Litigation Lawyer

Job Description

<h3>Litigation Lawyer – 5+ Years</h3><br><p>Location: Calgary, Alberta | In-Office</p><p>Talent Renew has partnered with a leading Calgary-based litigation firm recognized for its excellence in insurance defence and commercial dispute resolution. The firm is seeking an experienced Litigation Lawyer with a minimum of five years of practice to join their growing team.</p><p>This is an exciting opportunity for a results-driven lawyer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and is eager to work on complex litigation files involving insurance defence, tort, property damage, and commercial claims.</p><h3>About the Role</h3><br><p>The successful candidate will independently manage a portfolio of litigation files while also supporting senior counsel and mentoring junior lawyers when required. You will work across a broad range of insurance and commercial litigation matters, providing strategic advice and advocacy on behalf of insurers and corporate clients.</p><h3>Responsibilities:</h3><ul><li>Manage litigation files from initial instruction through to resolution or trial</li><li>Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings</li><li>Provide guidance and mentorship to junior lawyers and support staff</li><li>Conduct legal research, prepare pleadings, and draft opinions and correspondence</li><li>Develop litigation strategies and provide clear, practical advice to clients</li><li>Handle claims involving property damage, product liability, fraud, construction, automobile accidents, and insurance coverage disputes</li><li>Maintain client relationships with a focus on exceptional service and responsiveness</li><li>Prioritize multiple deadlines while ensuring a high standard of legal work</li></ul><h3>What We're Looking For:</h3><ul><li>JD or LL.B. and in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta</li><li>Minimum 5 years of litigation experience, ideally with insurance defence exposure</li><li>Strong knowledge of civil procedure and litigation best practices</li><li>Proven ability to manage a busy caseload independently</li><li>Excellent research, drafting, negotiation, and advocacy skills</li><li>Strong interpersonal and communication abilities, both written and verbal</li><li>Experience supervising junior counsel and collaborating within a team environment</li><li>Courtroom experience and defence work in tort, property, and casualty matters are strong assets</li></ul><h3>What's Offered:</h3><ul><li>Competitive compensation commensurate with experience</li><li>Significant bonus structure tied to performance</li><li>Opportunities for professional development and advancement within the firm</li><li>Exposure to complex, high-value litigation files</li><li>Supportive, client-focused, and collegial firm culture</li></ul><h3>How to Apply:</h3><br><p>If you are an experienced Litigation Lawyer seeking to join a highly regarded Calgary firm with a strong litigation and insurance defence practice, please apply through Talent Renew's Career Portal. All applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.</p>