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As one of Canada’s top business law firms, Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes) provides exceptional legal services to leading businesses in Canada and around the world.

We focus on building long-term relationships with clients. We do this by staying true to our Guiding Principles and providing unparalleled client service and the highest standard of legal advice, always informed by the business context.

Thanks to our clients, Blakes was ranked as having the leading law firm brand in Acritas’ Canadian Law Firm Index 2016. This is the second time we have received this recognition. Blakes was also named Canada Law Firm of the Year for the eighth consecutive year in the Who’s Who Legal Awards 2016 and the top-ranked Canadian firm in Chambers Global: The World’s Leading Lawyers for Business 2016. In 2015, we were named one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. for the fifth time and selected as one of the most innovative law firms in the BTI Brand Elite.

Many of our lawyers are also recognized as leaders in their respective fields, evidenced by the fact that they are continually recommended in The Canadian Legal Lexpert Directory, Canada’s leading guide to lawyers, in almost every category of law.

Serving a diverse national and international client base, our integrated network of 11 offices worldwide provides clients with access to the Firm’s full spectrum of capabilities in virtually every area of business law. Whether an issue is local or multi-jurisdictional, practice-area specific or interdisciplinary, Blakes handles transactions of all sizes and levels of complexity.

Blakes also enthusiastically invests in the communities where we live and work — from pro bono work to supporting diversity, women's initiatives and the environment.

Since our founding in 1856, we’ve been on a constant quest to define best practices in professional services by delivering leading legal solutions to our clients worldwide.

Find out about the Firm's Tradition of Excellence.

For more information about Blakes, please contact us.

1 job(s) at Blakes

Technology Counsel
Blakes Toronto, Ontario, Canada
Mar 06, 2026
Full time
If you are looking to refresh this job posting to make it more engaging while maintaining the prestige of Blakes , here is an "original" version that leans into a modern, professional, and slightly more energetic tone. Associate, Technology Law | Blakes (Toronto Office) Navigate the Future of Tech with Canada’s Leading Team. At Blake, Cassels & Graydon LLP (Blakes) , we don’t just follow the technology landscape—we help define its legal boundaries. For over twenty years, our Technology practice group has been the steady hand guiding clients through the high-stakes peaks and valleys of digital transformation. We are currently looking for a high-caliber Associate with a passion for innovation to join our award-winning team in Toronto. The Role & Your Impact As a key member of one of the country’s largest and most diverse technology practices, you will provide actionable, creative counsel on complex transactions, regulatory hurdles, and compliance frameworks. You will work across Canada’s powerhouse industries—from Fintech and Energy to Telecom and Retail—supporting clients at every stage of their technological evolution. Who You Are Experienced: You have a minimum of two years of relevant experience, specifically in drafting and negotiating sophisticated commercial agreements. Credentials: You possess a stellar academic record. Communicator: You have a knack for translating complex legal jargon into clear, strategic advice for both colleagues and clients. Collaborator: You thrive in a high-performance environment that prizes diverse perspectives and team-based problem-solving. Why Blakes? We are more than just a law firm; we are a community. Recognized as one of Canada’s Top 100 Employers and a leader in Diversity and Inclusion , we believe our success is rooted in the growth of our people. We offer: An environment that fosters professional thriving and long-term retention. Exposure to the most complex, "front-page" technology deals in the market. A culture that celebrates inclusive identities and diverse backgrounds. How to Apply Ready to take the next step in your career? Please submit your cover letter, résumé, and all post-secondary transcripts via our [Online Application Portal]. Address your application to: Kari Abrams Director, Legal Personnel & Professional Development, Employment Counsel