LITIGATION LAWYER Job at City of Toronto, Toronto, ON

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  • City of Toronto
  • Toronto, ON

Job Description

Work for the City You Love

LITIGATION LAWYER

(18 month contract)

Salary Range: $128,976.46 to $207,026.91

(Commensurate with experience)

The City of Toronto's Legal Services Division is looking for a lawyer to join its collegial team of 40 litigators handling complex matters on behalf of all City divisions and many City agencies. You will represent the City in challenging disputes relating to a diverse range of important City projects and defend the varied commercial, human rights, personal and property damage claims the City receives. With a commitment to excellence, you will develop your skills while advancing the interests of the City and its residents in this 18 month contact.

We are looking for a person who can step right in and handle a wide range of files with sound judgement and excellent advocacy and negotiation skills and will consider applicants in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario with at least three years experience. In your application, please highlight your experience handling human rights, personal and property damage, and/or contractual claims; prior experience in these areas is an asset.

The City is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to creating a workplace culture of inclusiveness that reflects the diverse residents that we serve. The City is committed to creating an accessible and inclusive organization providing barrier-free and accessible employment practices in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). Should you require Code-protected accommodation through any stage of the recruitment process, please make them known when contacted and we will work with you to meet your needs.

Please forward a cover letter and resume (in one pdf) by May 23rd, 2025 to:

Michele A. Wright, Director Litigation

Email: Michele.A.Wright@toronto.ca

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

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