Senior Litigation Associate

Job summary

The role involves developing and executing litigation strategies specifically within Aboriginal and Treaty Rights law. Responsibilities include appearing before courts, drafting legal documents, and supporting negotiations regarding Indigenous self-determination and jurisdiction.

Job details

About the Firm Our client is a national leader with a reputation built on results, determination, and deep subject-matter expertise, the firm fosters a culture of excellence, cultural competency, continuous learning, and mutual respect. They are known for being bold, creative, and strategic- and for holding themselves to a high standard of accountability to both clients and colleagues. Role Overview This Senior Associate role sits within the firm's Aboriginal law litigation practice, with a primary focus on Aboriginal and Treaty Rights, consultation and accommodation, reserve and Aboriginal title lands, and Indigenous self-determination and jurisdiction. The associate will also engage with regulatory proceedings and broader public law litigation, including constitutional, administrative, and municipal law matters. Key Responsibilities Develop and execute legal and litigation strategy Conduct legal research and draft correspondence, affidavits, pleadings, and applications Draft legislation for Indigenous governments and coordinate implementation of agreements Interview witnesses, prepare evidence, and prepare for discovery Appear before courts and tribunals, including arguing applications and oral submissions Facilitate community sessions on law-making, and support Elders' and knowledge keepers' deliberations on Indigenous teachings and knowledge systems Prepare for trial, including developing questions and statements, and appear at all levels of court Support negotiations, including self-government, jurisdictional, and exploratory discussions Independently manage client files Candidate Profile 8+ years of litigation experience Experience appearing at various levels of court Strong advocacy, oral, and written communication skills Excellent analytical, interpretive, research, and drafting skills Proven negotiation skills Comfortable working independently while contributing to a team environment Familiarity with civil procedure Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario (or eligible) Assets (Not Required) Experience working with Indigenous communities or individuals Experience in Aboriginal and Constitutional law Familiarity with regulatory hearing processes Experience with negotiation/consultation processes involving Indigenous Nations, government, and industry Process Candidates will be assessed on a confidential basis. No details will be shared with any employer, including the candidate's current firm, without their explicit consent. Firm name and further details provided after initial screening call.

What you’ll do

The role involves developing and executing litigation strategies specifically within Aboriginal and Treaty Rights law. Responsibilities include appearing before courts, drafting legal documents, and supporting negotiations regarding Indigenous self-determination and jurisdiction.

Requirements

Candidates must have over 8 years of litigation experience and be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Strong advocacy, research, and negotiation skills are required, with a preference for experience in Aboriginal and Constitutional law.

Listed skills

• Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Litigation Strategy
• Legal Research
• Drafting Pleadings
• Court Appearances
• Oral Advocacy
• Negotiation
• Client Management
• Civil Procedure
• Aboriginal Law
• Constitutional Law
• Administrative Law
• Municipal Law
• Regulatory Proceedings
• Drafting Legislation
• Witness Interviewing
• Evidence Preparation

Job areas

• Legal
• Government & Public Sector
• Consulting