Job Description

Objective of this Role

Northern Law LLP has an exciting opportunity for a motivated lawyer with one to three years of experience to fulfill a full-time role in a fast-paced office setting. The best fit for this permanent position is a results-oriented professional with an entrepreneurial spirit and a focus on civil litigation.

As an ideal candidate, you have experience in civil matters, strong oral and written advocacy skills, and can think outside the box. If you have a strong work ethic and take pride in delivering excellent client service, we invite you to become an integral member of our growing team.

Responsibilities

Be involved in all aspects of civil litigation including drafting legal documents, including, but not limited to applications, briefs, pleadings, motions, affidavits, and discoveries.

Strategically counsel clients and potential clients on legal matters.

Identify legal or contractual issues and develop new approaches to resolve complex issues.

Argue motions and attend other pre-trial court appearances before a judge. Attend tribunal, court, or other adjudicated hearings.

Negotiate settlements of civil disputes.

Gather evidence to formulate defense or to initiate legal actions, by such means as interviewing clients and witnesses to ascertain the facts of a case.

Keep cases organized by meeting deadlines, documenting actions, and inputting information into a file database.

Prepare bills and correspondence.

Docket time daily.

Requirements

Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree with exceptional academic credentials from an accredited law school

Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite

Positive attitude and high level of professionalism

Ability to maintain confidentiality, and exercise discretion and good judgment.

One to three years of experience is preferred, but we will consider all qualified candidates.

Skills & Qualifications

This role is meant for a confident and driven individual, who conveys a great deal of perseverance.

Knowledge of practice management software

Strong written and verbal communication skills

Excellent time management and organizational skills

Critical thinker who displays accuracy and attention to detail

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Client-focused

Why join Northern Law?

Benefits

Paid on-site parking

Paid vacation

One additional week of paid vacation in December

Two paid non-statutory holidays

Work-family balance

Employee appreciation events

Constant learning and development opportunities

Pay rate:

to be determined (based on level of experience and qualifications)

If you are qualified and looking for an opportunity to join a growing law firm, please forward your cover letter, resume and law school transcripts as one PDF file to office@northernlaw.ca. Applications are due by Friday, November 14, 2025. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest, however only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Northern Law LLP is a firm with expertise across 11 diverse practice areas, with a particular focus on civil litigation, family law, criminal law, and estate matters. We are committed to promoting access to justice, maintaining transparency and accepting challenging cases. To learn more about our team and the services we offer, please visit our website at www.northernlaw.ca.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $65,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person