# Litigation Lawyer > POWERGROUP Resources · Hamilton, Canada (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-01 **Salary:** CAD 140,000–165,000 **Workplace:** hybrid ## Description Findlay Lawyers is an established Hamilton-based plaintiff litigation firm seeking an entrepreneurial, down-to-earth, detail-oriented, and proactive lawyer to join our growing practice.  While our foundation has been in plaintiff personal injury litigation, we continue to expand our practice and are seeking a lawyer with experience across various areas of law including real estate, will & estates, estate litigation and employment law. This is an excellent opportunity for a lawyer who enjoys autonomy, strong client relationships, and the ability to help shape and grow a broader practice.  We are committed to providing outstanding legal services to our clients and empowering our team with the support and flexibility needed to succeed.  This posting reflects a current hiring need for our client. We use AI-assisted tools to help review resumes and identify potential candidate matches, however all hiring decisions are made by our team and the client directly. **Key responsibilities include:** - _**Employment Law Advisory & Workplace Support**_  - Advise employer and employee clients on employment standards, human rights, workplace policies, accommodation obligations, privacy matters, discipline, terminations, and related compliance issues   - Draft employment agreements, independent contractor agreements, restrictive covenants, workplace policies, and related employment documentation   - Support workplace investigations, accommodation matters, disability management, and return-to-work issues   - Represent clients in wrongful dismissal, constructive dismissal, wage disputes, human rights complaints, and related employment matters   - _**Estates, Probate & Wealth Planning**_  - Advise clients on wills, powers of attorney, trusts, guardianship, estate planning, and related wealth transfer matters   - Support estate administration, probate applications, executor guidance, passing of accounts, and beneficiary matters   - Represent clients in estate disputes, including litigation involving beneficiaries, executors, or contested estates   - Provide practical tax-conscious estate planning guidance where appropriate   - _**Real Estate & Related Transactions**_  - Support residential or related property transactions, title review, contract review, closing coordination, and property transfers   - Assist with property-related legal matters connected to estate administration where applicable   - _**Litigation & Dispute Resolution**_  - Manage personal injury, long-term disability, and other insurance dispute claims   - Assess the validity and scope of client claims   - Drafting and reviewing pleadings, correspondence, mediation briefs, affidavits of documents, motion materials and pre-trial memoranda   - Assist case managers on Accident Benefit matters, progression and EUOs, when needed  - Represent clients in mediations, discoveries, motions, hearings, LAT proceedings, and other court proceedings    - Conduct legal research and provide strategic legal recommendations   - _**Client & Practice Management**_  - Manage all aspects of client engagement, meetings, communication, file progression, and relationship management   - Work collaboratively with internal support staff and case managers   - Prioritize multiple files and deadlines in a fast-paced environment   - Handle sensitive and confidential matters with discretion   - Contribute to the continued growth and diversification of the firm ## Requirements ### Required Qualifications: - LL.B. or J.D. from an accredited law school   - Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario   - 5+ years of relevant legal experience, particularly in litigation   - Strong experience managing litigation files, including motions, mediations, discoveries, and hearings   - Experience in personal injury, long-term disability, wills and estates, estate litigation, real estate, and employment law   - Excellent written and verbal communication skills   - Strong client service orientation, sound judgment, and organizational skills   - Ability to work proactively and collaboratively in a partially remote environment   - French or additional language proficiency considered an asset ## Benefits - Competitive salary of CAD $140,000–$165,000 with bonus opportunities - Group benefits package - Hybrid work environment and flexible work arrangements - Onsite parking - Professional development opportunities - Supportive and collaborative culture ## Apply [Apply at POWERGROUP Resources](https://apply.workable.com/powergroup-resources-1/j/2EE3B32F5D/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)