Lawyer in civil and commercial litigation 

2021-LITIGE-09

MORENCY is a team of lawyers and notaries entirely dedicated to the interests of its clients. Renowned for the quality of its work, its dynamism, its accessibility and its speed, our firm offers expertise in all the main areas of law. Multidisciplinarity, collaboration, competence and dedication: these are the pillars on which MORENCY has built an enviable reputation in all areas of the law for over 50 years.  

Our firm is currently seeking a lawyer for its Montreal office, working mainly in civil and commercial litigation.

The successful candidate will preferably have 2 to 4 years' experience, and must have worked on several aspects of contentious commercial cases since the start of his or her career. He/she will be called upon to support the litigation department and all the firm's clients in multiple mandates involving several aspects, including :

• Drafting procedures, directing files and representing clients before trial and appeal courts;
• Drafting of formal notices and legal proceedings, particularly in construction law, shareholder disputes, real estate law and bankruptcy;
• Provide legal advice to clients;
• Answering questions and intervening with the various sectors of the firm that have an impact on litigation matters.

What we're looking for :

• Mastery of legal software;
• Fluency in French and English;
• Ability to analyze and synthesize;
• Ability to plan and manage various files;
• Ability to manage and retain clients;
• Ability to manage tight deadlines;
• Organizational skills and autonomy;
• Sense of responsibility, speed of execution and initiative;
• Versatility, flexibility and team spirit;
• Client retention (an asset).

What we offer :  

• Dynamic, supportive atmosphere - work that's respectful and fun;
• Office size on a human scale and concern for employee well-being;
• Flexible and collaborative environment;
• High professional standards;
• Competitive compensation;
• Group insurance and pension plan.

If you have the necessary qualifications and would like to take up the challenge, please send your curriculum vitae with the position description to the attention of Mr. Jean-François Bérubé at the following e-mail address: rhmorency@morencyavocats.com

Only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.