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

Comfortable working independently while contributing to a team environment

Familiarity with civil procedure

Member in valuable 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.

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📌 Senior Litigation Associate (Ontario)
🏢 RemotePeople
📍 Ontario