Bennett Gastle PC is looking for a litigation associate with 3 to 5+ years of civil litigation experience to join our boutique litigation practice.

The successful candidate will manage a diverse caseload independently and with other legal professionals at the firm. The candidate’s core practice will focus on insurance defence (long-term disability claims, life insurance claims, occupiers’ liability disputes), employment matters, commercial litigation, and creditor-debtor disputes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Independently manage a portfolio of litigation files from initial intake through pleadings, discovery, motions, mediation, and trial.
2. Draft opinions, pleadings, motion materials and facta.
3. Conduct discoveries, negotiate settlements, and advocate for clients in court and administrative tribunals.
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Maintain direct client communication and provide strategic counsel.

Qualifications:

1. Member in good standing with the Law Society.
2. 3 to 5+ years civil litigation experience.
3. Written advocacy, legal research, and analytical skills.
4. Proven ability to independently run files while collaborating with a close-knit team.
5. Demonstrate practical judgment, strong interpersonal skills and work as a team player.

What We Offer:

1. A collegial, cooperative small-firm culture.
2. Courtroom and advocacy experience.
3. Space to grow in your litigation practice.
4. Competitive compensation commensurate with experience.

📌 Litigation Associate (Whitby)
🏢 Bennett Gastle Professional
📍 Whitby