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En tant qu'avocate de litige, vous interviendrez principalement dans le cadre de recours en demande, en prenant en charge de maniere proactive des dossiers litigieux des leur ouverture jusqu'a leur resolution, sous la supervision d'associees et d'avocates senior, tout en developpant progressivement une autonomie dans la conduite strategique des dossiers, la gestion de la preuve et la representation des interets des clients devant les tribunaux de droit commun et les instances specialisees, incluant notamment dans le cadre d'actions collectives et de processus d'arbitrage.

Vous evoluerez au sein d'une equipe dynamique de litige reconnue pour son approche rigoureuse, strategique et axee sur les resultats, et participerez activement a la gestion et au developpement de dossiers complexes, notamment en matiere de responsabilite civile, de droit des assurances, de litige de construction, ainsi que dans le secteur automobile.

Dans ce role, vous serez au cur de la strategie contentieuse, notamment par l'analyse approfondie des faits et des enjeux juridiques, la formulation des theories du dossier, la preparation des procedures introductives et des demandes accessoires, ainsi que la mise en uvre d'approches efficaces visant le recouvrement ou l'indemnisation des prejudices subis, en collaboration etroite avec les clients, les experts et les autres intervenants du dossier.

Ce poste fait partie d'une famille d'emplois professionnels juridiques.

En raison de la structure pancanadienne et mondiale du cabinet d'avocats Clyde & Co, nos avocat.e.s seront tres frequemment appelees a collaborer et a interagir avec des clients anglophones residant tant au Canada qu'a l'etranger, et doivent etre en mesure de fournir en anglais des services juridiques complexes, incluant la redaction de procedures et de memoires, la formulation d'opinions juridiques et la tenue d'interrogatoires, dans un environnement pleinement bilingue.

Vos responsabilites

• Mener et gerer des litiges en equipe avec les associees et avocates de Clyde & Co, de meme qu'avec les clients;
• Fournir des conseils et avis juridiques dans des domaines varies, notamment en droit de la construction, droit des assurances, responsabilite civile et professionnelle, entre autres;
• Travailler etroitement avec les experts pour preparer et exposer la position des clients;
• Comprendre et synthetiser des questions parfois plus complexes, tant sur les aspects legaux, factuels que techniques;
• Preparer et mener des interrogatoires parfois seule ou en equipe;
• Rediger des procedures, memoires et autres demandes a la Cour;
• Presenter et plaider tout type de requetes et demandes a la Cour, et participer a des mediations et des proces;
• S'acquitter d'autres responsabilites en lien avec ce role ou suite a l'emergence de nouvelles priorites d'affaires.

Vos competences et votre experience

• Diplome en droit civil d'une universite reconnue;
• Membre en regle du Barreau du Quebec;
• 2 a 4 ans d'experience pertinente en litige, en particulier dans les domaines du droit de l'assurance, de la construction, du litige commercial et de la responsabilite professionnelle;
• Aptitudes marquees pour la communication et les relations interpersonnelles, avec une tres bonne maitrise de l'anglais et du francais, tant a l'oral qu'a l'ecrit, ainsi qu'un excellent dossier academique et professionnel;
• Sens aguerri de l'organisation, de meme qu'au plan de l'analyse et de la synthese;
• Excellents jugement et raisonnement juridique;
• Integrite, grande rigueur et souci du detail;
• Talent de negociateur et sens des affaires;
• Habiletes en ce qui a trait au developpement de strategies;
• Aisance a developper des liens de confiance avec les clients et autres partenaires externes, le cas echeant, de meme qu'avec les associees, les autres avocates et le personnel du cabinet a tous les niveaux;
• Esprit d'equipe et de collaboration.

Pourquoi se joindre a nous?

Chez Clyde&Cie, nous croyons a l'importance de soutenir votre developpement professionnel tout en vous offrant la flexibilite et les avantages dont vous avez besoin pour vous epanouir. Voici les avantages que nous offrons:

• Flexibilite de travail hybride- Tirez parti d'un parfait equilibre travail-vie personnelle, que ce soit a distance ou au bureau.
• Conges remuneres flexibles- Les avocates disposent de la latitude necessaire pour utiliser leurs conges remuneres selon leurs besoins, en exercant leur jugement professionnel.
• Bonis relies au rendement- En plus des bonis annuels etablis en fonction du rendement, notre regime de primes mensuelles vous offre la possibilite de gagner jusqu'a 2000$ par mois.
• Primes de recommandation- Beneficiez de primes avantageuses en recommandant des talents a notre equipe.
• Mentorat et developpement de carriere- Beneficiez d'un mentorat de qualite, de programmes de formation a l'international et d'un soutien au developpement de carriere.
• Culture mobilisatrice- Prenez part a des evenements sociaux stimulants, a des initiatives de benevolat et de service communautaire, et profitez d'occasions de developpement professionnel.
• Conge parental inclusif- Beneficiez de six mois de conge parental entierement remunere, sans egard au genre ou au chemin vers la parentalite.
• Programme mondial de mobilite interne- Prenez part a des evenements clients en Amerique du Nord et explorez nos bureaux a l'international.
• Developpement de carriere: Faites avancer votre carriere grace a des formations et des programmes de perfectionnement pour les avocates aux echelles regionale et mondiale.
• Regime complet de soins de sante- Soins medicaux, dentaires et de la vue pour vous et les membres admissibles de votre famille.
• Assurance invalidite complete- Plan complet d'invalidite de courte duree et plan d'invalidite de longue duree bonifie.

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As a litigation lawyer, you will be primarily involved in prosecuting claims, proactively managing contentious files from their opening through to resolution, under the supervision of partners and senior lawyers, while progressively developing autonomy in the strategic conduct of cases, evidence management, and the representation of clients' interests before courts of general jurisdiction and specialized tribunals, including in the context of class actions and arbitration proceedings.

You will work within a dynamic litigation team, recognized for their rigorous, strategic, and results-driven approach. You will actively contribute to the management and development of complex cases, particularly in the areas of civil liability, insurance law, construction litigation, as well as in the automotive sector.

In this role, you will be at the heart of litigation strategy, notably through in-depth analysis of the facts and legal issues, the development of case theories, the preparation of originating proceedings and ancillary motions, and the implementation of effective approaches aimed at recovery or compensation for damages suffered, in close collaboration with clients, experts, and other stakeholders involved in the file.

This is a fee earner position which is part of a professional job family.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct and manage litigation files as part of the team of Clyde & Co partner(s) and lawyer(s) as well as with clients.
• Provide counsel and legal advice in various fields, particularly construction, civil and professional liability, amongst others.
• Work closely with experts to prepare and present clients' positions.
• Understand and summarize issues that can be complex in legal as well as factual and technical matters.
• Prepare and lead examinations on discovery sometimes alone or as part of a team.
• Draft proceedings, petitions, factums and other applications to the Court.
• Introduce and defend all types of petitions and applications to the Court and participate in mediation and trials.
• Fulfil other responsibilities relating to this role or resulting from the emergence of new business priorities.

Essential Skills & Experience

• Degree in civil law from a reputable university.
• Member in good standing of the Barreau du Quebec.
• 2 to 4 years of relevant litigation experience, particularly insurance law, construction, commercial litigation and professional liability.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with fluency in both spoken and written English and French as well as an outstanding academic and professional record.
• Excellent organization, analysis and summarization skills.
• Sound judgement and legal reasoning.
• Integrity, rigor and attention to detail.
• Talent for negotiation and business acumen.
• Abilities in strategy development.
• Ability to develop trusted connections with clients and other external stakeholders, when applicable, as well as with partners, other lawyers and all levels of firm staff.
• Collaborative team spirit.

Why Join Us?

At Clyde & Co, we believe in supporting your professional growth while ensuring you have the flexibility and benefits you need to thrive. Here's what you can look forward to:

• Hybrid Work Flexibility - Enjoy a perfect balance between remote and in-office work.
• Flexible Paid Time Off - Attorneys are trusted to use their professional judgment to take paid time off as needed.
• Performance Bonuses - In addition to annual performance-based bonuses, our monthly bonus plan gives you the opportunity to earn up to $2,000 per month!
• Referral Rewards - Earn generous bonuses for introducing talented colleagues to our team.
• Mentorship & Career Growth - Access strong mentorship, global training programs, and career development support.
• Engaging Culture - Participate in exciting social events, volunteer and community service initiatives, and professional development opportunities.
• Inclusive Parental Leave - Six months fully paid, for all parents regardless of gender or path to parenthood.
• Global Mobility Program - Participate in client-facing events across North America and explore our international offices.
• Career Development: Access regional and global associate training and career development programs.
• Comprehensive Health Benefits - Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your family.
• Robust Disability Coverage - Comprehensive short-term and enhanced long-term disability plans.

The Firm

When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 500 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

Our Commitment

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity. Learn more about our interview process.

A Note on Privacy

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This is the job description as constituted at present; however, Clyde & Co reserves the right to reasonably amend it in accordance with the changing needs of the business.