Litigation Counsel

Overview

An experienced Litigation Counsel is sought to support a leading retail industry client. This is a Canada-based remote role working closely with senior legal leadership, including the General Counsel. The position involves managing a broad range of litigation matters, including Commercial General Liability (CGL) matters, with additional emphasis on areas outside of commercial litigation.

Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of litigation matters, including CGL matters.
• Provide strategic legal advice and guidance on litigation risks, disputes, and resolution strategies.
• Collaborate closely with the General Counsel to support litigation strategy and case management.
• Independently assess legal matters, identify risks, and recommend practical solutions.
• Proactively address litigation challenges while maintaining strong communication with key stakeholders.
• Support litigation matters with a focus on areas outside of commercial litigation.

Requirements

• 6+ years of relevant litigation experience.
• Experience handling a broad range of litigation matters, including CGL matters.
• Open to candidates from diverse litigation backgrounds and practice areas.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and quickly adapt to new legal matters and business environments.
• Law degree and authorization to practice law in an applicable Canadian jurisdiction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior in-house legal experience within the retail industry (asset, not required).
• Ability to work effectively with senior legal leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.

Compensation & Benefits

• Estimated total compensation for full-time attorney roles: $114,000–$250,000 per year.
• Estimated total compensation for non-attorney roles: $64,000–$201,000 per year.
• Compensation decisions are based on factors including experience, skills, certifications, location, and business needs.
• Employees may be eligible for additional benefits, including:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Flexible work arrangements
  • Professional development opportunities and tools

Location

• Canada; Remote

Equal Opportunity & Accommodations

• The employer is an equal opportunity employer and provides recruitment and employment without discrimination or harassment based on protected characteristics.
• Upon request and consistent with applicable laws, reasonable accommodations are provided for individuals with disabilities to participate in the recruitment process.

Background Checks and Work Authorization

Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of a background check, providing proof of identity, and possessing the necessary legal authorization to work.