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Associate - Commercial Litigation
Waterloo, Ontario, Canada Gowling WLG – Associate – Commercial Litigation Gowling WLG is a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia. We are dedicated to sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. We are currently seeking an associate lawyer with solid experience to join our busy Commercial Litigation group to support clients of all stages and sizes. This is a hybrid role where the successful candidate can split their time between our brand new office space in the heart of downtown Kitchener and a remote working environment. Responsibilities: • Advise clients on legal matters related to commercial and civil litigation • Prepare and file court documents • Conduct legal research and analysis • Draft legal opinions, contracts and other legal documents • Represent clients in court, tribunals and mediations • Provide advice and counsel on risk management and dispute resolution • Assist in the development of strategies for successful outcomes • Act as an advocate for clients in civil and commercial litigation • Assist in the preparation of cases for trial Requirements: • Law degree (LL.B/J.D.) • 3 years of post-call experience in civil and commercial litigation • Excellent research and writing skills • Excellent knowledge of civil and commercial litigation • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team • Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload Salary: The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. Application Procedure: Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, their curriculum vitae, law school transcripts (for candidates under 5 years) and any other relevant materials to: Michelle McCallum, General Manager: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Application materials are held in the strictest confidence and only candidates of interest will be contacted. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. ## Gowling WLG – Associate – Commercial Litigation Gowling WLG is a global law firm that is dedicated to sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. We are currently seeking an associate lawyer with solid experience to join our busy Commercial Litigation group to support clients of all stages and sizes. This is a hybrid role where the successful candidate can split their time between our brand new office space in the heart of downtown Kitchener and a remote working environment. ### Responsibilities - Advise clients on legal matters related to commercial and civil litigation - Prepare and file court documents - Conduct legal research and analysis - Draft legal opinions, contracts and other legal documents - Represent clients in court, tribunals and mediations - Provide advice and counsel on risk management and dispute resolution - Assist in the development of strategies for successful outcomes - Act as an advocate for clients in civil and commercial litigation - Assist in the preparation of cases for trial ### Requirements - Law degree (LL.B/J.D.) - 3 years of post-call experience in civil and commercial litigation - Excellent research and writing skills - Excellent knowledge of civil and commercial litigation - Strong organizational skills and attention to detail - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to work both independently and as part of a team - Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workload ### Salary The salary for this position is competitive and commensurate with experience. ### Application Procedure Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, their curriculum vitae, law school transcripts (for candidates under 5 years) and any other relevant materials to: Michelle McCallum, General Manager: **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW*** Application materials are held in the strictest confidence and only candidates of interest will be contacted. Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. ## About Gowling WLG Gowling WLG is a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia. We are dedicated to sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. Our commitment to excellence and quality service begins with our people. We pride ourselves on providing a motivating and rewarding workplace that encourages excellence, innovation and collaboration. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm's Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are an integral part of our firm's core values. We are always |
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