Junior Litigation Counsel

Job Description: Reporting to the General Counsel, this position is a key addition to Onni's in-house litigation practice. You will take ownership of a diverse litigation portfolio, managing matters from pre-litigation through to resolution across British Columbia and, as required, other jurisdictions. The role offers meaningful exposure to sophisticated commercial disputes and an opportunity to contribute directly to the legal strategy of a major real estate enterprise. Perks: * Competitive pay & a Comprehensive Benefits Package. * Benefits include company-paid extended health care, dental care, vision care, life insurance, critical illness, and critical life insurance. * Annual Education Allowance * Generous Referral Program * Fun & collaborative company culture with lots of team-building events * Local discounts to restaurants, clothing stores, personal training, and more * Free access to a fully equipped gym * Friends and Family rates for hospitality brands What You Will Do: * Manage civil litigation matters including construction disputes, contract claims, leasing disputes, and regulatory proceedings * Instruct and supervise external litigation counsel; provide strategic direction on file management, litigation budgets, and risk assessment * Conduct early case assessments, prepare litigation strategies, and advise internal stakeholders on exposure and recommended course of action * Review pleadings, draft demand letters, settlement agreements, and litigation-related correspondence * Advise on commercial leasing disputes, enforcement of lease provisions, and landlord-tenant matters across the portfolio * Support the broader legal team on transactional and general corporate matters as workload requires What You Bring: * Member in good standing of the Law Society of British Columbia, 1-3 years post-call * Strong written and oral skills * Sound commercial judgment and ability to communicate legal risk clearly to non-legal stakeholders * Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to proactively manage competing priorities Assets & nice-to-haves * Experience with drafting and negotiating commercial leases * exposure to builders lien proceedings * knowledge of Clio case management software Salary Range: $110,000 - 120,000 About The Company: Onni [https://www.onni.com/about/] For over half a century, Onni has been building communities for people to live, work, and play. Our success reflects our commitment to our employees and partners, and our dedication to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. Our expertise expands across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago. AI Use: This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws. All AI-generated or AI-assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees are also expected to disclose when AI tools have been used in the creation of work and must not present AI-generated content as solely their own original work. How To Apply: Please apply through the link on the job posting and attach your resume and any other required documents. We thank all applicants for your interest in the Onni Group. Note that only those applicants under consideration will be contacted.

Manage a diverse portfolio of civil litigation matters, including construction and leasing disputes, from pre-litigation to resolution. Supervise external counsel and provide strategic legal advice to internal stakeholders to mitigate risk.

Must be a member in good standing of the Law Society of British Columbia with 1-3 years of post-call experience. Requires strong commercial judgment, organizational skills, and the ability to communicate legal risks clearly.

• Extended Health Care • Dental Care • Vision Care • Life Insurance • Critical Illness Insurance • Critical Life Insurance • Annual Education Allowance • Referral Program • Team-building Events • Local Discounts • Free Gym Access • Hospitality Brand Rates

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• Civil Litigation
• Case Management
• Legal Drafting
• Risk Assessment
• Commercial Leasing
• Contract Negotiation
• Regulatory Proceedings
• Strategic Direction
• Stakeholder Communication
• Builders Lien Proceedings

• Legal
• Construction
• Management & Leadership

Minimum education

Professional degree

Minimum experience

2+ years

Posting language

English

Working hours

40 hours per week