Seeking a lawyer (0 to 25 years) as a part time associate at a three lawyer (soon to be 4) personal injury law firm.

The ideal candidate has experience in personal injury or insurance defence, is eager to learn and grow as a personal injury lawyer (or is already a seasoned lawyer), has good judgment, is personable and both thorough and efficient.

New/recent calls will need to have articled and/or summered at a firm where you had hands on experience handling personal injury and/or insurance defence files.

Your responsibilities will include all aspects of being a lawyer at a personal injury firm, including both assisting with ongoing files (for a junior lawyer) and carriage of your own case load.

This position will provide an excellent opportunity for someone who loves the law, and would prefer to practice on a part time basis (25 hours per week on average).

We offer hybrid working arrangements, with a minimum of two days per week in the office.

If it is a good fit, we are open to keeping you on either indefinitely part time, or eventually increasing to full time hours, if there is a need and you are available to do so.

Remuneration will vary between a salary of $45,000.00 to CA$80,000.00 depending on experience.

Please forward your application to info@sginjurylaw.ca

If you are a new call, please include your Law School Transcript.

Location: Ottawa, ON (Hybrid)
Start Date: As Soon As Possible

Vincent Dagenais Gibson LLP is seeking a motivated and talented Litigation Lawyer with 3–5 years of experience to join our growing team in a permanent position.

We are looking for a lawyer who is committed to providing exceptional client service while valuing collaboration, professionalism, and work-life balance.

What We Offer

• Hybrid work arrangement with 2 work-from-home days per week
  
• Reasonable annual billable hour targets that support a healthy work-life balance
  
• Competitive compensation and benefits
  
• A collegial, supportive, and team-oriented work environment
  
• Opportunities for professional growth and mentorship

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of litigation experience
  
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
  
• Strong advocacy, legal research, and drafting skills
  
• Excellent communication and client relationship skills
  
• Ability to manage files independently while collaborating effectively with colleagues
  
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
  
• Bilingualism (English/French) and the ability to practice in both languages is considered a strong asset

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of litigation files from inception through resolution
  
• Conduct legal research and prepare pleadings, motions, and other court documents
  
• Attend discoveries, mediations, motions, and court appearances
  
• Provide strategic legal advice to clients
  
• Work collaboratively with lawyers and support staff to deliver exceptional client service

If you are looking for a firm where you can build your practice without sacrificing your personal life, we would love to hear from you.

Interested candidates can email their resume to Hind Baki at hind.baki@vdg.ca

Applications will be reviewed as they are received. This position is available immediately.

Avocat(e) en litige
(3 à 5 ans d'expérience)

Lieu : Ottawa (Ontario) – Mode de travail hybride
Entrée en fonction : Dès que possible

Vincent Dagenais Gibson est à la recherche d'un(e) avocat(e) en litige comptant de 3 à 5 années d'expérience, afin de se joindre à notre équipe en pleine croissance dans le cadre d’un poste permanent.

Nous recherchons une personne motivée, dynamique et soucieuse d'offrir un service exceptionnel à la clientèle, tout en évoluant dans un environnement qui valorise la collaboration, le professionnalisme et un sain équilibre entre le travail et la vie personnelle.

Ce que nous offrons

• Un mode de travail hybride comprenant deux journées de télétravail par semaine
  
• Des objectifs annuels d'heures facturables raisonnables favorisant un bon équilibre entre le travail et la vie personnelle
  
• Une rémunération concurrentielle et une gamme complète d'avantages sociaux
  
• Un environnement de travail collaboratif, respectueux et axé sur le travail d'équipe
  
• Des occasions de développement professionnel et de mentorat

Profil recherché

• De 3 à 5 années d'expérience en litige
  
• Membre en règle du Barreau de l'Ontario
  
• Excellentes aptitudes en plaidoirie, en recherche juridique et en rédaction
  
• Solides habiletés en communication et en relations avec la clientèle
  
• Capacité à gérer des dossiers de façon autonome tout en collaborant efficacement avec les autres membres de l'équipe
  
• Excellentes aptitudes en organisation et en gestion des priorités
  
• Le bilinguisme (français et anglais), ainsi que la capacité de pratiquer dans les deux langues, constituent un atout important

Principales responsabilités

• Gérer un large éventail de dossiers de litige, de leur ouverture jusqu'à leur règlement
  
• Effectuer des recherches juridiques et préparer des procédures, des requêtes et d'autres documents judiciaires
  
• Participer aux interrogatoires préalables, aux médiations, aux audiences sur requête ainsi qu'aux comparutions devant les tribunaux
  
• Fournir des conseils juridiques stratégiques aux clients
  
• Travailler en étroite collaboration avec les autres avocats et le personnel de soutien afin d'offrir un service à la clientèle de grande qualité

Si vous souhaitez exercer au sein d'un cabinet qui favorise le développement professionnel tout en valorisant un véritable équilibre entre la carrière et la vie personnelle, nous serions ravis de recevoir votre candidature.

Les personnes intéressées sont invitées à faire parvenir leur curriculum vitæ à Hind Baki à l'adresse hind.baki@vdg.ca.

Les candidatures seront étudiées au fur et à mesure de leur réception. Le poste est à pourvoir immédiatement.

Looking for a Last Will and Testament for DANIEL GEORGE BERT, also known as DANIEL GEORGES BERT and also known as DAN BERT, who died on April 15, 2025.

If you have the original Last Will and Testament or have knowledge of the whereabouts of the said Will, please contact:

Amy J. Cornew-Fingas
Bell Baker LLP
613-237-3448 ext. 312
ACornew@bellbaker.com

Stave Law Chambers is expanding to be of greater service to the legal community. We support your business so you can focus on the practice of law, cultivating a peer-to-peer legal community, and professional office space carefully designed to meet the distinct needs of legal professionals and their clients. Stave Law Chambers is ideal for sole proprietors, small law firms, or as a satellite office. We offer a brick-and-mortar law firm solution and a fraction of the cost of carrying the full overhead alone.

Accordingly, you are invited to our Continuing Professional Development series on September 24, 2026, from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at Stave Law Chambers, 280 Metcalfe Street, Suite 200, Ottawa, ON K2P 1R7. Next date will be October 22, 2026 followed by an Open House on November 26, 2026.

This is a complimentary accredited CPD event of interest to lawyers who operate their own practice. Please RSVP or sign up to learn more details and obtain a copy of our agenda at https://stave.ca/events/. To reserve your spot, please note your preference for online or in person.

About Stave Law Chambers:

Discover what our members have to say: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zoOPqQ0O_Qc

What we offer:

• Legal community
  
• Professional address for use on your business cards or social media
  
• Onsite reception included – we receive your mail and greet your clients
  
• Reception service to screen your calls and book appointments also available
  
• Common lounge/work area
  
• Law Library
  
• On demand office / boardroom space
  
• Dedicated office time (pursuant to your plan)
  
• Dedicated phone numbers with tailored automated voice receptionist (VoIP)
  
• Dedicated virtual fax number for your practice
  
• Commission / notary services
  
• Perfectly scalable
  
• And so much more…
  

Our most popular packages:
$99/month: Virtual Membership
$399/month: Your own office – one day per week

https://www.stave.ca/

Location: 280 Metcalfe Street, Suite 200, Ottawa, Ontario, K2P 1R7
Telephone: 613-368-9798
Direct: 613-552-5537 (text or call Monick Grenier)
Email: info@stave.ca

SAVE THE DATES :
September 24, 2026 (CPD series);
October 22, 2026 (CPD series),
November 26, 2026 (Open House)

Thank you for your assistance in this matter.

Independent Contractor, Hybrid: Primarily remote work with regular in-person meeting requirements
Start Date: September 1, 2026 or to be negotiated
End Date: December 2027 (with the possibility of extension)
Rate of Pay: $45-50/hr + HST, dependent upon education/experience (25 hours/week)

Apply by: July 24, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

If you are seeking a role in an innovative access to justice project, are committed to social justice and looking for meaningful experience as part of a great team, we invite you to apply to Connecting Ottawa! Connecting Ottawa’s mandate is to assist Ottawa residents who speak neither English nor French or who have difficulty communicating due to sensory impairments, speech, or language disorders. We fulfill our mandate by working closely with frontline community workers to develop their capacity to provide appropriate legal support, legal information, and legal referrals to clients within these target populations.

Ottawa Wills Project: The Ottawa Wills Project is a Connecting Ottawa project that provides free wills and powers of attorney documents to low-income vulnerable individuals in Ottawa by way of “clinics” offered three times per year. Through this collaborative community project, eligible clients, referred by local social service workers/agencies, are connected with a legal team consisting of a pro-bono lawyer and a law student, who work together to draft and complete the clients’ final, executed estate documents. Social service workers play a vital role in liaising with the project and supporting their clients. The service is offered in English and French.

Ottawa Wills Project Coordination Duties

• Project Oversight: Act as Secretariat to the Advisory Group and participate in long-term project planning and growth (with Connecting Ottawa Project Manager)
  
• Stakeholder Liaison: Serve as the main point of contact for all project stakeholders
  
• Financial Management: Oversee the project budget (with Connecting Ottawa Project Manager) and prepare future funding applications.
  
• Reporting & Records: Manage all project files, archives, and bi-annual reports for the organization and funders.
  
• Knowledge Sharing: Present project learnings internally and with stakeholders
  
• Other duties: As required.

Ottawa Wills Project Clinic Duties

• Student Supervision: Recruit, train, schedule, and evaluate law student interns for each clinic.
  
• Lawyer Engagement: Recruit and coordinate pro-bono lawyers, manage law student-lawyer pairings, facilitate and support meetings.
  
• Client & File Management: Oversee client files from intake to close, including conflict checks and document signing.
  
• Meeting Coordination: Schedule all meetings between clients, frontline workers, lawyers, and students.
  
• Community Outreach: Actively promote the project to the Ottawa social service sector, engage with community and stakeholders, share project information, encourage project growth, coordinate incoming client referrals.
  
• Administrative Support: Coordinate and oversee completion of clinic documentation, track project statistics.
  
• Other duties: As required.

For more information about Connecting Ottawa, please visit: https://connectingottawa.com/

QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Education/Experience: Lawyer licensed with the Law Society of Ontario, Bachelor’s degree, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and professional experience.
  
• Project management/Financial management: Experience in project coordination/management and proven ability to track project expenses, manage resources, and deliver projects on time and within allotted budget
  
• Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills; French fluency is a strong asset.
  
• Organization: Strong organizational skills, time-management, problem-solving, with sharp attention to detail.
  
• Client Support: Trauma-informed experience working with vulnerable clients who have legal needs, including facilitating the provision of legal support, information and resources
  
• Public Presentations/Education: Proven ability to create and facilitate educational workshops and materials.
  
• Community Knowledge: Strong understanding of Ottawa-area community resources and access-to-justice services for vulnerable populations.
  
• Autonomy & Ethics: High ethical standards with the ability to work and make decisions independently.
  
• Relationship Building: Excellent interpersonal skills to collaborate with team members, frontline workers, volunteers, and external stakeholders.
  
• Technical Proficiency: MS Office, Google Suite, etc.
  
• Location: As the project deeply connects with local partners and requires regular in-person meetings, the role requires the successful applicant to live in Ottawa, ON.

Special consideration will be given to candidates with:

• Demonstrated interest in project growth and development and access to justice initiatives.
  
• Proficiency in a language other than English.

Application
*The term of this position is dependent upon continuation of funding. If you meet the above qualifications, are well-organized, and want to be part of a dynamic and innovative project, please forward a cover letter and resumé to the attention of:

Gina Grosenick
Connecting Ottawa
c/o Community Legal Services of Ottawa
406-1355 Bank Street, Ottawa ON K1H 8K7
Email: ottawawillsproject@connectingottawa.com

Please no phone calls. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Deadline for Applications: July 24, 2026 at 11:59 p.m.

Connecting Ottawa welcomes applications from disadvantaged and marginalized communities. We encourage applications from people who are reflective of the communities we serve, and seek applicants from equity seeking groups, including but not limited to individuals who are of First Nations, Inuit or Metis descent, persons with disabilities, members of racialized communities, and women. Accommodation is available under the Ontario Human Rights Code.

Responsibilities:

• Manage corporate and commercial files with appropriate supervision, including incorporations, reorganizations, share and asset purchases, financings, contract drafting and review, and other transactional matters.
• Provide practical, business-minded advice to clients on corporate governance, commercial arrangements, and transaction-related matters.
  
• Draft, review, and negotiate a range of corporate and commercial documents, including purchase agreements, shareholder agreements, resolutions, and service agreements.
  
• Conduct legal research and support transaction structuring and due diligence as appropriate.
  
• Work closely with clients, colleagues, and external advisors to deliver coordinated, practical advice.
  
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive, practical service.
  
• Contribute to a collegial team environment and support practice development initiatives where appropriate.

Qualifications:

• LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited law school.
  
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
  
• Minimum 3 years of experience in corporate and commercial law, ideally with experience supporting a range of transactional and advisory matters.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage files effectively, with attention to detail and sound judgment.
  
• Excellent drafting, analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Strong interpersonal and client relationship skills.
  
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced corporate practice.
  
• Fluency in English is required; French-English bilingualism is an asset.

What We Offer:

• Compensation range: starting at $90,000, commensurate with experience, together with benefits and eligibility for a discretionary bonus.
  
• Mentorship from experienced corporate and commercial counsel.
  
• A collegial, supportive team environment.
  
• Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.

How to Apply:

This posting is for an existing vacancy. SKS Law LLP does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Third-party job boards or application platforms may, however, use artificial intelligence tools as part of their own processes. Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and any other relevant supporting documents to alison.madge@skslaw.ca. Please include "Corporate and Commercial Associate Application" in the email subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SKS Law LLP is committed to a respectful, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Note: All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

https://skslaw.ca/our-team/

This independent, statutory body is responsible for considering applications for compliance audits respecting the election campaign finances of candidates and registered third party advertisers. The Committee will also review reports regarding apparent contraventions of contribution limits by contributors.

Applicants must have a thorough understanding of the municipal campaign finance rules under the Municipal Elections Act, 1996 and have no involvement with any municipal election campaign. Ideal candidates would have practical experience in administering elections and may include former municipal clerks, elections office managers, auditors, accountants, or lawyers. Committee or tribunal experience and/or bilingualism are assets.

The City of Ottawa is committed to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion in every aspect of its work, including the appointment process and appointments to public member committees. As such the City urges Indigenous and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and women and gender diverse persons to apply, and to include, on a voluntary basis, information to strengthen their application in this regard.

If interested, please visit ottawa.ca/ecac for more details on eligibility, qualifications, term of office, role and responsibilities, and remuneration.

Applications must be received by July 14, 2026, at 4:00 p.m.

A letter of interest, accompanied by a current resume, may be submitted by mail or email in confidence to the attention of:

Ms. Caitlin Salter-MacDonald, City Clerk
110 Laurier Ave West
Ottawa Ontario K1P 1J1
Email: caitlin.salter-macdonald@ottawa.ca

Applications must include the applicant’s residential address, contact information and language proficiencies.

We invite you to share this recruitment information with residents of Ottawa who may be qualified, by sharing our LinkedIn, Twitter, and Facebook posts with your social networks.

For more information: contact Marcela Busnardo dos Santos at 613-580-2424, ext. 28642 or by email at committees@ottawa.ca.

General Public Member Recruitment for Committees and Boards

Fall 2026

There will be a general recruitment drive in the fall of 2026 for public members for a number of the City’s committees and boards. Residents of Ottawa, including members of equity and diversity groups, are encouraged to go to ottawa.ca/join for more information, and to subscribe to the “Recruitment – Committees and Boards” newsletter to receive notice of the recruitment drive in the fall.

La Ville d’Ottawa est à la recherche de résidents souhaitant siéger au Comité de vérification de conformité des élections de 2026-2030

Le Comité de vérification de conformité pour les élections 2026-2030 est l’organisme indépendant établi par la loi pour évaluer les demandes de vérification de conformité concernant le financement des campagnes électorales de candidats ou de tiers inscrits diffusant de la publicité. Il étudie également les rapports sur la violation apparente des limites de contribution par un donateur.

Les candidats doivent maîtriser les règles régissant le financement des campagnes électorales municipales selon la Loi de 1996 sur les élections municipales et ne participer à aucune campagne électorale municipale. Idéalement, les candidats auront de l’expérience pratique en administration d’élections. Le poste convient parfaitement aux anciens secrétaires municipaux ou gestionnaires d’élections, aux vérificateurs, aux comptables et aux avocats. Une expérience pratique en tant que membre d’un comité ou d’un tribunal et le bilinguisme constituent des atouts.

La Ville d’Ottawa s’est engagée à promouvoir l’équité, la diversité et l’inclusion dans tous les aspects de son travail, notamment le processus de nomination et les nominations de membres du public à des comités. Par conséquent, la Ville exhorte les Autochtones et les personnes racialisées, les personnes en situation de handicap, les femmes et les personnes aux diverses identités de genre à poser leur candidature et à indiquer, à leur discrétion, comment leur expérience vécue et leurs perspectives peuvent appuyer leur candidature.

Si ce poste vous intéresse, consultez ottawa.ca/cvce pour en savoir plus sur l’admissibilité, les qualités requises, le mandat, les responsabilités et la rémunération.

Les candidatures doivent être reçues au plus tard le 14 juillet 2026 à 16 h.

Vous pouvez envoyer à titre confidentiel une lettre de motivation ainsi qu’un curriculum vitæ à jour par courrier ou courriel à :

Ms. Caitlin Salter-MacDonald, greffière municipale
110, avenue Laurier Ouest
Ottawa (Ontario) K1P 1J1
Courriel : caitlin.salter-macdonald@ottawa.ca

Votre candidature doit comprendre votre adresse domiciliaire, vos coordonnées et vos compétences linguistiques.

Nous vous invitons à transmettre ces renseignements sur les postes à pourvoir aux résidents d’Ottawa qui pourraient avoir les qualifications nécessaires en partageant nos publications LinkedIn, Twitter et Facebook sur les médias sociaux.

Renseignements : Communiquez avec Marcela Busnardo dos Santos par téléphone au 613-580-2424, poste 28642 ou par courriel à comites@ottawa.ca.

Recrutement de membres du grand public pour les comités et les conseils à l’automne 2026

Il y aura également une campagne de recrutement à l’automne 2026 pour les membres du public afin de pourvoir un certain nombre de sièges à des comités et conseils de la Ville. On encourage les résidents d’Ottawa, notamment les membres de groupes d’équité et de diversité, à consulter ottawa.ca/devenirmembre pour obtenir de plus amples renseignements et pour s’inscrire au bulletin d’information « Les comités et conseils – recrutement » afin d’être avisés de la campagne de recrutement à l’automne.

We seek a candidate who is proactive and demonstrates a high degree of professionalism, initiative and attention to detail to fill a permanent, full-time position. The successful candidates will work with senior counsel while also having carriage of their own files. We are open to discussing a possible hybrid work model after completion of a three-month probationary period.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Associate in private practice with 3+ years of family law experience with membership in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario;
  
• Strong knowledge of legal procedures and statutes, including the Family Law Rules, Family Law Act, Children’s Law Reform Act, Child, Youth and Family Services Act, and Divorce Act;
  
• Ability to manage high conflict family law litigation matters and to manage multiple priorities while paying attention to detail;
• Ability to represent clients in negotiations and in court proceedings;
  
• Ability to draft pleadings, agreements and motion material and to conduct legal research;
  
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to work well under pressure and adhere to tight deadlines;
  
• Ability to work with clients who are under a significant amount of stress and to provide clear and concise information and legal opinions;
  
• Ability to maintain regular contact with clients to provide consistent and timely communication of file progress;
  
• Possess excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills;
  
• Demonstrate professionalism and the ability to work independently as well as in a team environment;
  
• Experience using Word, Excel and Outlook and legal software such as DivorceMate and LEAP.

Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience. Health benefits are provided after the three-month probationary period.

To apply please submit your resume and cover letter to Karla A. Policelli Professional Corporation Attention: Pamela Kovacs at pkovacs@ccylaw.ca. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted and we thank all who express interest in this position.

Responsibilities include:

• Drafting and preparing court documents (applications, motions, affidavits, orders, briefs)
  
• Preparing and updating compiling disclosure
  
• Drafting correspondence and communicating professionally with clients, opposing counsel and the court
  
• Filing court documents and maintaining electronic records in Case Centre
  
• Assisting with management of multiple files, tracking responses and deadlines
  
• Maintaining accurate and up to date file records
  
• Managing regular client billing and maintaining accurate client time entry records and trust balances
  
• Answering telephones, maintaining front office, ordering office supplies
  
• Obtaining information from potential clients

Qualifications and skills:

• Experience (4+ years) in a family law practice
  
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
  
• College diploma in legal administration/law clerk, a university degree would be an asset
  
• Proficiency in Office 365, including advanced Word formatting, Adobe PDF editing and e-signature tools, Leap Accounting Software; Quickbooks, Case Centre, and Divorcemate
  
• Ability to work independently in a quiet, small office environment

Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

Please submit your resume and cover letter to reception@michalkolaw.ca. Thank you for your interest, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are looking to hire an experienced Employment Lawyer with a minimum of five years’ experience. The ideal candidate will be involved in all aspects of employment law, including: advising and representing clients across various industries on workplace issues of all kinds, including employment standards, human rights, and occupational health and safety matters. The candidate will also assist employers in developing and implementing a variety of workplace contracts and policies, and advise clients with respect to employment agreements and employee entitlements upon termination of employment. The candidate will also work collaboratively with our corporate team where discrete employment related issues arise, and also with our litigation team for employment disputes.

The ideal candidate will be experienced with:

• Strong foundation with demonstrated experience in employment law, including advising employment standards, human rights, and occupational health and safety matters.
  
• Proven ability to draft, review, and negotiate contracts and related workplace policies with attention to detail and risk mitigation.
  
• Experience handling disputes, including advocacy, file management, and settlement negotiations.
  
• Excellent legal research, analytical, and written advocacy skills, with the ability to communicate complex concepts clearly to clients and colleagues.
  
• Strong client service orientation, sound professional judgment, and the ability to manage multiple files and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
  
• Collaborative working style with the ability to contribute effectively within a team-based, business-focused law firm.
  
• Experience advising business clients, including owners, managers, and HR professionals, and an interest in developing long-term client relationships.
  

Salary range: $120,000 to $170,000 commensurate with experience and book of business

Interested candidates are encouraged to please submit a cover letter, salary expectations, along with their CV to hr@brazeauseller.com

www.brazeauseller.com
700-100 Queen St., Ottawa, ON. K1P 1J9

• Manage real estate, development, and commercial leasing matters from initial assessment through closing or completion, including acquisitions, dispositions, financing, due diligence, title and off-title review, development approvals support, lease drafting and negotiation, and related transaction documents.
  
• Provide strategic, practical advice to clients on real estate risk, development issues, leasing strategy, transaction structure, and closing requirements.
  
• Draft, review, and negotiate agreements of purchase and sale, commercial leases, development agreements, financing documents, easements, closing documents, and other real estate-related instruments.
  
• Coordinate with clients, opposing counsel, municipal authorities, lenders, title insurers, surveyors, and other transaction participants, as appropriate.
  
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive, practical, and business-minded real estate and leasing service.
  
• Work closely with colleagues across the firm to deliver practical, coordinated advice on real estate, development, leasing, financing, corporate, and dispute-related issues.
  
• Collaborate with lawyers, students and legal support staff, providing guidance and support on transaction workflow, due diligence, closing processes, and leasing matters where appropriate and contributing to a collegial team environment.
  
• Contribute to real estate, development, and commercial leasing practice development and client growth initiatives, where appropriate.

Qualifications:

• LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited law school.
  
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
  
• Minimum 5 years of real estate law experience, ideally with significant exposure to development work and commercial leasing.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex real estate transactions, development matters, and commercial leasing files with a high degree of independence.
  
• Excellent drafting, negotiation, transaction management, client communication, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Strong interpersonal and client relationship skills.
  
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
  
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced real estate and leasing practice.
  
• Experience supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge, and contributing to a collaborative practice is an asset.
  
• Fluency in English is required; French-English bilingualism is an asset.

What We Offer:

• Compensation range: starting at $120,000, commensurate with experience, together with benefits and eligibility for a discretionary bonus.
• Meaningful file responsibility, direct client contact, and opportunities to manage sophisticated real estate, development, and commercial leasing matters.
  
• Collaboration with experienced real estate and business law counsel and practical support for lateral integration.
  
• A collegial, supportive, and collaborative team culture.
  
• Opportunities for practice development, long-term growth, and leadership within a respected Ottawa real estate, development, and commercial leasing practice.

How to Apply:
This posting is for an existing vacancy. SKS Law LLP does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Third-party job boards or application platforms may, however, use artificial intelligence tools as part of their own processes.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and optional deal sheet or representative transaction list to alison.madge@skslaw.ca. Please include "Real Estate, Development and Commercial Leasing Associate Application" in the email subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SKS Law LLP is committed to a respectful, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Note: All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

https://skslaw.ca/our-team/

• Manage litigation files from initial assessment through resolution, including pleadings, discoveries, motions, mediations, arbitrations, settlements, and trial preparation.
  
• Provide strategic, practical advice to business clients on litigation risk, dispute resolution options, and case strategy.
  
• Draft high-quality pleadings, motion materials, briefs, and other court or tribunal documents.
  
• Appear before courts, tribunals, mediators, and arbitrators, as appropriate.
  
• Build and maintain strong client relationships through responsive, business-minded service.
  
• Work closely with colleagues across the firm to deliver practical, coordinated advice.
  
• Collaborate with lawyers, students and legal support staff and contribute to a collegial team environment.
  
• Contribute to practice development and client growth initiatives, where appropriate.

Qualifications:

• LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited law school.
  
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
  
• Minimum 5 years of litigation experience, ideally with significant exposure to commercial disputes.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex litigation matters with a high degree of independence.
  
• Excellent drafting, advocacy, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
  
• Strong interpersonal and client relationship skills.
  
• Sound judgment, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
  
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced practice.
  
• Experience supporting colleagues, sharing knowledge, and contributing to a collaborative practice is an asset.
  
• Fluency in English is required; French-English bilingualism is an asset.
  

What We Offer:

• Compensation range: starting at $120,000, commensurate with experience, together with benefits and eligibility for a discretionary bonus.
  
• Meaningful file responsibility and direct client contact, and opportunities to manage sophisticated commercial disputes.
  
• Collaboration with experienced litigation counsel and practical support for senior lateral integration.
  
• A collegial, supportive team environment.
  
• Opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development.

How to Apply:
This posting is for an existing vacancy. SKS Law LLP does not use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for this position. Third-party job boards or application platforms may, however, use artificial intelligence tools as part of their own processes.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume, cover letter, and any other relevant supporting documents to alison.madge@skslaw.ca. Please include "Senior Commercial Litigation Associate Application" in the email subject line. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

SKS Law LLP is committed to a respectful, inclusive, and accessible recruitment process. Accommodation is available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Note: All applications will be treated with the strictest confidence.

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