.
• Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, factums, legal opinions, and other court materials.
• Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategy for complex estates disputes.
• Attend examinations for discovery, mediations, settlement negotiations, and court appearances (virtually and in-person as required).
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and other stakeholders.
• Independently manage files while meeting all deadlines and professional obligations.
• Contribute to client relationship management and business development initiatives where appropriate.

Requirements

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• 5+ years of litigation experience.
• Strong advocacy, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven ability to manage files independently in a remote work environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Client-focused approach with sound professional judgment.
• Comfortable working autonomously while staying connected to a virtual team.

Compensation

• Salary up to $140,000, commensurate with experience.
• Fully remote work environment with flexibility to work from anywhere in Canada, provided you are called to the Ontario Bar and maintain positive standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• High-quality, intellectually engaging estates litigation work.
• Collaborative and collegial team culture.
• Flexible work arrangements supporting work-life balance.