Corporate Counsel

1 month ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Avison Young Full time

Job Summary

Avison Young is seeking an experienced litigation and commercial transactions attorney to join its legal team. The successful candidate will report to the Deputy General Counsel, North American Litigation & Employment, and will work closely with attorneys and business professionals on a project-by-project basis.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing a wide range of litigation matters, including commercial disputes and collections. They will also provide legal advice and counsel to internal clients, identify legal risk and potential litigation, and take a leading role in managing and resolving pre-litigation disputes. Additionally, the attorney will be responsible for hiring, supervising, and collaborating with outside counsel, driving efficiency in outside counsel spend, and identifying risk and changes in the law, regulations, and business environment.

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience at a law firm and/or in-house legal department
  • At least 3 years of litigation experience
  • Proven track record of managing or handling commercial litigation
  • Experience reviewing, drafting and negotiating commercial contracts and related documents
  • Ability to simultaneously manage multiple complex matters in a fast-paced, high-energy environment while meeting deadlines
  • Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
  • Ability to lead projects and work independently with little supervision and direction
  • Sound legal and business judgment
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues at all levels within Avison Young and individuals outside of Avison Young
  • Ability to communicate (both verbally and in writing) clearly, concisely and timely using plain English
  • Strong negotiation and drafting skills
  • Willingness to learn and take-on unfamiliar tasks

Preferred Qualifications

  • Law firm experience in litigation
  • French language skills and/or familiarity with Quebec law

Workplace Type

Hybrid

Avison Young practices as an equal opportunity employer in all services locations around the world. We are committed to building and maintaining a workforce diverse in experience, skills and knowledge with uniformity in service excellence, commitment and integrity.

The firm maintains a strict policy to ensure employment opportunities are equal and do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, creed, age, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, marital and civil partnership/union status, protected veteran or military service status, or any other elements protected by law.

Avison Young welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates during the recruitment process. For those requiring assistance, information relating to the need for accommodation and accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially.

Avison Young is committed to employing the best talent with the most fair and equitable recruitment practices.

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