Litigation Counsel
5 days ago
**Why work at Freshslice?**
- We are **Canada’s #1 Pizza by the slice** & **fastest-growing Franchise.**:
- We are expanding rapidly and have 10,000+ applicants looking to buy a Freshslice Franchise. We have a very unique, sharp system & need your help to get ready for this growth.
**Responsibilities**:
- Work on a broad range of litigation matters with a focus on franchise law, including reviewing, drafting, and negotiating franchise agreements, disclosure documents, and other related documents.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on franchise-related matters.
- Provide strategic legal advice to the company on all aspects of Canadian Franchise Disclosure Documents and Franchise Agreements, as well as provincial Supreme Court civil procedural rules and practices.
- Act as a key legal resource to the company's various business departments, providing advice on legal risks and ensuring that business objectives are achieved within legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Effectively manage a caseload of complex litigation matters from inception to resolution, handling pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial preparation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives and manage risks effectively.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in relevant laws and regulations and ensure that company practices are aligned with legal requirements.
**Requirements**:
- A minimum of 1 year of Litigation and Supreme Court Trial experience.
- Strong understanding of Canadian Franchise Disclosure Documents, Franchise Agreements, and provincial Supreme Court civil procedural rules and practices.
- Excellent research and writing skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise, and well-reasoned legal opinions and memoranda.
- Strong business acumen and legal judgment, with the ability to identify and manage legal risks effectively.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and deal effectively with senior management, peers, and support staff.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to legal problem-solving.
- Strong sense of urgency and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Willingness to learn and understand the company's various business departments and drive results.
We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, including a base salary of up to $250,000, with the potential for an additional bonus of up to $200,000. Benefits include dental and vision care, extended health care, paid time off, and more. If you are an experienced Litigation Lawyer, we encourage you to apply.
Pay: $130,000.00-$250,000.00 per year
**Benefits**:
- Dental care
- Discounted or free food
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
- Store discount
- Vision care
Application question(s):
- Are you comfortable working in an onsite setting?
- How many years of work experience do you have with trials?
- What court documents have you drafted?
- Can you please tell us about your litigation experience?
- Have you appeared in court? If so, on what?
**Experience**:
- Litigation: 1 year (preferred)
- Supreme Court trial: 1 year (required)
Work Location: In person
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