<p>We are supporting a leading Western Canadian full-service law firm in their search for a Litigation Associate Lawyer to join their team in Bonnyville, Alberta.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>About The Law Firm:</strong></p><ul><li>The firm is in an active growth phase and continues to expand its footprint via strategic acquisitions across Alberta, Saskatchewan, and British Columbia.</li><li>Following its recent expansion into the Lakeland region, this law firm stands as one of the largest regional practices in Alberta, boasting 18 offices, approximately 200 total staff, and a multi-province network of over 50 lawyers.</li><li>Full-Service Capabilities: Agriculture | Bankruptcy & Insolvency | Business Law | Civil Litigation | Criminal Law | Employment Law | Family Law | Immigration | Personal Injury | Real Estate | Wills & Estates.</li><li>Core Values: Respect | Integrity | Teamwork | Accountability | Loyalty | Inclusivity & Diversity.</li><li>Work Structure: On-site structure based out of the downtown Bonnyville office. The firm places a high priority on professional autonomy, empowerment, and establishing a genuine work-life balance.</li><li>Team Structure: A collaborative, tight-knit on-site team consisting of 2 local lawyers and 8 dedicated support staff members. The lawyers presently run practices focused on solicitor’s work, business law, tax, estates, and family law.</li></ul><p><strong>About The Role: Associate Lawyer - General Litigator</strong></p><ul><li>The Bonnyville practice is looking to add a dedicated General Litigator to the team. As a growing office with an active client base, the firm has been turning away a litigation work meaning the incoming lawyer will step into an immediate, flow of active files.</li><li>Practice Focus: Comfortable managing general civil and commercial litigation matters independently, with the support of a highly experienced local clerk and assistant team.</li><li>Book of Business: A personal book of business is always welcome but certainly not required. The local market has an abundance of existing files, and additional litigation work can be drawn from other regional offices if the incoming lawyer is looking for additional files to work on as the Bonnyville location ramps up the litigation practice.</li><li>Billable Target: 1,320 annual billable hours target (structured to support reasonable pacing and work-life balance).</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an <strong>Employment Lawyer</strong> to join a growing employee-focused practice in Toronto, Ontario. This position suits a lawyer with solid post-call experience who is motivated by helping individuals address workplace issues with confidence and clarity. The successful candidate will take carriage of files across advisory, negotiation, and dispute resolution stages while delivering thoughtful legal guidance and strong client service.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong>:</p><p>• Provide legal advice to employees on workplace disputes, including dismissal matters, human rights concerns, and related employment issues.</p><p>• Take primary responsibility for files from intake to resolution, ensuring each matter progresses efficiently through negotiation, mediation, tribunal proceedings, or court action.</p><p>• Prepare clear and persuasive legal documents such as pleadings, affidavits, motions, submissions, opinions, and settlement materials.</p><p>• Advocate for clients in discussions with opposing parties and appear before courts, tribunals, and mediators as required.</p><p>• Conduct legal research and apply current legislation, regulations, and case law to support strategy and recommendations.</p><p>• Maintain consistent communication with clients, explain legal options in practical terms, and build trust through responsive service.</p><p>• Work with colleagues on complex employment and labour matters where coordinated legal analysis or litigation support is needed.</p>
<p><strong>Job Title:</strong> Senior Litigation Associate</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Toronto, Ontario / Hybrid</p><p><strong>Salary</strong>: $200 - $230k </p><p><strong>Job Type:</strong> Full-time, Permanent</p><p><strong>Industry:</strong> Legal Services / Law Firm</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Job Summary:</strong></p><p>Robert Half Canada is seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Litigation Associate</strong> on behalf of our client in the legal services industry. This role is responsible for managing complex litigation matters, providing strategic legal analysis, and supporting clients through all stages of the litigation process. The ideal candidate brings strong advocacy skills, sound legal judgment, and the ability to manage multiple matters in a deadline-driven environment.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Manage a broad range of litigation files from initial assessment through resolution</li><li>Conduct legal research and provide strategic advice on litigation matters</li><li>Draft pleadings, motions, briefs, affidavits, and other legal documents</li><li>Prepare for and attend discoveries, mediations, arbitrations, hearings, and trials</li><li>Represent clients in court and other dispute resolution proceedings, as applicable</li><li>Develop case strategies, assess risk, and provide practical recommendations</li><li>Review evidence, witness statements, and expert materials to support case preparation</li><li>Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders on litigation strategy and file management</li><li>Support business development and client relationship activities as appropriate</li><li>Mentor junior lawyers, clerks, or support staff as applicable</li></ul><p><br></p>