Municipal Law Partner Jobs

Description

Our client is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Lawyer or Partner to join their reputable law firm located in Goderich, Ontario.

Experience in Municipal Law, the successful candidate will have a minimum of 10 years of experience in the field, specifically in areas such as litigation, prosecutions, and expropriation. This role offers an opportunity to lead and manage a diverse range of legal matters related to municipal law, including but not limited to bylaw drafting and review, county claims, procurement, building code issues, civil litigation, municipal liability, real estate matters, corporate/commercial agreements, administrative tribunal appearances, non-union employment matters, county council involvement, and environmental and planning issues.

Responsibilities Include But Are Not Limited To

• Provide legal guidance and support in procurement processes, including drafting and reviewing contracts and agreements.
• Assist clients with building code matters, including compliance issues and disputes.
• County Council and Committees:
• Represent clients before administrative tribunals such as the Ontario Land Tribunal (OLT), Ontario Energy Board (OEB), Landlord and Tenant Board (LTB), and Assessment Review Board (ARB).
• County Claims:
• Bylaw Drafting and Review:
• Municipal Liability, Assessment, and Support:
• Building Code Issues:
• Advise clients on environmental regulations and planning issues, ensuring compliance with applicable laws.
• Environmental and Planning Issues:
• Participate in county council meetings and committees, providing legal advice and support on relevant matters.
• Provide legal counsel and support in non-union employment matters, including contracts, policies, and disputes.
• Draft and review municipal bylaws, ensuring compliance with relevant legislation and addressing local government needs.
• Procurement - Contracts and Agreements:
• Non-union Employment Matters:
• Appearing Before Administrative Tribunals:
• Represent clients in civil litigation matters, including court proceedings, arbitration, and mediation.
• Handle legal matters related to county claims, including assessing, negotiating, and managing claims filed against the municipality.
• Civil Litigation:
• Assist clients in negotiating, drafting, and closing corporate and commercial agreements, ensuring compliance with legal requirements.
• Handle legal aspects of real estate matters, including construction liens, expropriations, subdivision agreements, and site plan control.
• Advise on municipal liability issues, property assessment matters, and provide support to municipal clients.
• Corporate/Commercial Agreement Negotiation, Drafting, and Closing:
• Real Estate Matters:

Requirements

Qualifications and Requirements:

• Willingness to contribute to the growth and success of the firm.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Proven expertise in the areas of bylaw drafting and review, county claims, procurement, building code issues, civil litigation, municipal liability, real estate matters, corporate/commercial agreements, administrative tribunal appearances, non-union employment matters, county council involvement, and environmental and planning issues.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in municipal law, with a focus on litigation, prosecutions, and expropriation.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• High level of professionalism, ethics, and confidentiality.
• LL.B./J.D. degree from an accredited law school.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to mentor and supervise junior lawyers and support staff.

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