Litigation Associate

litigation associate

join me law – a leading business litigation firm in toronto – as a litigation associate. In this fast‑track role, you will work on a broad range of civil litigation matters, from estate and real‑estate disputes to complex commercial litigation, collaborating with senior counsel and handling cases end‑to‑end.

base salary: ca $80,000 – ca $200,000 per year, commensurate with experience. Competitive performance‑based incentives and profit‑sharing are available.

• contemporary office in downtown toronto (yorkville)
• clear career growth trajectory with increased compensation opportunities
• respectful and inclusive workplace culture
• well‑established operational infrastructure with effective systems, policies and workflows
• collaborative, high‑energy culture with frequent team events and conferences

full‑time, in‑office position with occasional remote flexibility.

• manage your own litigation files from start to finish.
• co‑counsel with senior lawyers on complex, high‑stakes cases.
• draft pleadings, applications, motions, affidavits, and factums.
• argue motions, case conferences, applications, and trials.
• prepare for and conduct discoveries and hearings.
• liaise with clients, opposing counsel, and court officials.
• utilize cutting‑edge litigation software to manage files efficiently.
• develop and execute case strategies to secure optimal outcomes for clients.

• 3+ years of solid civil litigation experience (estate, commercial and real‑estate litigation preferred).
• membership in good standing with the law society of ontario.
• deep knowledge of the rules of civil procedure and the courts of justice act.
• experience with motions, case conferences, trials, and discoveries.
• proficiency in drafting persuasive legal documents.
• strong courtroom advocacy skills.
• hands‑on experience with acl, lexisnexis, westlaw, canlii, cosmolex, and caselines.
• familiarity with teraview, esc and other legal research databases.
• advanced negotiation, client service, and client management skills.

• previous experience working with legal experts.
• published legal research, articles, or cases.
• experience with legal practice management software.
• bilingualism (asset but not required).

• competitive performance‑based salary with opportunities for bonuses.
• unparalleled infrastructure, systems and support.
• rapid career growth – work on challenging cases that fast‑track expertise.
• hands‑on learning – direct mentorship from senior lawyers.
• diverse, engaging work environment valuing collaboration, innovation and professional excellence.
• benefits package – health and wellness benefits.
• work‑life balance – occasional remote flexibility after 6 months.
• networking and professional development opportunities.

• monday to friday, 9:00 am – 6:00 pm.
• onsite in toronto, on m5s 2v6; reliable commute or plan to relocate before starting work.

click the "apply now" button on this page, and include your cv and a cover letter outlining your experience, relevant cases, and areas of law you focus on.

we are an equal opportunity employer. Your sensitive information will be stayed confidential and will not be shared with third parties for marketing purposes.

• by submitting an application, you consent to me law professional corporation storing and processing the personal information you provide.
• we retain data relating to unsuccessful applicants for no longer than 12 months following the date of a decision being communicated to you.
• we will not keep cvs on file to consider them for future roles.

if you’re ambitious, hardworking and ready to immerse yourself in a fast‑paced, high‑reward litigation environment, we want to hear from you!