Responsibilities
As a member of our Ontario litigation team, you will:
- Manage and contribute to a variety of insurance defence and civil litigation matters
- Draft pleadings, briefs, applications, opinions and other litigation materials
- Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations
- Conduct Examinations for Discovery, mediations, motions and trials
- Contribute to the strategic management of complex and high‑profile matters
- Deliver exceptional client service standards through effective communication and file management
- Participate in professional development and business development activities that support practice growth
What will help you succeed in this role?
We are looking for a lawyer who brings:
- 5 - 9 years of post‑call civil litigation experience
- Experience in insurance defence litigation is preferred; candidates with strong civil litigation experience from other practice areas are encouraged to apply
- Familiarity with the Ontario Rules of Court and litigation procedures
- Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills
- Sound professional judgment and attention to detail
- Excellent communication and interpersonal
- Strong organizational skills and time management abilities
- A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional client service
What we offer
We know talented lawyers have choices. Our goal is to provide an environment where lawyers can develop a rewarding careers while building a sustainable fulfilling practice:
- Hands-on mentorship from experienced litigators and the opportunity to mentor junior lawyers
- A collaborative and supportive team culture
- Opportunities to work with leading national and international clients
- Access to a global network of legal and business professionals
- Ongoing professional development and continuing legal education support
- A commitment to career growth and long-term development
- Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
- Opportunities to contribute to community engagement and pro-bono activities
DWF offers a competitive, people‑first benefits package designed to support health, wellbeing, and professional success, including:
- Comprehensive health and dental coverage
- Fitness and wellness reimbursement
- Access to a variety of health and wellness programs and initiatives
- Long‑term disability insurance
- Flexible work arrangement options
- Mentorship and career development programs
- Access to global learning and development resources
Salary
The salary for this position is $175,000 or greater annually; the salary offered is based upon year of call and is dependent upon skills and experience.
Apply
If you are looking for a firm where you can continue to develop your litigation skills and build a long-term career within a collaborative and supportive team environment, we encourage you to apply.
Please combine your resume and cover letter into a single document, addressed to Mini Kohli, Partner, and upload it through the link provided.
While we thank all applicants for their interest, only those selected for interviews will be contacted.
