Civil Litigation Associate Vaughan

Position Overview

We are seeking a driven and experienced Civil Litigation Associate with a minimum of 3–5 years’ experience to join our firm. The successful candidate will independently manage a diverse caseload and play a key role in delivering high-quality legal services to our clients.

What You Bring to the Role

You are a solid litigator with exceptional writing skills backed with proven experience. You think outside of the box and develop nuanced strategies to solve client matters.

You are confident and organized in the practice of litigation. You have a explicit understanding around the rules and the complexities of running litigation files from start to finish independently. You can manage multiple matters simultaneously and docket your time to ensure important deadlines and appearances are met and delivered.

You are seeking the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work within a team environment while forming strong relationships with our clients to drive career growth. You value teamwork and work with others assigned to matters to understand all of its details and problem solve efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently manage civil litigation files from intake through resolution
• Draft pleadings, motions, application, affidavits, settlement documents and other legal correspondence
• Conduct discoveries, attend mediations, pre-trials, and court appearances
• Develop litigation strategies across corporate/commercial, construction, and employment disputes
• Provide practical and strategic legal advice to clients
• Collaborate with other lawyers and support staff
• Communicate directly with clients, opposing counsel, and experts
• Ensure deadlines and procedural requirements are met

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of civil litigation experience
• Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
• Experience appearing before the Ontario Superior Court of Justice
• Proven ability to carry files independently with minimal supervision
• Strong drafting, advocacy, and negotiation skills
• Experience in corporate/commercial, construction, employment, or contract disputes is highly preferred
• Excellent organizational and client management skills

What We Offer

Law clerk and administrative support

Opportunity to work on a broad range of litigation matters

Professional and collaborative work environment

Pay: Up to $140,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person