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- Employment type
- Full-time
- Experience level
- Mid-level · 2+ years
- Apply by
- Nov 3, 2026
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 40 hours per week
- Seniority
- Mid-Senior level
- Application method
- Direct apply is available
Job summary
Advise clients on corporate and commercial matters, draft and negotiate complex agreements, and lead or support M&A, private equity, joint venture, partnership, and reorganization transactions. Manage due diligence, transaction risks, client relationships, and multiple files while providing practical advice aligned with clients’ business objectives.
Job details
Corporate/Commercial Lawyer Northview Law | Toronto, ON Salary: $140,000–$200,000 per year Northview Law is seeking an experienced Corporate/Commercial Lawyer to join our growing Toronto team. We are looking for a motivated and commercially minded lawyer with 4–5+ years of post-bar experience who is comfortable handling sophisticated corporate and commercial matters and working directly with clients. The ideal candidate will have strong drafting and negotiating skills, sound business judgment, and the ability to manage complex transactions from start to finish. Key Responsibilities Advise clients on a broad range of corporate and commercial matters. Draft, review, negotiate, and interpret complex commercial agreements and contracts. Lead and assist with mergers and acquisitions (M&A) transactions. Advise on private equity (PE) transactions, joint ventures, partnerships, and corporate reorganizations. Structure and negotiate commercial arrangements while identifying and managing legal and business risks. Conduct and manage due diligence for corporate transactions. Work closely with clients, opposing counsel, financial advisors, and other professionals. Provide practical, commercially focused legal advice that supports clients' business objectives. Manage multiple files and transactions efficiently while meeting deadlines. Develop and maintain strong client relationships. Qualifications & Experience 4–5+ years of post-bar experience in corporate/commercial law. Experience with complex commercial contracts and negotiations. M&A experience is an asset. Experience with private equity, joint ventures, and partnerships is an asset. Strong commercial/business acumen and practical problem-solving skills. Excellent drafting, analytical, communication, and negotiation skills. Ability to independently manage files while also working effectively as part of a team. Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Licensed to practice law in Ontario and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. What We Offer Competitive compensation of $140,000–$200,000, based on experience and qualifications. Opportunity to work on sophisticated corporate and commercial matters. Direct client exposure and meaningful responsibility. A collaborative and entrepreneurial environment. Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a growing law firm. If you are a commercially minded corporate lawyer who enjoys complex transactions, strategic problem-solving, and negotiating deals, we would like to hear from you. Apply to Northview Law today, email: talent@northviewlaw.com
What you’ll do
Advise clients on corporate and commercial matters, draft and negotiate complex agreements, and lead or support M&A, private equity, joint venture, partnership, and reorganization transactions. Manage due diligence, transaction risks, client relationships, and multiple files while providing practical advice aligned with clients’ business objectives.
Requirements
Requires 4–5+ years of post-bar experience in corporate or commercial law, strong contract drafting and negotiation skills, and the ability to manage complex matters independently and collaboratively. Candidates must be licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario; M&A, private equity, joint venture, and partnership experience is an asset.
Benefits
- Professional Growth Opportunities
- Advancement Opportunities
Listed skills
- Risk Management · Preferred
- Client Relationship Management · Preferred
- Contract Negotiation · Preferred
Other relevant skills
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- Corporate Law
- Commercial Law
- Contract Drafting
- Contract Negotiation
- Mergers And Acquisitions
- Private Equity
- Joint Ventures
- Partnerships
- Corporate Reorganizations
- Due Diligence
- Risk Management
- Commercial Acumen
- Business Judgment
- Analytical Skills
- Client Relationship Management
- File Management
Job areas
- Legal