Associate Lawyer

at  Whitelaw Twining

Why join us?:
Whitelaw Twining is a successful Canadian law firm with a focus on litigation with offices in Toronto, Vancouver, and Calgary. Our firm is an industry leader in the fields of insurance, commercial litigation, construction, bodily injury and alternative dispute resolution services. As part of its aim to meet client needs in a global market, and with an eye to growth, the firm recently joined the DWF Group. DWF is a provider of integrated legal and business services with approximately 4,000 employees with offices and associations located across the globe. DWF offers clients solutions that combine traditional law firm services with new, modern legal and business services relevant to today’s companies and the challenges and opportunities they face.
Our firm has national and global presence and clients, but we strive to maintain the positive aspects of a small firm environment. We believe that our team works best in a collegial atmosphere in which all team members are empowered to build their careers, mentored and supported in their practice and encouraged to make a positive contribution to the firm and the community. Whitelaw Twining is extremely proud of its work environment, and its professional development and mentorship programs. We support our professionals as they grow their careers in their areas of interest.

Responsibilities:

• Handling all aspects of litigated matters, with the mentorship of senior counsel
• Independently handling examinations for discovery, mediations and motions
• Supporting senior counsel on complex matters
• Practice and client management and contact
• Business development and professional profile enhancement
• Meeting billable and non-billable targets
• People/team leadership, mentorship and managemen

What will help you succeed in this role?:

• Legally entitled to practice law in Canada
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
• At least 1 year of civil litigation experience
• Excellent English oral and written skills and communication ability
• Strong organization and teamwork skills
• Ability to multi-task and manage a busy practice alongside Legal Assistants and Clerk