Perlin Bal Figol LLP is a full-service law firm that offers individuals and businesses effective and practical legal solutions. We offer a cooperative work environment with the opportunity to work on complex matters, and to join a growing team.

We are seeking a Litigation Associate to join our litigation practice group. You will be working with a team of three lawyers, one paralegal and support staff and students.

The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience working on civil and/or commercial litigation matters and will be capable of independently handling files. Responsibilities include:

- Managing a diverse caseload of litigation matters from inception through to resolution;
- Drafting pleadings, motion/application materials, factums, and other documents;
- Attending discoveries, cross-examinations, mediations, motions, case conferences, hearings, trials, and appeals;
- Conducting legal research and preparing legal memoranda;
- Developing litigation strategies and providing legal opinions;
- Corresponding and negotiating with opposing counsel;
- Advising and communicating with clients throughout the litigation process;
- Supervising and collaborating with support staff on file management and other related tasks.

The successful candidate will have:

- 3-5 years of experience in civil and/or commercial litigation;
- Experience managing litigation matters;




- Experience arguing contested motions and applications;
- Strong research, advocacy and negotiation skills;
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and the confidence to independently carry a full caseload;
- Team-oriented approach;
- High degree of personal ethics, integrity, and responsibility with an ability to deal with sensitive issues and safeguard confidential information;
- Good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.

Salary Range: $125,000 to $160,000 for 3-5 years [Commensurate with experience - candidates with more experience will be considered].

Candidates can expect a high pressure and busy environment given the nature of the work and number of files. The firm encourages a solutions-focused (not problem-driven) approach to dealing with complications or issues that may arise on files. The candidate will be part of a team, and expected to work individually. The firm is keen on its members learning and developing professionally, with opportunities available depending on interest and willingness.

Job Type: Full-time

- Extended health care

Experience:

- civil and/or commercial litigation: 3 years (required)

Licence/Certification:

- Class L1 Licence issued by the Law Society of Ontario (LSO) (required)

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📌 Litigation Associate (Toronto)
🏢 Perlin Bal Figol
📍 Toronto