About the Firm

Our client is a national leader with a reputation built on results, determination, and deep subject-matter expertise, the firm fosters a culture of excellence, cultural competency, continuous learning, and mutual respect. They are known for being bold, creative, and strategic- and for holding themselves to a high standard of accountability to both clients and colleagues.

Role Overview

This Senior Associate role sits within the firm's Aboriginal law litigation practice, with a primary focus on Aboriginal and Treaty Rights, consultation and accommodation, reserve and Aboriginal title lands, and Indigenous self-determination and jurisdiction. The associate will also engage with regulatory proceedings and broader public law litigation, including constitutional, administrative, and municipal law matters.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and execute legal and litigation strategy
- Conduct legal research and draft correspondence, affidavits, pleadings, and applications
- Draft legislation for Indigenous governments and coordinate implementation of agreements
- Interview witnesses, prepare evidence, and prepare for discovery
- Appear before courts and tribunals, including arguing applications and oral submissions
- Facilitate community sessions on law-making,



and support Elders' and knowledge keepers' deliberations on Indigenous teachings and knowledge systems
- Prepare for trial, including developing questions and statements, and appear at all levels of court
- Support negotiations, including self-government, jurisdictional, and exploratory discussions
- Independently manage client files

Candidate Profile

- 8+ years of litigation experience
- Experience appearing at various levels of court
- Strong advocacy, oral, and written communication skills
- Excellent analytical, interpretive, research, and drafting skills
- Proven negotiation skills
- Comfortable working independently while contributing to a team workplace
- Familiarity with civil procedure
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (or eligible)

Assets (Not Required)

- Experience working with Indigenous communities or individuals
- Experience in Aboriginal and Constitutional law
- Familiarity with regulatory hearing processes
- Experience with negotiation/consultation processes involving Indigenous Nations, government, and industry

Process

Candidates will be assessed on a confidential basis. No details will be shared with any employer, including the candidate's current firm, without their explicit consent. Firm name and further details provided after initial screening call.

📌 Senior Litigation Associate (Toronto)
🏢 RemotePeople
📍 Toronto