Real Estate Litigation Counsel

Real Estate Litigation Counsel Employer: Marberg Staffing Base pay range CA$110,000.00/yr – CA$150,000.00/yr Job Type: Full‑Time Permanent Compensation: From $110,000 to $150,000 per annum, plus year‑end bonus and benefits Regular Work Hours: 9 am – 6 pm, Monday – Friday (40 hours per week); occasional overtime may be required Work Location: 100% onsite at client’s East GTA office, free parking provided Travel Requirements: Occasional local travel to other GTA sites Position Reports To: Head Legal Counsel and CFO Responsibilities Summary In‑house Litigation Counsel responsible for expanding the in‑house legal team and independently managing a portfolio of litigation and pre‑litigation matters, including condominium purchaser defaults, tenant disputes, commercial lease and contract conflicts. Supports project teams, external investors, property management, sales, marketing, accounting and executive teams across new residential and commercial developments. Serve as internal advisor on real‑estate‑related issues, guiding projects to make legally sound decisions throughout the development life‑cycle. Manage and oversee litigation and pre‑litigation matters involving project disputes, contract enforcement, occupancies, and purchaser claims. Respond to demand letters, draft pleadings, prepare affidavits, and handle negotiations and mediations. Support preparation and review of disclosure statements, purchase agreements, assignment agreements and related documentation; provide guidance on Tarion warranty matters. Identify and mitigate legal risks across development projects and corporate activities; assist with resolution of disputes and claims during turnover, post‑registration or post‑construction phases. Represent the company at mediations, arbitrations, tribunal proceedings and court proceedings as required. Additional advisory, dispute resolution and litigation matters as required. Qualifications Education: JD/LLB from a recognized law school. Professional Credentials: Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Preferred Work Experience: Approximately 3+ years of post‑call experience in commercial and residential real estate litigation. Preferred Sector Experience: Law firm or in‑house legal experience in dispute resolution (litigation, mediation, arbitration) related to real estate law, condominium law, contracts law or construction law. Technical and Language Skills Proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Google Drive, and Ontario Courts Public Portal (OCPP)/Justice Services Online (JSO) Portal. Expert level English communication skills, both written and verbal. Task‑Based Qualifications and Additional Attributes Ability to independently manage files and meet deadlines in accordance with the Rules of Civil Procedure. Sound knowledge of the Ontario Condominium Act, Ontario New Home Warranties Plan Act, Tarion and HCRA requirements, and construction lien legislation. Experience with residential and commercial real‑estate transactions and development processes. Demonstrated record of professional conduct and character. Responsible, reliable and deadline‑oriented. Proven ability to respond to sensitive and confidential matters with tact, discretion and excellent judgement in the interpretation and application of instructions and organization policy. Demonstrated ability to apply project management principles, methodologies and best practices. Strong relationship‑management skills including client and vendor relations management, business networking, negotiation and consulting/advisory skills. Demonstrated ability to work well independently and collaboratively, and in an advisory capacity with a wide and diverse range of internal and external stakeholders. Additional Requirements Must be legally entitled to work in Canada, providing satisfactory documentation upon request. Ability to work 100% onsite, abiding by organization health and safety policies. Ability to declare personal non‑conflict of interest in execution of position responsibilities. Interpersonal skills assessment if requested. Ability to promptly provide qualified employment references upon request who are available to speak with either Marberg or the client. Satisfactory Professional Credentials Check and Criminal Background Check. Application Notes Thank you for your interest; only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Marberg Staffing updates job posts regularly; external job boards may not reflect these changes in a timely fashion. Please refer to for the most current information, including salary range. For this position, Marberg Staffing only accepts applications through LinkedIn and marberg.com. Candidates are only contacted via official phone call, email or LinkedIn message from Marberg Staffing. Please disregard any initial contact through other mediums such as text message. Marberg is committed to supporting workplace diversity and inclusivity, reflecting the demographic profile of all Ontarians. Applications are encouraged from equity‑seeking groups including people of colour, Indigenous people, individuals with disabilities, and people from the LGBTQ2S community. Seniority level Associate Employment type Full‑time Job function Legal Industries Construction, Real Estate, and Legal Services #J-18808-Ljbffr