Employment Lawyer – Plaintiff-Side

3–4 Years of Experience | Toronto

Our client, a highly regarded employment law firm in Toronto, is seeking a talented Employment Lawyer with three to four years of experience to join its growing team.

This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer who is passionate about plaintiff-side employment law and wants to handle meaningful files, gain significant advocacy experience and continue developing alongside experienced practitioners.

The Role

The successful candidate will manage a varied caseload of plaintiff-side employment matters, including:

• Wrongful and constructive dismissal claims


• Human rights and workplace discrimination matters


• Employment contract and severance package reviews


• Workplace harassment and reprisal claims


• Disability, accommodation and return-to-work matters


• Negotiating settlements and resolving disputes


• Drafting pleadings, motions, mediation briefs and other court materials


• Conducting discoveries, mediations, motions and court appearances


• Providing practical and strategic advice directly to clients


• Managing files independently while working collaboratively with senior lawyers and the broader team

Qualifications

• Called to the Ontario Bar with approximately three to four years of relevant experience


• Strong background in plaintiff-side employment law


• Experience managing files from initial consultation through resolution


• Demonstrated litigation, negotiation and advocacy skills


• Excellent legal writing, research and client-management abilities


• Comfortable appearing before courts, tribunals and at mediations


• Practical, responsive and compassionate approach to client service


• Able to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team