Mid-Level Litigation Lawyer
Detalhes do emprego
KMB Law is a leading full-service business-first law firm with offices in Mississauga, Burlington and Toronto. We are a firm with rich history from 1979, led by a progressive partnership that is driven by a shared set of core values emphasizing both personal and professional respect for our lawyers and employees, community consciousness and delivering unparalleled value to our clients. We have a comprehensive offering of legal services including Corporate/Commercial, Real Estate and Land Development, Intellectual Property, Franchising, Wills & Estates, as well as Civil and Commercial Litigation, Labour and Employment Law, Family Law and Mediation. KMB Law is seeking a Mid-Level Litigation Lawyer with a minimum of 8+ years of law firm experience. The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented and able to demonstrate strong communication skills. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop and enhance a strong litigation practice in conjunction with experienced professionals in a dynamic and challenging legal environment. Position Overview: The Litigation Lawyer will assist with the performing of a variety of substantive, complex and routine legal activities with a commitment to legal excellence. This position may be located at our head office in Mississauga or in our Toronto office. Responsibilities include, among others:
- Provide Legal advice and guidance to clients on various matters.
- Develop and implement legal strategies in collaboration with clients and other team members.
- Independent carriage of files and collaboration on files with senior litigators.
- Work with and supervise junior lawyers and students.
- Represent clients in court and arbitration proceedings, while providing practical, cost-effective solutions.
- Support other firm practice areas.
- Other duties as assigned.
- 8+ years of good quality civil and commercial litigation experience.
- Strong negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated, hardworking and personable.
- Strong advocacy skills.
- Experience in complex litigation cases.
- Strong analytical skills.
- Proficient in legal drafting with a strong attention to detail.
- Excellent problem-solving skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment.
- Able to adapt to changing situations.
- Portable client base.
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