We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.
We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at www.blg.com.
The Toronto office of Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG), Canada’s leading, innovative and client-focused law firm, is seeking an:
Associate – Disputes
The ideal candidate will have 1 – 4 years experience and be in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. Candidates with experience in commercial disputes, including but not limited to contractual disputes, commercial arbitration, banking litigation, shareholder disputes, proceedings for injunctive relief, competition litigation, and real estate disputes, are encouraged to apply.
Candidates should have strong advocacy, legal research and drafting skills along with excellent judgment, strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
The successful candidate can expect to develop well-rounded advocacy skills in commercial disputes, including:
BLG offers top tier training and professional development with respect to challenging and sophisticated disputes matters, as well as a collaborative and supportive team environment.
The expected salary range for this position is $135,000 - $200,000, depending on level of experience, region/location, and other factors.BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves. We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+.
We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.
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BLG LLP is Canada's Law Firm, known for its culture of vigilance, curiosity, and collaboration. They pride themselves on standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience through future-minded advice and a commitment to innovation, diversity, inclusion, community involvement, and talent development.