Senior Attorney

2 weeks ago

Toronto, Ontario, Canada Avison Young Canada Full time
About the Role

Avison Young Canada is seeking an experienced litigation and commercial transactions attorney to join our legal team. As a key member of our team, you will be responsible for managing a wide range of matters, including commercial disputes and collections. You will also provide legal advice and counsel to internal clients to identify legal risk and potential litigation, and take a leading role in managing and resolving pre-litigation disputes.

Key Responsibilities
  • Manage and resolve commercial disputes and collections matters
  • Provide legal advice and counsel to internal clients on legal risk and potential litigation
  • Partner with senior management, finance, and other stakeholders to ensure timely and effective decision-making for disputes, litigation, and proposed transactions
  • Review, draft, and negotiate commercial contracts and related documents
  • Identify risk and changes in the law, regulations, and business environment, and proactively set and execute strategies to mitigate risk and position the company for success
Requirements
  • 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 Canada is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates during the recruitment process.

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