Litigation Associate

Description

Bennett Gastle PC is looking for a litigation associate with 3 to 5 + years of civil litigation experience to join our boutique litigation practice.

The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload independently and with other legal professionals at the firm. The candidate’s core practice will focus on insurance defence (long-term disability claims, life insurance claims, occupiers’ liability disputes), employment matters, commercial litigation, and creditor-debtor disputes.

Key responsibilities:

• Independently manage a portfolio of litigation files from initial intake through pleadings, discovery, motions, mediation, and trial.
• Draft opinions, pleadings, motion materials and facta.
• Conduct discoveries, negotiate settlements, and advocate for clients in court and administrative tribunals.
• Maintain direct client communication and provide strategic counsel.

Qualifications:

• Member in good standing with the Law Society.
• 3 to 5 + years civil litigation experience.
• Written advocacy, legal research, and analytical skills.
• Proven ability to independently run files while collaborating with a close-knit team.
• Demonstrate practical judgment, strong interpersonal skills and work as a team player.

What we offer:

• A collegial, collaborative small-firm culture.
• Courtroom and advocacy experience.
• Space to grow in your litigation practice.
• Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.