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About the Role
BLG is seeking a talented junior associate to join its disputes team in Toronto. The role will include a focus on the defence of a broad range of tort claims, including public authority liability, product liability, professional negligence, institutional liability and defamation. Experience with class actions is also an asset. This is an opportunity for a lawyer with 2 to 3 years of litigation experience to take on meaningful file responsibility, gain direct client exposure and continue developing strong courtroom and advocacy skills within one of Canada’s leading disputes practices.
Responsibilities
- Drafting and reviewing statements of defence, motions, affidavits, mediation briefs, settlement documents and other litigation materials
- Conducting examinations for discovery and preparing clients and witnesses for examinations
- Developing litigation strategy and working directly with clients and senior members of the team
- Attending motions, case conferences and other court appearances and preparing materials for trial
Requirements
- Strong and motivated advocate with excellent legal research, analysis and drafting skills
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
- Sound judgment, strategic thinking and practical problem-solving abilities
- Ability to manage a high volume of files effectively
- Ability to work collaboratively as part of a high-performing disputes team
Skills
- Litigation
- Legal research
- Analysis
- Drafting
- Courtroom advocacy
- Class actions (asset)
Location
- Toronto
Work Type
- Full-time
Experience Level
- 2-3 years of litigation experience
Education Level
- Law degree
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Salary/Compensations
- $155,000 - $180,000
Benefits
- Top-tier training
- Mentorship
- Apprenticeship
- Professional development
About the Company
- BLG is Canada’s Law Firm with a culture of vigilance and curiosity, firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication.
- We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.
- We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development.
- Learn more about us at www.blg.com.
Equal Opportunity
- BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves.
- We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG.
- We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+.
- We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.