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As a lawyer at our Firm, you will engage in matters involving all aspects of litigation including advising clients, examinations for discovery, mediations, arbitrations, trials and appeals. You will have the opportunity of working for a leading global law firm while further developing your career.\nWhat you'll do:\nProviding legal analysis and advice in litigation, with a focus on specialty lines of insurance, professional negligence claims, construction professional litigation, and other sectors including insurance coverage related to commercial litigation, municipal law, municipal liability, police liability, occupier's liability, liquor liability, property insurance, product liability, and cyber.\nIn conjunction with partners, having carriage of litigation and coverage files, from initial assessment, pleadings, motions, discovery through mediation, pre-trial, and trial.\nAnalyzing legal and factual issues and advising clients.\nAttending at examinations for discovery.\nPreparing correspondence to counsel opposite and clients.\nMaintaining relations with the insurers and insureds.\nReviewing documents in preparation for litigation.\nSubmitting filings to the court.\nAppearing in court, independently or with partners, to argue motions, attend pre-trials and mediations.\nAssisting with or conducting solo preparations and attending independently or with partners at trials or other adjudicative hearings.\nAttending Ontario or other Canadian Bar Association events for the purpose of professional and business development opportunities.\nPerforming certain tasks related to the practice management side of the legal work.\nDeveloping his/her overall set of skills in an on-going fashion.\nMeeting other related business needs or priorities as they may arise from time to time.\nWe're looking for someone who:\nGraduate from a recognized University / Common Law School with a license to practice law in Ontario (member in good standing with the Ontario Bar)\n1 to 2 years of post-qualification civil litigation and coverage experience\nExceptional legal writing and communication skills.\nSound judgement and legal reasoning, excellent analytical skills, and creativity in solving problems.\nDemonstrated ability to develop strategies, present a clear plan to the client, and communicate instructions rigorously and precisely.\nProven advocacy talent.\nHigh integrity and intellectual rigor.\nStrong interpersonal skills.\nEntrepreneurial spirit and keen interest in building client relationships.\nAble to work independently, as well as in a team.\nWhy Join Us?\nAt Clyde & Co, we believe in supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. Here’s what you can look forward to:\nHybrid Work Flexibility - Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.\nFlexible Paid Time Off - Attorneys are trusted to use their professional judgment to take paid time off as needed.\nPerformance Bonuses - A monthly bonus plan in addition to the annual performance-based bonuses\nReferral Rewards - Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.\nMentorship & Career Growth - Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.\nEngaging Culture - Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.\nInclusive Parental Leave - Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.\nGlobal Mobility Program - Participate in client-facing events across North America and explore our international offices.\nCareer Development: Access regional and global associate training and career development programs.\nComprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.\nRobust Disability Coverage - Comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans.\nThe position relates to an existing vacancy.\nThe salary range for this position is 130,000$-140,000$. The range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.\nThe Firm\nWhen you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.\nOur Commitment\nClyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.\nA Note on Privacy\nPlease take a moment to read our privacy notice. 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