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Litigation Associate
Job Summary
TWL Law is seeking a Litigation Associate to help deliver exceptional legal services to a broad client audience. In this role, the Associate will report directly to our Principal Lawyer and Head of Litigation and will be given substantial responsibility. The Litigation Associate will enjoy high levels of support and a commitment to professional development while working closely with team members and clients. The Litigation Associate will be exposed to a variety of legal matters, including commercial disputes, construction disputes, employment disputes and insurance disputes among others.
Key Areas of Responsibility
With the full support of our team, your responsibilities will include, but not be limited to, the following:
Assisting the Principal Lawyer with day-to-day handling of files
Providing legal counsel to clients
Have carriage of your own files
Preparing legal documents such as but not limited to pleadings and motions
Resolve claims and disputes
Qualifications:
1+ year of work experience coupled with an L.L.B/J. D and member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
Self-motivated and entrepreneurial
Excellent research, drafting and written communication skills
Superior spoken communication skills, and an effective negotiator
Demonstrated sense of urgency with strong prioritization and organizational skills
Client focused
Strong interest in litigation
Who we are
TWL Law is an Ontario based litigation law firm that provides exceptional legal services in the areas of Insurance Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation and Employment Law. TWL Law is proudly Women Business Enterprise Certified by WBE Canada as a majority-owned, managed and controlled Women Business Enterprise.
Dedicated to helping our clients, we provide high quality legal services to individuals and businesses across various sectors. We bring to the table years of experience supporting and litigating on behalf of businesses of all sizes, including but not limited to leading Insurance Companies, Financial Institutions, Franchises, Dental and Medical Businesses, Investment Firms, Human Resources Businesses, Staffing and Recruitment Firms and Real Estate Companies. Through our high-quality service levels TWL Law has built a large portfolio of clients - and we are growing.
Employment Equity Statement
TWL Law is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We strive to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and have a strong commitment to employment equity. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, ancestry, colour, race, citizenship, ethnic origin, place of origin, creed, disability, family or marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation or any other protected ground or social area according to Human Rights laws in Canada. TWL Law seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion.
To apply please send us your resume and cover letter along with a copy of your law school transcript.