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Senior Litigation Lawyer

The Litigation Lawyer will assist with a variety of substantive, complex, and routine legal activities, providing legal advice and guidance to clients. Responsibilities include developing legal strategies, managing files independently, supervising junior lawyers, and representing clients in court and arbitration proceedings.

  • Hybrid
  • Toronto, ON
  • Posted May 25, 2026
  • Apply by Nov 21, 2026
  • 1 position

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Job summary

KMB Law is a leading full-service business-first law firm with offices in Mississauga, Burlington and Toronto. We are a firm with rich history from 1979, led by a progressive partnership that is driven by a shared set of core values emphasizing both personal and professional respect for our lawyers and employees, community consciousness and delivering unparalleled value to our clients. We have a comprehensive offering of legal services including Corporate/Commercial, Real Estate and Land Development, Intellectual Property, Franchising, Wills & Estates, as well as Civil and Commercial Litigation, Labour and Employment Law, Family Law and Mediation. KMB Law is seeking a Senior Litigation Lawyer with a minimum of 10+ years of law firm experience. The successful candidate will be organized, detail-oriented and able to demonstrate strong communication skills. This position offers an exciting opportunity to develop and enhance a strong litigation practice in conjunction with experienced professionals in a dynamic and challenging legal environment. Position Overview: The Litigation Lawyer will assist with the performing of a variety of substantive, complex and routine legal activities with a commitment to legal excellence. This position may be located at our head office in Mississauga or in our Toronto office. Responsibilities include, among others: Provide legal advice and guidance to clients on various matters. Develop and implement legal strategies in collaboration with clients and other team members. Independent carriage of files and collaboration on files with senior litigators. Work with and supervise junior lawyers and students. Represent clients in court and arbitration proceedings, while providing practical, cost-effective solutions. Support other firm practice areas. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications/Experience: The following would be an asset: 10+ years of good quality civil and commercial litigation experience. Strong negotiation skills. Self-motivated, hardworking and personable. Strong advocacy skills. Experience in complex litigation cases. Strong analytical skills. Proficient in legal drafting with a strong attention to detail. Excellent problem-solving skills. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team environment. Able to adapt to changing situations. KMB Law does not use AI to screen or select candidates. Diversity and Inclusion At KMB Law, we believe a diverse workplace is comprised of individuals with unique backgrounds, characteristics and qualities. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and where they are welcome. KMB Law is committed to diversity and inclusion in all that we do. Accessibility and Accommodation It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodation is available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. How to Apply: Interested candidates are invited to submit a resume, cover letter, and compensation expectations to [email protected] and indicate "Senior Litigation Lawyer" in the subject line of your email. We appreciate hearing from all qualified candidates, however, only those applicants whose background and experience match our requirements will be contacted. No agencies please.

What you’ll do

The Litigation Lawyer will assist with a variety of substantive, complex, and routine legal activities, providing legal advice and guidance to clients. Responsibilities include developing legal strategies, managing files independently, supervising junior lawyers, and representing clients in court and arbitration proceedings.

Requirements

Candidates should have a minimum of 10 years of civil and commercial litigation experience, with strong negotiation and advocacy skills. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, detail-oriented, and possess excellent communication and problem-solving abilities.

Other relevant skills

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  • Litigation
  • Legal Advice
  • Legal Strategies
  • File Management
  • Supervision
  • Court Representation
  • Negotiation
  • Analytical Skills
  • Legal Drafting
  • Problem-Solving
  • Communication Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Adaptability
  • Detail-Oriented
  • Self-Motivated

Job areas

  • Legal

Additional details

Minimum experience
10+ years
Apply by
Nov 21, 2026
Posting language
English
Working hours
40 hours per week
Seniority
Mid-Senior level
Application method
Direct apply is available