Civil Litigation Lawyer

Downtown Toronto | Hybrid (Work from home)

$120,000–$130,000 Base | High-Volume Practice | Immediate Impact

The Opportunity
This is a role for a driven civil litigator who wants ownership, responsibility, and momentum. Our client is a growing Downtown Toronto law firm with a busy civil litigation practice. They are seeking a lawyer who is hungry to work files, push matters forward, and take accountability for progress. The practice is active and client-facing, with no shortage of work — what’s needed is someone who ensures files don’t stall.

If you are energized by moving matters ahead rather than watching them sit, this role is built for you.

What You’ll Be Responsible For:
File Ownership & Litigation

Independently manage a  high-volume civil litigation caseload

Handle  Small Claims  and Superior Court litigation matters

Draft pleadings, motions, affidavits, and settlement documentation

Attend court appearances as required

Identify next steps early to keep files advancing efficiently

Client Management

Act as the  primary client contact  on assigned files

Provide clear, practical advice and manage expectations

Practice Execution

Maintain strong organization, docketing, and follow-up discipline

Contribute to improving file flow and efficiency across the practice

Who This Role Is For:
This role is ideal for a lawyer who:

Is  self-directed, motivated, and proactive

Is comfortable handling  lots of active files at once

Enjoys practical, real-world litigation work

Required Qualifications

3–5 years  of civil litigation experience in Ontario

Licensed and in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario

Hands-on experience with  Small Claims and Superior Court

Proven ability to  run files independently

What Success Looks Like

Files consistently move forward without reminders

Partners trust that files are being pushed and managed

You are known as someone who  gets things done

Why This Role Works

Real autonomy and file ownership

Reasonable billing expectations

Hybrid work model in a central Toronto location

A steady pipeline of work

A practice that values execution over posturing

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