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Our client, a large law firm with a presence in North York, is looking to add a Litigation Lawyer focusing on civil sexual assault to its growing team. The firm is open to lawyers with various levels of experience.
Your role will include:
- Representing plaintiff side (survivors) clients in civil sexual assault and abuse cases
- Providing trauma informed legal advice with clients
- Working closely with clients while maintaining professional boundaries
- Managing the litigation lifecycle which can include drafting pleadings, demand letters, settlement documents, motion records, etc.
- Attending hearings and other parts of the litigation process including examinations for discovery, motions, etc.
- Working closely with witnesses which can include professionals like doctors
- Staying up to date on relevant matters and case law
You are the ideal candidate if you have/are:
- J.D. and a member in good standing of the Law Society of Ontario.
- 2-5 years of experience in plaintiff side civil sexual abuse and assault. Candidates with robust Plaintiff side work in other areas will be considered.
- Experience working with vulnerable clients
- Strong research, drafting, and advocacy skills
- Exceptional time management and project management skills, along with an ability to juggle multiple projects/priorities
This is an active opening for a current role.
The expected salary range is 140,000-190,000 depending on seniority and experience. Total compensation can can include bonus or incentives.
AI may be used only for initial resume review. All other decisions are human-made.
We appreciate all candidates who take time to apply, however, only candidates with the requisite experience will be contacted.
