JOB SUMMARY:

There comes a point in every litigator’s career when the question changes.

At first, the question is:

- Can I do this work?

Then it becomes:

- How far can I take this?

That is the question behind this opportunity.

Bianchi Presta LLP is an award winning, mid sized, full service law firm in Vaughan, and we are looking for an Associate Lawyer with a minimum of two (2) years of meaningful litigation experience who wants to accelerate the next stage of their development.

We are looking for a litigator. Someone who wants to learn by doing.

Someone who wants real files, real clients, real advocacy and real responsibility, with experienced senior litigators directly involved in their development.

The successful candidate will work under the direct supervision and mentorship of our Managing Partner and Litigation Practice Group Chair across a broad litigation practice involving matters of different sizes, complexity and forums.

One week may involve a significant commercial dispute.

The next may involve a construction matter, tribunal proceeding, Small Claims Court hearing, examination for discovery, mediation, motion or preparation for trial.

That range is intentional.

Great litigators are built through:

- Exposure to different kinds of disputes, clients and forums.
- Repetition that develops instinct and confidence.
- Judgment developed through real strategic decisions.
- Preparation that creates credibility and control.
- Feedback from experienced lawyers who are invested in your development.
- Progressive responsibility as your capabilities grow.

We will provide the opportunity. What you do with it is up to you!

THE OPPORTUNITY:

We do not believe developing lawyers should spend years completing isolated assignments without understanding the strategy behind the file.

We also do not believe in handing a junior lawyer a matter and telling them to figure it out alone.

The model is deliberate: involvement, supervision, feedback and increasing responsibility.

We want you to understand:

- What the evidence actually proves.
- Where the strengths and weaknesses of the case lie.
- What the client is trying to accomplish.
- Why a particular procedural or strategic decision is being made.
- When to push.
- When to negotiate.
- When settlement creates more value than continued litigation.
- How each step advances the larger strategy.

As your judgment, preparation and reliability develop, so will the responsibility entrusted to you.

The objective is simple: to help you become a more capable, confident and strategic litigator who has an interest in setting down roots in the City of Vaughan.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

The successful candidate will work with senior litigation counsel on matters including:

- Commercial and civil litigation matters of varying size and complexity.
- Construction disputes, including construction lien proceedings, adjudications, contractual disputes, deficiency claims, delay claims, breach of trust claims, bond claims and related proceedings.
- Small Claims Court proceedings.
- Tribunal and administrative proceedings.
- Debt recovery and collection matters.
- Breach of contract, warranty, negligence and other business disputes.

Your responsibilities will include:

- Reviewing evidence and participating in the development of litigation strategy.
- Drafting pleadings, affidavits, motion materials, facta, legal opinions, settlement documentation and other litigation materials.
- Conducting legal research and analysis.
- Assisting with and, where appropriate, conducting examinations for discovery and other examinations.
- Managing documentary productions,



undertakings and related evidentiary issues.
- Retaining, instructing and working with expert witnesses.
- Preparing for and attending motions and other court appearances.
- Preparing for and attending mediations, adjudications, arbitrations, pretrials, tribunal hearings and trials.
- Appearing before the Small Claims Court and tribunals where appropriate to your experience and demonstrated capability.
- Participating in negotiations and settlement discussions.
- Communicating with clients and progressively developing responsibility for client reporting and advice.
- Working closely with Partners, Associates, Law Clerks, Legal Assistants and other members of the litigation team to advance files efficiently and strategically.
- Travelling within Ontario where reasonably required for court attendances, examinations, mediations, hearings, client meetings and other litigation related matters.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

We are interested in more than credentials. We want someone who wants to become excellent at this profession.

Someone who prepares. Someone who asks good questions and listens carefully to the answers.

Someone who welcomes direct feedback because getting better matters more than protecting their ego.

Someone who takes responsibility for the quality and timeliness of their work.

Someone who remains composed when deadlines tighten and the stakes increase.

Someone who understands that a Small Claims Court matter deserves preparation, a tribunal deserves respect and a significant commercial dispute demands discipline.

Someone who can be competitive without being reckless.

Someone who understands that the strongest litigators are not simply aggressive. They are strategic.

They know when to push. They know when to negotiate. They know what matters.

And they understand that great litigation is ultimately a team effort.

If that sounds like you, we want to hear from you.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

The successful candidate will have:

- A JD or LLB from a recognized law school.
- Membership in good standing as a Lawyer with the Law Society of Ontario.
- A minimum of two (2) years of meaningful litigation experience.
- Experience in civil, commercial, construction or comparable litigation matters.
- A strong working knowledge of the Rules of Civil Procedure.
- Experience drafting pleadings, affidavits, motion materials and other litigation documents.
- Experience conducting or materially participating in examinations for discovery.
- Experience attending motions, mediations, hearings or comparable contested proceedings.
- Strong legal research and analytical skills.
- Strong written and oral advocacy skills.
- Sound professional judgment and discretion.
- The ability to manage multiple active matters, competing priorities and strict deadlines.
- Solid organizational and file management skills.
- The ability to communicate professionally and confidently with clients, opposing counsel, experts and adjudicators.
- The ability to work independently on assigned responsibilities while recognizing when guidance, collaboration or escalation is required.
- A genuine commitment to teamwork.

Experience with the Construction Act,



construction liens and related jurisprudence is a significant asset.

WHY BIANCHI PRESTA LLP:

Bianchi Presta LLP is an award winning, mid sized, full service law firm based in Vaughan. Our Litigation Group takes a practical and commercially focused approach to disputes.

We do not litigate for the sake of litigation. We identify what the client is trying to accomplish, determine what actually matters and build the strategy around the result.

For the right candidate, this position offers:

- Direct access to senior litigators.
- Hands on involvement in active matters.
- Exposure to disputes of different types, values and complexity.
- Courtroom and tribunal opportunities appropriate to your experience.
- Meaningful client interaction.
- Candid and constructive feedback.
- Progressive responsibility tied to demonstrated capability.
- A genuine opportunity to build a sophisticated litigation career in Vaughan.

For lawyers living in Vaughan, York Region or the surrounding communities, there is another advantage.

You do not need a downtown Toronto address to build a serious litigation practice.

There is sophisticated legal work here. There are substantial clients here.

There are businesses, developers, entrepreneurs, property owners and institutions here.

You can build your career in the community where you may already live and intend to build your future.

A connection to Vaughan or York Region is welcomed, but not required.

COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS:

Annual compensation ranges from CA$90,000 to CA$140,000, commensurate with relevant experience, litigation capability and demonstrated professional judgment.

Benefits include:

- Extended health care.
- Dental care.
- Company events.
- On site parking.

This is a full time, in person professional position based at our Vaughan office, subject to court appearances, examinations, mediations, hearings, client meetings and other professional obligations.

Candidates must be comfortable with the professional demands of an active litigation practice, including additional hours where reasonably required by client needs, court deadlines and time sensitive matters.

APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Candidates must submit both a resume and cover letter.

Please do not send us a generic cover letter.

Tell us:

- Why you chose litigation.
- What you have actually done.
- What experience has most accelerated your development as a lawyer.
- What you want to learn next.
- What responsibility you are ready to earn.
- Where you want your career to go.

We are not simply looking to fill a position. We are looking for someone worth investing in.

If you are looking for somewhere to learn, contribute, be challenged and become a better litigator, we want to hear from you.

We thank all candidates for their interest in joining Bianchi Presta LLP. Only candidates selected to proceed through our recruitment process will be contacted.

No agencies, please.

Candidates are encouraged to visit www.bianchipresta.com to learn more about our firm and determine whether Bianchi Presta LLP is the right place for the next stage of their career.

Date Posted: October 6, 2026

Anticipated Start Date: November 1, 2026

Experience Required: Minimum two (2) years of litigation experience

Compensation: CA$90,000 to CA$140,000 per year, commensurate with experience and demonstrated capability

Work Location: In person, Vaughan, Ontario

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $90,000.00-$140,000.00 per year

Benefits:

- Company events
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- On-site parking

Experience:

- Litigation: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

📌 Associate Lawyer - Litigation (Vaughan)
🏢 Bianchi Presta LLP - Barristers & Solicitors
📍 Vaughan