Litigation Associate

LIFE AFTER LAW is Canada’s trusted Legal Search Authority. 25+ years developing lasting relationships with lawyers, law firms and companies. Overview Our client, a top ranked litigation boutique in downtown Toronto, is looking to add an exceptional Commercial Litigation Lawyer with 2-5 years of experience to its growing team. The role will involve working on a broad range of litigation matters. This is an opportunity to work alongside nationally recognized advocates on some of Canada’s most sophisticated and high-profile disputes. As a litigation associate, you will play a meaningful role in every stage of complex litigation, including: Developing litigation strategy with partners and clients Drafting pleadings, motion materials, facta, and other advocacy documents Conducting examinations for discovery and witness preparation Appearing on motions, case conferences, and other court attendances Managing document production and working with experts Conducting legal research and providing strategic advice to clients Working closely with clients on sophisticated commercial disputes from inception through trial or appeal Associates are given significant responsibility, direct client contact, and opportunities for courtroom advocacy early in their careers. Qualifications he successful candidate will have: 2–5 years of post-call experience in commercial litigation at a leading Canadian law firm or litigation boutique Excellent academic credentials Outstanding legal research, writing, and analytical skills Strong advocacy and oral communication abilities Experience drafting complex motion materials and facta Experience conducting discoveries and managing litigation files Superior judgment, attention to detail, and organizational skills A collaborative approach and commitment to excellence Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario This is an active opening for a current role. AI may be used only for initial resume review. All other decisions are human-made. We appreciate all candidates who take time to apply, however, only candidates with the requisite experience will be contacted.

The associate will manage complex commercial disputes from inception through trial or appeal. Key duties include developing litigation strategies, drafting advocacy documents, and appearing in court for motions and conferences.

Candidates must have 2-5 years of post-call experience in commercial litigation and be members in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Strong academic credentials and proven skills in legal research and advocacy are required.

• ProductionPreferred
• collaborativePreferred
• AnalyticalPreferred
• OrganizationPreferred
• preparationPreferred
• materialsPreferred
• Attention to detailPreferred
• ClientPreferred
• responsibilityPreferred
• CommunicationPreferred
• TimePreferred

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• Commercial Litigation
• Legal Research
• Legal Writing
• Courtroom Advocacy
• Drafting Pleadings
• Examination For Discovery
• Witness Preparation
• Case Management
• Analytical Skills
• Oral Communication
• Strategic Advice
• Document Production

• Legal
• Consulting

Minimum education

Master’s degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Apply by

Sep 4, 2026

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week

Seniority

Associate