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ABOUT GOWLING WLG At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions. PROFILE Based in the Ottawa office, we are seeking a Junior or Intermediate Law Clerk for our Business Law Department to work within a team environment. RESPONSIBILITIES Performance and interpretation of corporate searches (PPSA, bankruptcy, executions, profile reports, litigation, etc…) Preparation and filing of annual returns. Collecting and organizing material and information required for corporate records, including maintenance of minute books, preparation of annual resolutions and data entry using EnAct dedicated corporate database software. Preparation, registration and maintenance of partnership, business names and extra-provincial registrations, including filing of notices of change. Ability to comfortably communicate with clients and internal professionals in order to take instructions, obtain required information and report on status. Initiating the organization of and management of files or parts of files. Basic incorporations and organization of companies. Assisting senior Law Clerks with drafting of corporate documents. Ability to work well in a team environment, employing good communication and social skills.   QUALIFICATIONS Law Clerk diploma coupled with 2 to 5 years legal experience as a Law Clerk/Paralegal in the Province of Ontario. Strong knowledge of Microsoft Word. Ability to work in a team environment with a professional demeanour. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Ability to multi-task within a fast-paced environment. Strong organizational and administrative skills. Experience with EnAct or similar corporate database is an asset.   Gowling WLG is proud to offer equal employment opportunities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

We are a multi-service law firm in Ottawa looking for an experienced bilingual legal assistant who is a self-starter and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. The candidate must be a fully bilingual legal assistant with at least 3 years of litigation legal experience. The candidate should be enthusiastic about this practice area and is keen to join a mid-size law firm. Nelligan Law is not your average law firm. We are an innovative and progressive firm where lawyers and staff have the opportunity to work together and grow their careers as valued members of a team of talented professionals in a cooperative and flexible working environment. We take pride in valuing diversity and respecting the unique contributions that each employee makes to the work we do for clients every day. We also have a welcoming culture where employees want to come in to work to do their jobs every day and often stay over the long-term. A collegial work environment, a serious commitment to our people and an opportunity to work on significant files are just a few of the benefits Nelligan O’Brien Payne has to offer. Nelligan Law values and supports diversity in our work environment and in the practice of law. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Job Type: Full-time Salary: $45,000.00-$48,000.00 per year Benefits: Casual dress Company pension Dental care Disability insurance Extended health care Flexible schedule Life insurance Paid time off Vision care Work from home Schedule: Day shift Monday to Friday

We are hiring the new Chief Executive Officer for the Canadian Bar Association.  As Canada’s largest, most respected, and influential national legal association, the Canadian Bar Association (CBA) has embarked on a journey of significant change that will position it, and its members, for continued success. An essential ally and advocate for members, the CBA promotes fair justice systems, facilitates effective law reform, upholds equality in the legal profession, and is devoted to eliminating discrimination. The CBA actively engages with the Canadian legal community in matters of common interest and mutual benefit. The CBA partners with leading thinkers and innovators within the legal profession and disseminates knowledge on global and national trends affecting the profession, and its members. Through the dedicated staff and volunteers of the National Office in Ottawa and its regional Branches across Canada, the CBA serves 36,000 members from coast to coast to coast.   The position The CBA CEO reports directly to the CBA Board of Directors. The CEO is accountable for leading the development and execution of the CBA’s long-term strategy with a view to creating member value and ensuring that the CBA is a respected leader in the area of advocacy in support of the legal profession. The CEO is ultimately responsible for all day-to-day enterprise management decisions and for implementing long- and short-term plans. The CEO acts as a direct liaison between the Board of Directors and management and communicates on behalf of the CBA with members, employees, stakeholders, courts, government authorities, and the public. The CEO also works in a close, collaborative relationship with the Branch Executive Directors from across Canada. Professional Qualification • Ideally at least 15 years of relevant senior leadership experience combined with demonstrated career achievements; • Strong working knowledge of the operation of a large member-based / not-for-profit organization; • Significant experience working with Boards of directors and volunteers; • Strong financial acumen and a proven ability to manage a similar-sized federation or organization; • Successful experience in leading and managing change in an influential role; • Political acumen garnered by working in the legal / quasi-legal sector; • Proven ability to innovate technologically; • An insight and commitment to diversity and inclusion – with an ability to manage issues and work with and foster under-represented, racial and other equity-seeking groups within the legal profession; • Ability to communicate with a variety of stakeholder communities, including media, other professional associations, government and judicial; • Effectively communicate in both official languages. Professional Skills • A change agent who always puts the focus on members’ needs and expectations; • Visionary and creative; • An innovative and strategic thinker who can transform big ideas into implementable action plans; • An ability to mobilize leadership and the ability to inspire others to maintain a high level of satisfaction, loyalty, and retention; • Strong interpersonal skills, tact, and diplomacy; • Excellent oral and written communication and negotiating skills, the ability to rally collaborators and influence others; • Skilled negotiator; • Results-oriented and proactive thinker; • Ability to foster teamwork and create a collaborative and innovative work environment.   Education • Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL. B, JD, LLM), Business, Economics or equivalent • MBA / MPA or equivalent (an asset, but not required) • ICD.D (an asset, but not required) Version française  Nous recrutons le Chef de la direction pour l'Association du Barreau Canadien En tant qu’association juridique nationale la plus importante, la plus respectée et la plus influente du Canada, l’Association du Barreau canadien (ABC) a entamé une série de changements importants qui visent à assurer la réussite continue de ses membres et de l’association elle-même. Alliée essentielle et défenseure de ses membres, l’ABC préconise des systèmes de droit équitables, facilite une réforme efficace du droit, soutient l’égalité au sein de la profession juridique et se consacre à l’élimination de la discrimination. L’ABC travaille en étroite collaboration avec la communauté juridique canadienne sur des questions d’intérêts communs et d’avantages mutuels. Elle établit des partenariats avec des innovateurs de premier plan de la profession juridique, et diffuse son savoir sur les tendances nationales et internationales qui ont une incidence sur la profession juridique et ses membres. Grâce au dévouement de ses employés et de ses bénévoles au bureau national à Ottawa, ainsi qu’à ses divisions régionales partout au Canada, l’ABC sert 36 000 membres d’un bout à l’autre du pays. Le rôle Relevant directement du conseil d’administration de l’ABC, le chef de la direction de l’ABC dirige l’élaboration et la mise en oeuvre de la stratégie à long terme de l’organisation en vue de créer de la valeur pour les membres et de faire de l’ABC un chef de file respecté en matière de représentation de la profession juridique. Le chef de la direction est responsable de l’ensemble des décisions relatives à la gestion quotidienne de l’ABC et de l’exécution des plans à court et à long terme. Il ou elle joue un rôle d’intermédiaire direct entre le conseil d’administration et la direction, et communique avec les membres, les employés, les parties prenantes, les tribunaux, les autorités gouvernementales et le grand public au nom de l’ABC. Il collabore aussi étroitement avec les directeurs exécutifs régionaux et les directrices exécutives régionales des divisions partout au pays. Qualifications professionnelles • Idéalement, au moins 15 ans d’expérience pertinente en tant que cadre supérieur en combinaison de réalisations professionnelles démontrées; • Forte connaissance pratique du fonctionnement d’un organisme constitué de membres ou sans but lucratif; • Expérience de travail considérable auprès de conseils d’administration et de bénévoles; • Un sens développé des finances et une capacité avérée de gérer une fédération ou une organisation de taille semblable; • Expérience réussie dans un rôle de direction et de gestion du changement dans un rôle influent; • Sens politique obtenu par l’expérience acquise dans le secteur juridique; • Capacité avérée d’innovation sur le plan technologique; • Bonne connaissance des enjeux en matière de diversité et d’inclusion, et un engagement à cet égard, ainsi que la capacité de gestion de problèmes et à travailler avec les groupes sous-représentés, les groupes ethniques et autres groupes en quête d’équité au sein de la profession juridique et de promouvoir ces groupes; • Capacité de communication avec diverses communautés d’intervenants, y compris les médias, d’autres associations professionnelles, le gouvernement et le système judiciaire; • Communication efficace dans les deux langues officielles.   Compétences professionnelles • Agent du changement qui met toujours l’accent sur les besoins et les attentes des membres; • Visionnaire et créatif; • Penseur innovateur et stratégique qui peut transformer les grandes idées en plans d’action réalisables; • Capacité de mobilisation du leadership et d’inspirer les autres à maintenir un niveau élevé de satisfaction, de loyauté et de rétention; • De solides habiletés interpersonnelles, tact et diplomatie; • Excellentes aptitudes de communication orale et écrite et de négociation, capacité de rallier les collaborateurs et d’influencer les autres; • Habile négociateur; • Penseur proactif orienté sur les résultats; • Habileté à encourager le travail d’équipe et à créer un milieu de travail axé sur la collaboration et l’innovation. Formation • Baccalauréat en droit (LL. B., J.D., LL.M.), en affaires, en économie ou formation équivalente • Maîtrise en administration des affaires ou maîtrise en administration publique, ou l’équivalent (un atout, mais non requis) • Institut des administrateurs de sociétés, IAS (un atout, mais non requis)

Description   EDC is Canada’s export credit agency, offering information, knowledge and innovative commercial solutions to help Canadian exporters and investors expand their international business. We take on risk so Canadian businesses can take on the world.   When you join our team, you’ll be helping Canadian companies bring their vision, passion and innovation to the global marketplace. Your knowledge and expertise will support more than 13,000 Canadian companies and their customers in as many as 200 markets worldwide. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the best and brightest in an inclusive, collaborative environment that fosters professional development and success. And you’ll know that you’re making a difference every day—for companies, for Canada and for the people you work with.   Year after year, EDC has been recognized as a Top 100 and Top Family-Friendly Employer.   Overview        EDC is seeking a team and solution-oriented corporate, commercial lawyer to join its Legal Services division of approximately 27 lawyers who provide a wide range of legal services to the Corporation.        EDC’s Legal Services is a dynamic, client-oriented environment, supporting EDC’s range of activities and services. Legal Services provides legal representation and assistance for all of its product offerings including loans, investments and insurance transactions and knowledge business products. As well, the team supports EDC’s corporate function including its procurement and marketing activities.   The successful candidate will become a member of the EDC Legal Services team and will provide advice to the Corporation initially in relation to its activities—both on origination and back office functions-- in the areas of corporate lending including project finance and aerospace transactions. The lawyer would additionally support and advise EDC’s lending business teams.       Key Responsibilities         The responsibilities for the position relate to a variety of tasks representing transaction and non-transactional work, as well as knowledge and relationship management. Key responsibilities would include the following, but lawyers are expected to handle a broad range of business needs that may not be fully summarized below: Involvement in all aspects of an undertaking from the development and structuring of a transaction to the negotiation and documenting of the arrangement Identify issues in file matters requiring consideration of appropriate risk mitigation measures and corporate perspective and knowledge Draft legal documentation Involvement in asset management matters (waivers, consents and amendments) relating to financing products Provide legal advice on various matters of law pertaining to the activities of EDC, such as EDC's rights and obligations under EDC contracts, interpretation of internal documentation and policies in areas of specialty, advice on authorization and compliance requirements, including interpreting the Export Development Act, the Financial Administration Act and other relevant statutes Retain and supervise the services of outside counsel (both foreign and domestic) Review and comment on outside counsel's documents and advice, relating to undertakings in which the Corporation is or proposes to become involved Proactively support the Corporation, the legal and business teams through collaboration and team work Qualifications    Screening Criteria  Undergraduate degree in Law or related discipline Applicants must be licensed by a Canadian provincial bar and in good standing to practice law as a barrister and solicitor in any Canadian province or territory Minimum of relevant commercial experience having regard to the position described above as follows: 2 years for Level 2 candidates and 5 years for Level 3 candidates Strong communication skills (written and verbal), including strong drafting skills Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage a high volume of tasks and transactions effectively and efficiently Working knowledge of legal services principles and practices  Skills and Knowledge Strong creative and critical thinking skills to apply to a variety of complex issues and to provide advanced solutions Proactive lawyering and risk mitigation skills acquired in a commercially oriented, dynamic environment Strong judgment and decision-making qualities, and collaborative in soliciting the input of others, both within the legal team and outside the team where appropriate Strong influencing and negotiation skills to deal with conflicting and complex areas Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills Strong planning and project management skills Assets  Preference will be given to bilingual candidates (English & French) Salary Range Level 2 - $74,200 - $111,400 + performance-based incentive Level 3 - $104,400 - $156,600 + performance-based incentive *We will consider candidates at Level 2 and Level 3, depending on the incumbent's qualifications. *   Location Please be advised that this position is based at our Head Office in Ottawa. Relocation assistance is available for eligible candidates.    How to apply   Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.   Application deadline: September 11, 2020, 11:59 p.m. EST on www.edc.ca/careers    EDC is committed to employment equity and actively encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation.   Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements.   Primary Location : Canada-Ottawa Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Permanent

Born out of a long-standing imbalance of power, and coupled with a political climate that resulted in fewer rights being afforded to RCMP members as the force expanded, the National Police Federation was founded to represent members of the RCMP and help move the organization forward in the decades to come. Some of the core areas that will be addressed and challenged during the negotiation process include: a shift to fair and competitive wages being paid to members, providing for proper staffing and training for new members, as well creating a more modern benefits package. The founders and executives of the NPF have long held the position that members of the RCMP deserve a viable, representative voice, similar to the ones afforded to other police organizations across Canada and around the world. In a historic vote that took place in late 2018 with the results being announced in July 2019, voting members of the RCMP elected, with an overwhelming majority, to certify the National Police Federation as their new bargaining agent. The National Police Federation has assembled a team of well-researched, knowledgeable, professional and credible members who are passionate about advancing all members’ rights and protecting all members’ interests and benefits. The NPF Board met in early January 2020 in Ottawa to further buildout the framework for how the Federation will function and sustain itself as it advances the interests of its members. The NPF’s Board is comprised of 17 elected leaders from across Canada, including the organization’s co-founder, Brian Sauvé who serves as the President. The NPF is the largest police association/union in Canada by far and second in North America only to the NYPD.

We’re looking for an experienced legal assistant to join our growing team for a contract of 18 months! As a legal assistant your work will have a big impact on the Litigation team to provide legal assistance to Insurance Defence – Accident Benefits and Tort files. People will count on you to provide support to a team of in-house lawyers, law clerks and other assistants. Here are a few ways you'll make a difference: Ability to organize legal documents and prepare indexes Opening and closing files Scheduling appearances and updating legal counsel's diary accordingly Maintaining electronic filing system; ensuring electronic filing is up to date Drafting correspondence and preparing court documents Scanning and photocopying as needed Preparation of standard pleadings   Your Skills   A Diploma in Legal Office Administration or Law Clerk from a recognized post-secondary institution 3+ years of experience in insurance defence litigation Excellent attention to detail Ability to prioritize and organize Effective customer service skills Excellent communication and problem-solving skills Ability to work in a team or independently, exercise sound judgment and take initiative Demonstrate a disciplined approach to work Here are a few reasons why others have joined our team: An award-winning, inspiring workplace that supports its people and recognizes great work Stimulating, challenging projects and development opportunities to help you grow your skills and career Flexibility in how and where you work A comprehensive financial rewards program that recognizes your success A casual ‘dress for your day’ culture that encourages you to be yourself   Closing Statement   We are an Equal Opportunity Employer At Intact, our values guide everything that we do. We celebrate our differences and appreciate our similarities. That’s why we are committed to building an inclusive and inspiring environment for all employees. If you need a specific accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know and we will be happy to provide. Background Checks As an employer and publicly traded financial services company, the best interests of our customers, employees and shareholders are important to us. We want Intact to be a great place to work! This means that you’ll be asked to consent to background checks so we can learn more about you. Please note that for positions with access to financial data or funds, your credit must be in good standing. Internal Candidates For internal candidates, you can apply for a posted position if you have been in your current position for at least 12 months and are performing at a satisfactory level. Please note we may have identified other internal candidates through our Employee Development Program, and that the selection process may also be opened to external applicants. Eligibility It’s important that you are legally eligible to work in Canada at the time an offer of employment is made. You may be requested to provide proof of eligibility at that time. This posting closes on July 21, 2020 at 11:59 pm.

Overall job purpose: To provide day-to-day legal advice and support to the CMA Group of Companies (CMA), with a focus on CMA Foundation (a registered charity designated as a private foundation) and CMA Investco Inc. (a taxable entity holding CMA’s investments and overseeing the management of those funds).  Responsibilities include (i) analyzing, drafting and negotiating a wide variety of contracts, (ii) consulting with internal and external stakeholders on legal matters, (iii) anticipating and mitigating against legal risks to the CMA and (iv) working with cross-functional teams on new initiatives. The base office of this role is the CMA Offices located in Ottawa. There will be occasional travel to the CMA Investco office in Toronto. Key responsibilities: Prepare, draft and negotiate a wide variety of agreements, many of which entail a high degree of complexity, sensitivity and/or very specialized subject matter (e.g.: grant agreements, investment management agreements, custodian agreements, ISDA agreements, etc.). Provide legal advice and prepare legal memoranda on a variety of legal issues that affect the CMA. Identify and mitigate corporate and legal risk in the context of a complex organization that has undergone a recent significant transformation and shift in its strategic focus and corporate culture. Manage external legal counsel engagements on specialized matters and coordinate with key stakeholder groups when external legal advice is needed. Analyze and interpret legislation, National Instruments, and jurisprudence relevant to the organization. Assist in developing and drafting policies relevant to CMA Foundation and CMA Investco in particular as well as certain enterprise-wide policies. Make presentations on legal issues to CMA departments and external groups. Participate in cross-functional agile teams as the delegate from Legal. Provide legal support to the CMA with a particular focus on the CMA Foundation and CMA Investco Inc. Key skills and competencies: All positions have the following core competencies: Communication Creativity and innovation Member/client/stakeholder focus Results oriented Teamwork and collaboration In addition to the competencies listed above, the following skills are required: This position requires maturity, tact, and the ability to act autonomously. It also requires strong analytical, writing and research skills and an ability to interact with a variety of external and internal stakeholders on highly sensitive matters. All aspects of the position require considerable ingenuity and resourcefulness. Work performed by legal counsel in Legal Services involves original research and provision of legal advice and opinion on a variety of legal issues. The position requires management of multiple tasks, often with very short deadlines. Given the emphasis on securities law and the need to work independently, experience in securities law is recommended. Education: B (J.D) degrees (required for this specific role) Successful completion of the Canadian Securities Course (recommended) Membership in good standing (and continually maintained) with the Law Society of Ontario Experience: 5-7 years post-call experience in law Priority will be given to applicants with experience in securities and charity law   We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. CMA is an equal opportunity employer and will reasonably accommodate people with disabilities during the recruitment, assessment and hiring process. --------------------------------------------------------- Conseiller ou conseillère juridique, Droit des valeurs mobilières et droit régissant les organismes de bienfaisance Lieu :                             Ottawa (Ont.) Service :                       Services juridiques et gouvernance Supervision :               Vice-présidente et conseillère juridique Type :                           Permanent, à temps plein Objectif global du poste Fournir tous les jours du soutien et des conseils juridiques au groupe de sociétés de l’AMC (AMC) tout en mettant l’accent sur la Fondation AMC (organisme de bienfaisance enregistré désigné comme une fondation privée) et à Investco de l’AMC inc. (entité imposable qui détient les placements de l’AMC et supervise la gestion de ces fonds) en tant que gestionnaire de portefeuille et directeur des opérations sur marchandises). Les responsabilités de ce poste comprennent : i) l’analyse, la rédaction et la négociation d’une vaste gamme de contrats, ii) la consultation d’intervenants et de parties prenantes internes et externes sur des questions juridiques, iii) la prévision et l’atténuation des risques juridiques pour l’AMC, et iv) la collaboration avec des équipes interfonctionnelles au regard de nouvelles initiatives. La personne titulaire de ce poste travaillera principalement dans les bureaux de l’AMC situés à Ottawa. Il y aura des déplacements occasionnels au bureau d’Investco de l’AMC inc. à Toronto. Responsabilités principales Préparer, rédiger et négocier une grande variété d’ententes, dont bon nombre comportent un degré élevé de complexité, sont de nature très délicate ou portent sur des sujets très spécialisés (p. ex., ententes de subventions, ententes de gestion des investissements, ententes de garde, ententes de l’Association internationale des swaps et dérivés ( International Swaps and Derivatives Association [ISDA]), etc.). Fournir des conseils juridiques et préparer des mémoires juridiques sur diverses questions de cette nature qui touchent l’AMC. Cerner et atténuer les risques juridiques et organisationnels dans le contexte d’une organisation complexe dont l’orientation stratégique et la culture d’entreprise ont subi récemment une transformation et des changements importants. Gérer les mandats de conseillers juridiques externes dans des dossiers spécialisés et assurer la coordination avec les principaux groupes d’intervenants lorsque des conseils juridiques externes sont nécessaires. Analyser et interpréter la jurisprudence, les instruments nationaux et les projets de loi pertinents pour l’organisation. Participer à l’élaboration et à la rédaction de politiques pertinentes pour la Fondation AMC et Investco de l’AMC inc. en particulier, ainsi que de politiques organisationnelles. Présenter des exposés sur des questions juridiques au personnel des divers services de l’AMC et à des groupes externes. Participer à des équipes interfonctionnelles agiles en qualité de mandataire des Services juridiques. Fournir un soutien juridique au l’AMC tout en mettant particulièrement l’accent sur la Fondation AMC et Investco de l’AMC inc. Compétences et habiletés clés Tout le personnel doit posséder les compétences essentielles suivantes : Facilité de communication Esprit de créativité et d’innovation Écoute active des membres, des clients et des intervenants Souci des résultats Esprit d’équipe et de collaboration Outre les compétences énumérées ci-dessus, les aptitudes qui suivent sont exigées : Ce poste exige de la maturité, du tact et de l’autonomie. Il exige également de solides compétences en analyse, en rédaction et en recherche, ainsi que la capacité d’interagir avec tout un éventail d’intervenants internes et externes sur des questions très délicates. Tous les aspects du poste exigent beaucoup d’ingéniosité et d’inventivité. Le travail des conseillers juridiques, au sein des Services juridiques, consiste à effectuer des recherches originales et à fournir des avis juridiques et des opinions sur divers enjeux juridiques. Le poste exige la gestion de multiples tâches, souvent dans des délais très serrés. Étant donné l’importance attachée au droit des valeurs mobilières et la nécessité de travailler de façon autonome, une expérience en droit des valeurs mobilières est recommandée. Formation B. (J.D.) (diplômes exigés pour ce poste précis) Avoir réussi le Cours sur le commerce des valeurs mobilières au Canada (recommandé) Être membre en règle (et le demeurer sans interruption) du Barreau de l’Ontario Expérience 5 à 10 ans d’expérience (après le stage) en droit La priorité sera accordée aux personnes candidates qui possèdent de l’expérience en droit des valeurs mobilières et en droit régissant les organismes de bienfaisance.   Nous remercions toutes les personnes candidates de leur intérêt; nous ne communiquerons toutefois qu’avec ceux et celles qui seront retenus pour une entrevue. Nous souscrivons au principe de l’égalité d’accès à l’emploi et offrirons des mesures raisonnables d’adaptation aux personnes handicapées durant le processus de recrutement, d’évaluation et d’embauche.

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service. When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals. Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support staff work together as a team, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.     PROFILE We are currently seeking two (2) motivated law clerks to join the dynamic Medical Defence & Health Law group. The Medical Defence & Health Law group acts as counsel on various matters in support of the defence of medical professionals. The successful candidate will be proactive, have a strong work ethic and an ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team. Note: One opportunity is an 18-month contract role and the other is a permanent role where Bilingualism (French/English) is required.     RESPONSIBILITIES   The successful candidates’ responsibilities may include and are not limited to the following: Receive directions from professionals Draft court documents and correspondence at each of the various steps throughout the conduct of the file Liaise with client to obtain new file details and information and relay the specifics to professionals to ensure the timely file opening and client contact has been made Calculate litigation timelines and ensure deadlines are met Maintain files, including monitoring, organization and updating of material, contact with opposing counsel, Courts and clients, and initiation of follow up actions where necessary Manage documents in electronic databases Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines Prepare materials for experts Summarize transcripts and prepare lists of outstanding items and/or tasks Assemble answers to undertakings Prepare charts, chronologies and summaries of documentary evidence Assist professionals in preparation and attendance at formal court/administrative processes and proceedings, examinations, etc. Assist in developing and improving electronic file management systems and paperless practice processes Liaise with firm IT specialists and third party service providers Assist in training and provide ongoing support to all group members on litigation support software and electronic file management systems (including Relativity) Draft policies and procedures for all group members and provide ongoing support on these policies and procedures Maintain and continually update several spreadsheets regarding fee forecasting and billing     QUALIFICATIONS 5 plus years as a Paralegal/Law Clerk Paralegal/Law Clerk or Legal Assistant Diploma/Certificate Knowledge of Relativity, or other e-Discovery platforms, is an asset Knowledge and experience working with Automated Civil Litigation (ACL) software is an asset Ability to troubleshoot and develop creative solutions Interest in and aptitude for new software and technology In-depth knowledge of legal terminology, principles, processes and Rules of Civil Procedure is an asset Ability to communicate effectively in a professional, confidential and courteous manner Superior analytical and organizational abilities and the ability to problem-solve Ability to manage multiple priorities and to redefine priorities when necessary Excellent writing, verbal and grammar skills Bilingualism (French/English) is required for the permanent role. Handle stress in a professional manner Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Interpersonal skills required to work effectively with other staff and professionals in a team environment     Gowling WLG is proud to offer equal employment opportunities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Fasken is a leading international business law and litigation firm. Our firm’s 700 lawyers are located across offices in Vancouver, Surrey, Calgary, Toronto, Ottawa, Montréal, Québec City, London, Johannesburg and Beijing. Providing strategic and thoughtful advice in all areas of business law, our broad range of clients include close to half of the Fortune 100 companies, as well as corporate clients, government agencies, regulatory authorities, non-profit bodies and individuals.We are a high-achieving, professional, entrepreneurial, team-oriented, and friendly place to work. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, and offer a welcoming environment for all people. While we are here to service our clients and are a deadline-driven industry, we look to be innovative, and there are opportunities to participate in initiatives which make a difference in our firm and community.Achieve excellence doing work that’s challenging and rewarding, with people you’ll like working with, in an environment that’s welcoming, supportive, entrepreneurial and innovative, where you’re a valued contributor, not just an employee. For additional information about the firm or this position, please visit our website at www.fasken.com. BILINGUAL LEGAL ASSISTANT, LABOUR AND EMPLOYMENT (Ottawa Office) Job Summary We are currently seeking a Bilingual Legal Assistant to join our Labour and Employment team in our Ottawa office. The successful candidate will independently manage the daily activities of two or more lawyers. They will have a strong work ethic, be collaborative, professional, adaptable, positive and interested in their work. Hours of work are from 9 am to 5 pm. Occasional pre-authorized overtime may be required to meet client needs. Fasken, success means: Having a strong client service approach - ready, willing, and able Demonstrating impeccable proofreading and grammar skills Being organized, with high attention to detail and accuracy when completing tasks Leveraging excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to be resourceful and work with minimal instruction or supervision to resolve issues Being able to work within tight timelines to meet deadlines, reassessing priorities as needed Possessing effective and proficient bilingual (English and French) communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff and third parties Being proactive and taking initiative in anticipation of next steps. Primary Responsibilities Handling all administrative duties such as file openings and ongoing file maintenance, preparing cheque requests, coordinating meetings, processing incoming and outgoing mail and preparing expense reports Managing key dates and updating calendar for lawyers, including meetings, appointments, due dates, discoveries, expert witness and other court-designated hearings Preparing correspondence, documents and presentations Taking responsibility for arranging to summarily prepare, serve and file pleadings, motions and appellate documents at all levels of court in accordance with the Ontario Rules of Civil Procedure, the Provincial Offences Act and local practice directions, and with the Ontario Labour Relations Board and the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario in accordance with the board and tribunal’s rules of procedure and practice directions Monitoring Supreme Court of Canada agency files progresses and arranging to serve and file pleadings, motion and appellate documents in accordance with the Rules of the Supreme Court Communicating with court and tribunals staff, as necessary; keeping current with changes in court rules and filing procedure Providing back-up assistance to various professionals and/or assistants within the team, as required Other duties as assigned Required Knowledge and Experience Completion of a post-secondary Legal Assistant or Law Clerk course A minimum of 5 years’ experience supporting multiple Associates in a dynamic, fast paced environment Experience working in the area of Civil Litigation and/or Labour and Employment law an asset Knowledge of Supreme Court of Canada rules, Occupational Health and Safety and Workers’ Compensation would be an asset In-depth knowledge of legal terminology, court rules and procedures (including the Ontario Small Claims Court, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice, the Ontario Provincial Offences Court, the Ontario Court of Appeal, the Ontario Labour Relations Board and the Human Rights Tribunal of Ontario would be an asset) Proficiency and working knowledge in MS Office 2010, Windows 7, Worksite DMS, Elite 3E and ACL Must be fully bilingual (French and English) Supervision his role has a dual reporting relationship with the Lawyers in the share and the Office Manager. Accessibility and Accommodation It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Background and Reference Checks Any offer of employment may be conditional upon full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check and employment and educational verifications. A reference check will also be conducted. Your Application Qualified candidates are asked to submit their application by e-mail to faskenhr at fasken.com. Please indicate the position you are applying for in your cover letter. We appreciate hearing from all qualified candidates, however, only those applicants whose background and experience match our requirements will be contacted. No telephone calls, please. NO AGENCIES, PLEASE

JOB SUMMARY   Reporting to the General Counsel or their designate, Legal Counsel is responsible for supporting the Society’s primarily French commercial legal work   S/he is responsible for drafting and negotiating a wide variety of domestic and international contracts which requires subject matter expertise and a solid understanding of the Society’s operational challenges. S/he will provide legal advice to staff primarily in Quebec in a wide range of areas, including but not limited to contract development and negotiations, regulatory matters, insurance law, product liability law and tax law and the law governing not for profit corporations and charities. This role would be ideal for either a junior lawyer with previous corporate commercial experience or a more experienced lawyer wanting a career change with interest in using their skills to support humanitarian work.   S/he is responsible for balancing operational imperatives with risk and meeting the organization’s legal obligations. S/he is required to act independently on a variety of complex legal matters and projects.   Counsel must use professional discretion to determine what needs to be elevated for senior legal review versus what can be autonomously decided with cost and risk implications. S/he is responsible for identifying and analyzing legal issues, drafting key documents, presenting clear recommendations, and assuring legal compliance. Counsel must rely on considerable experience, knowledge and good judgment to perform this role.   S/he collaborates with other counsel, more senior lawyers and staff in the department. Counsel will be expected to work directly with operational teams and other corporate services.   S/he must be able to work in a faced- paced environment with many urgent requests and competing demands. Counsel must be able to quickly learn new areas of law as required. RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES   Responsibility 1: Drafting Legal Documents, Memoranda, Policies, SOP’s, Precedents and Contractual Agreements   Supporting senior legal counsel within the department with support as required. Drafts, reviews and negotiates items for a variety of commercial agreements including funding, consultancy agreements, goods and services, licensing, leases, employment, and data sharing agreements. Provides senior and mid-management with legal advice and information regarding legal risk management strategies and solutions such as flagging compliance and regulatory risks and recommends solutions. Supports operations in emergency response, when the CRC goes on appeal and may be asked to act as the legal representative on the Critical Incident Management team. Provides legal support to clients by answering day to day questions on applicable laws and regulations impacting our humanitarian work, reviewing and drafting contracts, problem solving and supporting the development of policies. Participates in task forces, working groups, response teams and program review teams as required to provide input on behalf of the Legal and Risk Department.   Responsibility 2: Contract Negotiation   Provides advice as they relate to contract negotiations. Provide advice and opinions on risk, vulnerabilities and strengths particularly in respect of the potential for litigation and dispute resolution processes. Entrusted to act in the Society’s best interests. Negotiates and/or approves changes to legal documents.   Responsibility 3: Dispute Resolution and Demand Letters   Supports lead litigation counsel – the Assistant General Counsel - in contract disputes and pre-litigation including the creation of strategies and methodologies to achieve the best possible settlement outcome when contract disputes arise. Writes legal letters and demand letters to advance legal matters.   Responsibility 3: Legal Research and Memorandums   Supports Senior Legal Counsel in the preparation of legal opinions Identifies issues, conducts legal research, prepares memoranda, and advises internal clients. Drafts legal precedents for the use and support of business operations.   Responsibility 4: Learning New Areas of Law   Remains current on developments in areas of expertise and law that directly relates to the incumbents’ role and responsibilities within the legal team. Navigates through cross-jurisdictional legal and regulatory matters. Engages in continuous learning in order to develop in new areas of law that enables provision of advice and guidance outside of the core area of expertise.   Integrates volunteer resources within the scope of responsibilities, as required.   Performs other duties, as required. QUALIFICATIONS   The incumbent must have the commitment to the Fundamental Principles of the Red Cross Movement and model the core competencies of the CRCS: team excellence, service excellence, accountability and results focused.   This position requires a satisfactory Canadian criminal record reference check.   EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE A valid J.D. or LL.B. A bachelor's degree from a recognized law school and successful completion of the bar examination in one or more provinces A license to practice law in Quebec minimum 3 years of legal practice SKILLS AND ABILITIES Bilingual (English and French) essential The ability to work flexible, long hours (especially during a disaster response) Self-motivated and experienced in managing multiple priorities, stakeholders and deadlines Exceptional relationship-building and interpersonal skills and a high level of client service standards Ability to work well within a team Must be able to act with substantial discretion, and must have excellent independent judgement to balance several goals at once with the idea to minimize costs/ risks and maximize benefits/ returns Ability to develop solutions for difficult, complex and systemic problems that may have precedent setting implications for the institution Ability to respond to new situations and circumstances that require attention and where problem solving requires inventive ness and creative thinking Able to work in faced- paced environment with many urgent requests and competing demands. Ability to quickly learn new areas of law as required Must be able to use professional discretion to prioritize review An interest in working for a not-for-profit Strong attention to detail and the ability to work independently The ability to think “outside-the-box” to find creative solutions Strong written communication skills ASSETS Awareness and appreciation of Canada’s diverse populations and experience in working in cross cultural environments WORKING CONDITIONS The majority of the work will be performed in a safe and clean environment Contributes to a healthy and safe working environment Participates in disaster planning, preparation and response, as required This position will require working non-traditional hours especially during times of disaster or appeal. Must be available and on-call to respond to legal needs in an emergency context The incumbent has no supervisory responsibility but may on occasion, be required to supervise paralegal staff Please, apply here English The Canadian Red Cross is committed to gender equality and social inclusion in our workplace. All qualified applications will receive consideration without regard to sex, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, race, ethnic origin, color, religion, nationality, disability, age, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We encourage all qualified persons to apply particularly Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, visible minorities, and others who share our values and contribute to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. Please notify us as soon as possible of any adaptive measures you might require at any stage of the recruitment process. French La Croix-Rouge canadienne s’engage à observer des pratiques d’emploi équitables et à favoriser l’égalité des genres et l’inclusion sociale en milieu de travail. Toutes les candidatures seront examinées de façon équitable sans égard au sexe, à l’identité de genre, à l’expression de l’identité de genre, à l’orientation sexuelle, à la race, à l’origine ethnique, à la couleur, à la religion, à la nationalité, aux limitations, à l’âge ni à tout autre aspect de l’identité protégé par les lois en vigueur. Nous encourageons toutes les personnes qualifiées à postuler, particulièrement les personnes autochtones, les personnes ayant des limitations fonctionnelles, les personnes faisant partie de minorités ethniques ou visibles ainsi que toute autre personne partageant nos valeurs et notre volonté de bâtir un environnement de travail inclusif et diversifié . Veuillez nous aviser dès que possible de toute mesure d’adaptation dont vous pourriez avoir besoin à n’importe quelle étape du processus de recrutement.

About this Opportunity Recognized as an Employer of Choice in the National Capital Region, Giant Tiger’s Home Office provides a dynamic work environment with many opportunities for a fulfilling career. We are a Canadian owned and operated retailer (and proud of it!), with a strong commitment to the community, and over 50 years of success. If you are looking for a challenging and stimulating career, Giant Tiger may be right for you. We believe in opportunities for growth & development, teamwork, and engagement. Are you someone who takes pride in providing high-quality, timely, efficient and effective legal and administrative support and understands the importance of maintaining confidential information? This could be the right opportunity for you. If you have 3 years or more of experience working in a legal setting (whether as a legal assistant, law clerk, paralegal or other) and an inquisitive mind, consider this unique opportunity to work within the small legal department that services Giant Tiger’s needs across Canada. The successful candidate will benefit from: a work environment based on mutual respect; no billable hours; diverse types of tasks; and the opportunity to work with and learn from, seasoned legal professionals. Highlights Organize newly incorporated companies, and manage resolutions, registers and other corporate-related documentation. Carry out off-title searches with municipalities. Responsible for and ensure accurate and timely records management (electronic and hard copy filing, archiving, shredding). Drafting legal documents such as subleases and franchise agreements. Provide support to Manager and Associate Vice President, Legal Services, on matters relating to leasing, franchising, corporate and trademark law. Perform general administrative tasks such as drafting correspondence, proofreading, scanning, mailing, and ordering supplies. Ability to identify and recommend suggestions to improve internal processes. Work within a mostly paperless environment. Maintain databases and tickler system. Perform other duties as required of a legal assistant. Key Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience working in a legal setting (whether as a legal assistant, law clerk, paralegal or other). Experience preparing leasing and corporate-related documentation. Enthusiastic about Giant Tiger and our brand. Ability to handle sensitive information with high level of confidentiality and discretion. Strong communication skills in English (both written and spoken) to interact with all levels of the organization. Excellent computer, research and writing skills with proficiency in MS Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook) as well as Adobe. Ability to work independently and be proactive and self-starting. Strong time management skills. Ability to multi-task and prioritize to meet deadlines. High level of accuracy and attention to detail in all areas of work. Punctual, dependable and flexible. Education and Certification Minimum education required: College Diploma Giant Tiger is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fair and accessible employment procedures on the clear legal assistant job board in Ottawa. Accommodation is available upon request for applicants and employees with disabilities.

The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has 1 exciting fixed-term opportunity up to September 24, 2021 within the Corporate Services branch at CATSA Headquarters. This position represents an opportunity for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security. Legal Counsel, (Commercial, Contracts) Why is CATSA a great fit for you? CATSA is world leader in aviation security with a mandate to secure specific elements of the air transportation system – from passengers, to baggage, to airport workers. As a small, yet dynamic Crown corporation, it features a mix of public service and private sector culture, and offers a unique and energized work environment. CATSA encourages creativity and work/life balance, and is reflective of the varied background of its employees. If you are a motivated professional seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment and you are looking for the next great adventure, CATSA is the place for you! Summary of responsibilities: Reporting to the Director, Legal and Corporate Services, the Legal Counsel is responsible for providing legal services to CATSA on a wide-range of business issues and works closely with the Director, Legal and Corporate Services and the rest of the legal team. The Legal Counsel performs all other duties and responsibilities related to the position as required. What you need to succeed To qualify for the position, you must have: Successful completion of an LLB from a recognized university with a superior academic record; Membership in good standing of the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada; A minimum of two (2) to five (5) years of experience providing legal services within a law firm, corporation or government entity; Knowledge of, and experience providing legal services in areas relevant to CATSA’s mandate, such as: Corporate/commercial law; Federal privacy and access to information; Labour and employment law under the Canada Labour Code; Crown law, including liability of the Crown and administrative law; Federal pension law; Experience conducting legal research and writing; Experience in the interpretation of complex statutory/regulatory provisions. This position is best suited to individuals with the following skills and abilities: Strong analytical and drafting skills; ability to interpret and synthesize complex information; Impeccable writing and communication skills; ability to communicate and advocate on legal matters in clear, concise and compelling language; Strong client service orientation; Ability to deliver presentations and present issues/positions, as well as translate material to suit the particular audience; Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and to solve varied problems with confidence; Strong organizational skills; Strong judgement and decision-making qualities, and collaborative in soliciting the input of others; Effective persuasion, influence and relationship building abilities; Integrity, tact and diplomacy; Ability to self-motivate, work well independently as well as part of a team; Strong team orientation and willingness to assist other team members and client groups on regular basis; Flexibility and creativity. Valuable skills include: Knowledge of CATSA's mandate and priorities, as well as an awareness of relevant legislations impacting CATSA; Experience working within the public sector; Knowledge of and experience providing legal services in federal pension law matters. Specific work requirements Ability to work overtime as required; Ability to travel as required; Language Profile: Bilingual (BBBB); Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. How to apply: If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please click on the following link to submit your application before July 1, 2020 by 11:59pm EST.            

The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has 1 exciting fixed-term opportunity up to January 2, 2022 within the Corporate Services branch at CATSA Headquarters. This position represents an opportunity for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security. Legal Counsel, (Labour, Employment, Litigation, Privacy) Why is CATSA a great fit for you? CATSA is world leader in aviation security with a mandate to secure specific elements of the air transportation system – from passengers, to baggage, to airport workers. As a small, yet dynamic Crown corporation, it features a mix of public service and private sector culture, and offers a unique and energized work environment. CATSA encourages creativity and work/life balance, and is reflective of the varied background of its employees. If you are a motivated professional seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment and you are looking for the next great adventure, CATSA is the place for you! Summary of responsibilities: Reporting to the Director, Legal and Corporate Services, the Legal Counsel is responsible for providing legal services to CATSA on a wide-range of business issues and works closely with the Director, Legal and Corporate Services and the rest of the legal team. The Legal Counsel performs all other duties and responsibilities related to the position as required. What you need to succeed To qualify for the position, you must have: Successful completion of an LLB from a recognized university with a superior academic record; Membership in good standing of the Bar of one of the provinces or territories of Canada; A minimum of two (2) to five (5) years of experience providing legal services within a law firm, corporation or government entity; Knowledge of, and experience providing legal services in areas relevant to CATSA’s mandate, such as: Corporate/commercial law; Federal privacy and access to information; Labour and employment law under the Canada Labour Code; Crown law, including liability of the Crown and administrative law; Experience conducting legal research and writing; Experience in the interpretation of complex statutory/regulatory provisions. This position is best suited to individuals with the following skills and abilities: Strong analytical and drafting skills; ability to interpret and synthesize complex information; Impeccable writing and communication skills; ability to communicate and advocate on legal matters in clear, concise and compelling language; Strong client service orientation; Ability to deliver presentations and present issues/positions, as well as translate material to suit the particular audience; Ability to effectively manage competing priorities and to solve varied problems with confidence; Strong organizational skills; Strong judgement and decision-making qualities, and collaborative in soliciting the input of others; Effective persuasion, influence and relationship building abilities; Integrity, tact and diplomacy; Ability to self-motivate, work well independently as well as part of a team; Strong team orientation and willingness to assist other team members and client groups on regular basis; Flexibility and creativity. Valuable skills include: Knowledge of CATSA's mandate and priorities, as well as an awareness of relevant legislations impacting CATSA; Experience working within the public sector; Practical litigation experience; Knowledge of and experience providing legal services in federal pension law matters. Specific work requirements Ability to work overtime as required; Ability to travel as required; Language Profile: Bilingual (CBCC); Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident. How to apply: If you feel you are the ideal candidate for this position, please click on the following link to submit your application before June 14 2020 by 11:59pm EST.

MB has an opening for a Litigation Lawyer with experience in AB, Tort and/or BI 4 to 6 years' experience - Ottawa We offer a competitive compensation package and a pleasant working environment, along with moving costs if applicable. Successful candidates will possess the right balance of advocacy, legal and interpersonal skills. Interested applicants should email a cover letter, resume, academic transcripts and references, in confidence, to: Cindy L. Davies, Firm Director

Ridout & Maybee LLP is one of the oldest IP law firms in Canada and is consistently ranked as one of Canada’s leading IP law firms. Ridout & Maybee LLP has more than 35 lawyers and patent agents with offices in Ottawa, Toronto and Burlington. Ridout & Maybee LLP is one of the oldest IP law firms in Canada and is consistently ranked as one of Canada’s leading IP law firms.  Ridout & Maybee LLP has more than 35 lawyers and patent agents with offices in Ottawa, Toronto and Burlington. We are currently recruiting for a  lawyer to join our Ottawa office. The ideal candidate will have a degree in either mechanical or electrical engineering, be qualified as a Patent and Trademark Agent and have four to six years experience in patent drafting, patent and trademark prosecution and related fields. Experience in litigation would be considered an asset. The position will involve working with leading innovators and advising clients on intellectual property strategies, preparing and prosecuting applications, and providing opinions on a variety of IP matters. The position has competitive compensation and benefits, continuing education and a mentoring program. How to apply: Applicants are asked to forward their  resume and cover letter  clearly demonstrating their abilities for this role, to  hr@ridoutmaybee.com . We thank all applicants in advance but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Ridout & Maybee LLP welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Ridout & Maybee LLP is an equal opportunity employer.

Employment Lawyer – 1+ Year of Experience Date Posted Mar 03, 2020 Location Ottawa Description Are you ready to take the next step in your legal career? Tired of the typical demands of the traditional associate role, but love practicing Employment Law? Join Osler’s Osler Works – HR team, located in our Ottawa office, and provide transactional and litigation support, research and client advice to the national Employment and Labour Department. In this unique non-partnership track role, you will be responsible for providing national support to the lawyers in the Employment and Labour Department.  This position will primarily support “internal clients”, being other members of the firm, and is not necessarily client facing, however, there will be ample opportunity to work for significant business clients, including cutting-edge tech start-ups and venture-scalable businesses in our Emerging and High Growth Companies (EHG) practice area. There is no business development expectation beyond providing exceptional service to your internal and external clients. You will devote the majority of your time to client work. However, you will also be responsible for the development and growth of Osler Works – HR, a unique project dedicated to transforming the practice of employment and labour law through a combination of people, processes and technology. This project will require you to adapt document automation, artificial intelligence, and other technological tools to optimize the Employment and Labour Department’s practice. Position Requirements Working under the administrative direction and guidance of the Head of Osler Works ,  the successful candidate will: be called to the Ontario Bar  (Barreau du Québec an asset) have a minimum of 1 year of employment law experience, in the private or public sector, preferably in both Ontario and Québec be proficient using technology, willing to learn simple software coding (though no prior coding experience is required), and adaptable to change be able to proactively spot opportunities for process innovation, leverage technology to fulfill those opportunities, and analyze the success of such initiatives have proven experience working with teams of various sizes be comfortable working with lawyers in different cities (primarily Toronto and Calgary) and occasional travel to other offices bilingual (French and English) is an asset How To Apply Consistently ranked as one of Canada’s leading business law firms by clients and leading independent reviews, with a highly regarded Employment and Labour Department (all 5 partners are ranked in Chambers), Osler offers the successful candidate the benefit of working with more than 400 of the best legal minds in the country and the opportunity to develop your skills in this innovative and exciting area in a growing practice. Osler has the national leading EHG practice and our Employment and Labour Department plays a pivotal role in supporting and advising clients in this exciting industry sector. If you have strong attention to detail, can manage multiple deadlines, work in a fast-paced environment independently and as part of a team, and are looking for a unique opportunity, please reply in confidence with a cover letter, detailed résumé and academic transcripts directly to our online application on the clear legal job board in Ottawa. Apply Now

ABOUT GOWLING WLG At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.  When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.  Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.   Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.  PROFILE We are currently recruiting for an Intellectual Property Assistant – Patents. In this role, you will work within a team environment, providing administrative support to the patent lawyers and agents.   RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinating payment of patent and industrial design maintenance fees to CIPO and foreign jurisdictions. Reviewing and entering correspondence from CIPO, Foreign Patent Offices and Foreign Associates into the Intellectual Property in-house database. Processing and entering updates into the Intellectual Property in-house database i.e. file opening forms, client contacts, removing and entering deadlines. Opening, preparing and filing PCT applications to WIPO and Industrial Design and Canadian applications to CIPO. Preparing and forwarding correspondence to CIPO, clients and foreign associates using the Intellectual Property in-house database templates. Reviewing and taking action on daily diaries, including making updates, coordinating with CIPO, pulling the files and delivering them to the responsible professionals, as applicable. Coordinating and communicating updates with the Accounting department i.e. changing clients, processing foreign associate invoices and submitting disbursements. Resolving work-related matters in a professional and timely manner.  QUALIFICATIONS 3-5 years’ experience working as a Patent Assistant. Canadian and Foreign Patent experience. Produce a high quality and quantity of work product, occasionally under tight timelines. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite with strong keyboard and dicta-typing skills.  Gowling WLG is proud to offer equal employment opportunities. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let the clear legal job board know. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Canada's most highly recognized expropriation, municipal, environmental and regulatory lawyers. Housed within Canada's largest law firm, this specialized group represents many of Ontario's municipalities as well as significant public institutions and private corporations. Our Ottawa office is seeking a highly motivated and ambitious lawyer with 3-5 years of relevant experience to join our team. The successful candidate will bring their experience to a team of talented and leading lawyers in the highly specialized areas of Municipal, Planning & Expropriation and Commercial Real Estate law. Candidates with strong drafting skills and interest in land use, development and real estate are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to hit the ground running, possess a superior academic record and be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their skills and career as part of a talented team. With BLG's national ongoing professional development/legal education program, the successful candidate will obtain advanced training, mentoring and exposure to the firm's clients while being supported to build their own practice and expertise. This is an ideal position for someone who is a consummate team player, has strong analytical, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills, takes initiative, and seeks an opportunity to be allowed to further develop beyond their current skill level. If you are interested in joining our law firm, please send your cover letter, résumé, transcripts and list of references by November 15, 2019 , in confidence to: Danielle Laflamme Professional Recruiting Manager Borden Ladner Gervais LLP 613.787.3578 DLaflamme@blg.com We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Everyone at BLG is required to carry out the duties of their role while upholding the important principles of our respectful workplace policies, and treating everyone with respect, regardless of position. At BLG, valuing diversity and inclusion is key to a respectful workplace. BLG is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. *Please note that relatives of current BLG employees and Partners are not eligible for consideration.

Sector: Finance Language Designation: English Essential Language Skill Levels (Read/Write/Speak): ZZZ, CBC Position Status: Permanent Full Time   We’re not your typical government agency Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation (CMHC) exists for a single reason: to make housing affordable for everyone in Canada. We’re mobilizing the expertise and energy of governments, non-profits, lenders, developers, social entrepreneurs and co-ops to create the future of housing. At CMHC, we believe that everyone in Canada should have a place to call home.   Experience a Results-Only Work Environment™ (ROWE™) At CMHC, we trust you to get the job done. We’ve shifted from managing people to managing work. Each employee is 100% autonomous and 100% accountable. You can choose where you need to be and when you need to be there to meet your objectives. You’re in control of your time and are trusted to make the right decisions.       About the role We’re constantly evolving to build an inclusive housing system through research, design, innovation and partnerships. As a member of the Legal Services team, you will provide legal services and advice to clients on the assigned client area relating to all matters of a legal nature relating to the conduct of their business in order to contribute to the overall effectiveness of the Corporation. You will establish and maintain positive on-going relationships with clients in the provision of legal services under tight deadlines and turnaround times to help us make housing affordable for everyone in Canada.   This job competition will be used to staff positions with different salary ranges. A Counsel II position has a salary range of $88,496 - $110,620 and a Senior Counsel position has a salary range of $109,728 - $137,160. Your years of experience will determine which position you will be considered for.     What you will need A commitment to demonstrating CMHC values. Member of the Bar in good standing in a common law and/or civil law province, with working as a Lawyer in private or public sector organizations or law firm. A minimum of 4 years’ experience for the Counsel II position and a minimum of 10 years’ experience for the Senior Counsel position. Demonstrated experience in the areas referenced above based on the position for which you are applying (.i.e. real estate financing or project finance). Demonstrated experience managing multiple files. Demonstrated experience conducting research and analysis. Demonstrated experience in building and maintaining a professional relationship with business partners (external and internal). Strong interpersonal skills including tact and judgement in order to liaise with clients. Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. Excellent analytical and conceptual skills and the ability to interpret and analyze varied complex matters and to explain them to clients in a clear and concise manner. Strong problem solving and decision making skills including the ability to be flexible, creative and innovative to ensure responsiveness to client's needs. Demonstrated ability to conduct research in both the Identifying legal issues, requirements and risks as well as working with clients to develop strategies or approaches for managing these risks and achieving business objectives taking into account legal and business implications. Provide advice on legal implications as well as the legal risks related to a range of policy, program and operational matters. Provide transactional support for direct loans and contributions to projects. Support the legislative monitoring framework by assisting with interpreting changes to provincial and federal legislation. Analyse and interpreting various broad legal issues and jurisprudential developments across many jurisdictions (i.e. Common law, Civil law, provincial, federal and in certain cases international contexts). Develop briefings and correspondence in support of CMHC’s mandate. Traditional and technological environments. Ability to balance the big picture with meeting the day-to-day needs of the organization. Demonstrated ability to work in a team environment.       What you will be doing Identify legal issues, requirements and risks as well as working with clients to develop strategies or approaches for managing these risks and achieving business objectives taking into account legal and business implications. Provide advice on legal implications as well as the legal risks related to a range of policy, program and operational matters. Provide transactional support for direct loans and contributions to projects. Support the legislative monitoring framework by assisting with interpreting changes to provincial and federal legislation. Analyse and interpreting various broad legal issues and jurisprudential developments across many jurisdictions (i.e. Common law, Civil law, provincial, federal and in certain cases international contexts). Develop briefings and correspondence in support of CMHC’s mandate.       Does this sound like you? Click the “apply now” button and create an account (it should take about 30 seconds). We’re excited to hear from you!     Posting closing date on legal job board: July 5 2019 @ 11:59 pm EST (Note, the competition may remain active until filled)

ABOUT GOWLING WLG   At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.   When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it — we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.   Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support staff work together as a team, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.   PROFILE   Working within our Advocacy group with a focus on Administrative & Public Law, the successful candidate will perform full legal administrative work of a responsible and confidential nature for one or more professionals.   RESPONSIBILITIES   Organizing and expediting the flow of work through the professional's practice, initiating any follow-up action as appropriate. Accurately preparing legal documents and correspondence with minimal direction. Transcribing and typing legal documents and correspondence. Liaising between the legal professionals and various internal and external individuals, groups, senior government officials, politicians and clients at all levels. Working proactively in the day to day support of the professional's practice. Using initiative and good judgment to relieve the professional of administrative detail. Managing the professional’s calendar including travel arrangements. Liaising with clients. Preparing, scheduling, and organizing meeting and briefing materials for the professional and file management. Supporting and monitoring billing matters and undertaking of administrative tasks.   QUALIFICATIONS   Administrative Assistant or Legal Administrative Assistant Diploma coupled with a minimum of five years’ experience in a law firm or senior administrative role in the Senate or House of Commons. Knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite. Knowledge of legal practice requirements, related programs and government relations/lobbying, work experience on Parliament Hill, is an asset. Good keyboarding skills are required. Aptitude to take care of clients’ needs in a professional and courteous manner. Capacity to work independently, as well as in a team environment. Strong written, oral and verbal communication skills. Bilingualism (French/English) is an asset. Ability to multi task within a fast paced environment.   Gowling WLG is proud to offer equal employment opportunities.   If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.   While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Reference # MREA_-_07-05-19 Open Date July 5, 2019 Close Date July 26, 2019 Location Ottawa BLG’s Environmental, Municipal, Expropriation and Regulatory Group (EMER) is home to many of Canada’s most highly recognized expropriation, municipal, environmental and regulatory lawyers. Housed within Canada’s largest law firm, this specialized group represents many of Ontario’s municipalities as well as significant public institutions and private corporations. Our Ottawa office is seeking a highly motivated and ambitious lawyer with 3 – 5 years of relevant experience to join our team. The successful candidate will bring their experience to a team of talented and leading lawyers in the highly specialized areas of Municipal, Planning & Expropriation and Commercial Real Estate law. Candidates with strong drafting skills and interest in land use, development and real estate are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to hit the ground running, possess a superior academic record and be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop their skills and career as part of a talented team. With BLG’s national ongoing professional development/legal education program, the successful candidate will obtain advanced training, mentoring and exposure to the firm’s clients while being supported to build their own practice and expertise. This is an ideal position for someone who is a consummate team player, has strong analytical, interpersonal, and oral and written communication skills, takes initiative, and seeks an opportunity to be allowed to further develop beyond their current skill level. If you are interested in joining our law firm, please send your cover letter, résumé, transcripts and list of references by July 26, 2019 , in confidence to: Danielle Laflamme Manager, Professional Recruiting Borden Ladner Gervais LLP 613.787.3578 DLaflamme@blg.com We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Everyone at BLG is required to carry out the duties of their role while upholding the important principles of our respectful workplace policies, and treating everyone with respect, regardless of position. At BLG, valuing diversity and inclusion is key to a respectful workplace. BLG is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. * Please note that relatives of current BLG employees and Partners are not eligible for consideration. Apply Now    

Reporting to the Senior Director, Legal Services and Assistant General Counsel, the Associate Legal Counsel works in a collaborative team and provides strategic and business legal analysis and guidance to Payments Canada. This includes our statutory mandate, legal and regulatory frameworks, and general business matters. This position is a 1 year term. | You’ll be doing things like Supporting Payments Canada by proactively advising on a broad range of legal risks and issues which includes our legislation and rules, banking and payments law, commercial law, intellectual property, and technology. Collaborating with project teams to provide legal support. Participating in Legal division planning to foster an environment of continuous improvement. | You’ll need to have Baccalaureate of Laws (LL.B) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) Member in good standing with the Law Society of Upper Canada (Ontario) Experience in drafting and interpreting legislation, bylaws, rules and standards, and organizational policies Experience in reviewing, drafting, and negotiating contracts Valid criminal records check or eligibility to obtain | It would be great if you had Experience in financial services and with federally-regulated entities Bilingualism (English and French) | What we can offer you Competitive compensation package Health and dental benefits Flexible work arrangements Professional development opportunities Prime downtown locations (Ottawa & Toronto) close to transit and shopping Gym and shower facilities Bike lockers Please submit your application by July 4, 2019. | About us We are a unique organization at the centre of the payments and the legal job board ecosystem and Canadian economy. We are responsible for balancing and leading in an environment of multiple interests, ideas and challenges. We successfully navigate these challenges by adhering to a set of values that in themselves are tensions: Think Big + Act Responsibly, Be Ambitious + Raise the Team, Keep Momentum + Be Rigorous. We are successful as individuals, as teams, as an organization and for our members and stakeholders if we strike to balance these values in all that we do. Payments Canada is committed to having a diverse, representative workforce and continuing to build an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from qualified women, men, visible minorities, aboriginal peoples, and persons with disabilities. All employment decisions are made based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications. We are committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection processes, and a work environment that supports our diverse workforce. Please let us know if you require accommodations at any stage of the recruitment process. We can be reached at hr@payments.ca

The BLG National Leasing Centre is actively recruiting for one or more Associates for its dynamic Commercial Leasing group. Right from the start, with the strength of our people and the BLG brand behind you, you will be part of a creative, multi-disciplinary team.  If you are a lawyer with experience in leasing from in-house or private practice and strong drafting skills, come explore a new career and experience the momentum of BLG. Through our distinctive client-focused approach, you will grow your career working running routine leasing matters for some of the biggest retailers and financial institutions across Canada. This is an ideal position for a lawyer committed to exceeding clients’ goals and changing the future. Top professionals who want to innovate and collaborate should apply. A cover letter, résumé, transcripts and list of references should be sent in confidence to: Danielle Laflamme Manager, Professional Recruiting Borden Ladner Gervais LLP 613.787.3578 DLaflamme@blg.com We thank all applicants for their interest in this position; however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Everyone at BLG is required to carry out the duties of their role while upholding the important principles of our respectful workplace policies, and treating everyone with respect, regardless of position. At BLG, valuing diversity and inclusion is key to a respectful workplace. BLG is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from diverse candidates, including people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. * Please note that relatives of current BLG employees and Partners are not eligible for consideration. Apply Now

It takes a whole team of dedicated lawyers working behind the scenes to help Shopify create a platform that makes commerce better for everyone.  Lawyers on our team must be able to apply their knowledge and experience to novel scenarios to provide the best advice possible in a way that allows Shopify’s business to stay agile and competitive.  Every person on our team is committed to making commerce better for everyone, and it truly shows.   In this role, you will report to our Director, Associate General Counsel, Payments and Financial Services, supporting the Shopify Financial Solutions (Money) Product line. The Money team is responsible for all systems that move money between Shopify, our merchants and their buyers, and Shopify Partners. This includes payment processing, billing, capital advances, account balances and evaluating risk.  Money matters. A lot. This role will have you providing legal support in areas that are absolutely critical to the success of every participant in the Shopify ecosystem.   About You To succeed in this position you will need solid commercial skills, communication skills, the ability to collaborate and work well with others, common sense and grit -- all of which provide you with the ability to extrapolate into new areas of law or new geographies using a combination of your existing knowledge, great instincts, and strong research skills.  You will also have strong negotiating and drafting skills on a variety of different types of agreements. You will be able to synthesize and analyze volumes of information from a variety of sources and come to a business-focused solution. You can quickly re-calibrate, iterate or pivot when faced with new information or changing circumstances.   Success on the Shopify legal team more broadly requires intellect, passion, hard work, humility and a sense of humor. You need to take the work seriously, but not take yourself too seriously. You also need to be comfortable with being uncomfortable, really connect with people, and enjoy working as a team player.     A few things you will need: A J.D. or LL.B Strong commercial drafting skills Relevant legal experience, ideally having started out at a law firm, followed by in-house experience, preferably in the finance or banking space Interest in financial services Strong legal and interpersonal skills History working with cross functional teams from engineering to finance to sales and beyond Experience providing legal counsel on new product developments, including negotiating, drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, drafting terms of service and related policies Experience leading projects and managing multiple priorities, stakeholders and deadlines Experience managing external legal counsel, including in international jurisdictions We look forward to receiving your application! Please include a cover letter and address it to Jodi Golinsky, Associate General Counsel.  She’s looking forward to reading your application and finding someone amazing to join her team.   Please note that this posting will close on July 5th at 5pm EDT.   At Shopify, we are committed to building and fostering an environment where our employees feel included, valued, and heard. Our belief is that a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion enables us to truly make commerce better for everyone. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities.

Description   EDC is Canada’s export credit agency, offering information, knowledge and innovative commercial solutions to help Canadian exporters and investors expand their international business. We take on risk so Canadian businesses can take on the world.   When you join our team, you’ll be helping Canadian companies bring their vision, passion and innovation to the global marketplace. Your knowledge and expertise will support more than 10,000 Canadian companies and their customers in as many as 200 markets worldwide. You’ll work shoulder-to-shoulder with the best and brightest in an inclusive, collaborative environment that fosters professional development and success. And you’ll know that you’re making a difference every day—for companies, for Canada and for the people you work with.   Year after year, EDC has been recognized as a Top 100 and Top Family-Friendly Employer.   Overview   EDC is seeking a team and solution-oriented corporate, commercial lawyer to join its Legal Services division of approximately 27 lawyers who provide a wide range of legal services to the Corporation.    EDC’s Legal Services is a dynamic, client-oriented environment, supporting EDC’s range of activities and services. Legal Services provides legal representation and assistance for all of its product offerings including loans and insurance transactions and knowledge business products. As well, the team supports its procurement and marketing activities.   The successful candidate will provide advice to the Corporation primarily supporting strategic alliance and partnership arrangements, e-commerce initiatives, and marketing and procurement and licensing activities.   Key Responsibilities    Key responsibilities would include the following; however, lawyers are expected to handle a broad range of business needs that may not be fully summarized below: Involvement in all aspects of an undertaking from the development and structuring of a transaction to the negotiation and documenting of the arrangement. Identify issues in file matters requiring consideration of appropriate risk mitigation measures and corporate perspective and knowledge. Draft legal documentation. Provide legal advice on various matters of law pertaining to the activities of EDC, such as EDC's rights and obligations under EDC contracts, interpretation of internal documentation and policies in areas of specialty, advice on authorization and compliance requirements, including interpreting the Export Development Act, the Financial Administration Act and other relevant statutes. Retain and supervise the services of outside counsel (both foreign and domestic). Review and comment on outside counsel's documents and advice, relating to undertakings in which the Corporation is or proposes to become involved. Proactively support the Corporation, the legal and business teams through collaboration and team work. Qualifications   Screening Criteria  Undergraduate degree in Law or related discipline Applicants must be licensed by a Canadian provincial bar and in good standing to practice law as a barrister and solicitor in any Canadian province or territory Minimum of 5 years of relevant commercial experience having regard to the position described above Strong communication skills (written and verbal), including strong drafting skills Demonstrated ability to multitask and to be able to manage a high volume of tasks and transactions effectively and efficiently Working knowledge of legal services principles and practices  Skills and Knowledge Strong creative and critical thinking skills to apply to a variety of complex issues and to provide advanced solutions Proactive lawyering and risk mitigation skills acquired in a commercially oriented, dynamic environment Strong judgment and decision-making qualities, and collaborative in soliciting the input of others, both within the legal team and outside the team where appropriate Strong influencing and negotiation skills to deal with conflicting and complex areas Strong interpersonal and relationship management skills Strong planning and project management skills Assets  Functional knowledge of Procurement, Privacy, CASL and E-Commerce laws and procurement contracts including software licensing agreements together with knowledge of market or best practices for these types of contracts Bilingual in both official languages (English and French)  Salary Range   $102,000 - $154,000  Location  Ottawa  How to apply   Only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.   Application deadline: June 14, 2019, 11:59 p.m. EST on www.edc.ca/careers    EDC is committed to employment equity and actively encourages applications from women, Aboriginal people, persons with disabilities and visible minorities. If selected for an interview, please advise us if you require special accommodation.   Candidates must meet the requisite government security screening requirements.