Litigation Associate

Description
Our client is seeking a Litigation Associate to support a broad range of dispute resolution and advocacy matters in a professional legal environment. This role is suited to a lawyer with strong research, drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills who can manage files effectively and provide practical legal support. The successful candidate will work closely with colleagues and clients while contributing to high-quality legal service and case management.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and support litigation files through various stages of the legal process
Conduct legal research and prepare case summaries, legal opinions, and recommendations
Draft pleadings, motion materials, affidavits, facta, correspondence, and other legal documents
Assist with discoveries, hearings, mediations, arbitrations, trials, and settlement discussions as required
Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, experts, court offices, and other stakeholders in a professional manner
Maintain file records, monitor deadlines, and support effective document management
Analyze legal risks, evidence, and case strategy in collaboration with senior lawyers and team members
Support preparation for court appearances and other advocacy proceedings
Stay current on relevant case law, legislation, and procedural developments
Contribute to additional legal and practice-related initiatives as assigned

Requirements
Qualifications

Licensed to practice law in the applicable jurisdiction and in good standing with the relevant law society
Proven experience in litigation within a law firm or comparable legal setting
Strong legal research, writing, drafting, and oral advocacy skills
Excellent analytical, organizational, and time management abilities
Ability to manage multiple files and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Strong interpersonal and client service skills
Proficiency with legal research platforms, document management systems, and Microsoft Office applications
Commitment to professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality