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Associate Lawyer – Estates

Duensing Law is a growing boutique law firm in Toronto focused on estates law and residential real estate. Our practice includes estate planning, estate administration and probate, estate litigation, and transactional residential real estate.

We are seeking an Associate Lawyer to join our team. This position is ideal for a lawyer who has experience of at least two years in one of our core practice areas, can manage files independently, and is looking to grow within a modern, and system-driven boutique firm.

Experience in all of our practice areas is not required. If you bring experience in one area, we are prepared to help you develop in the others.

About the Role

The successful candidate will work on matters in one or more of the following areas:

• Estate planning
• Probate and estate administration
• Estate litigation
• Residential real estate purchases, sales, and refinances

Depending on experience and file needs, the role may also include court appearances.

This position can be structured as full-time or part-time, with flexible working hours.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage files independently and responsibly from opening to completion
• Advise clients in one or more of the firm’s practice areas
• Draft legal documents, correspondence, pleadings, and other materials
• Communicate effectively with clients, opposing counsel, court staff, financial institutions, lenders, brokers, and other stakeholders
• Identify issues early and take initiative in moving files forward
• Deliver work product that is accurate, timely, practical, and well organized
• Contribute to the continued growth of the firm through initiative, relationship-building, and business development

Qualifications

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario
• Experience of at least two years in one of the firm’s practice areas:
• Ability to manage files with a meaningful degree of independence
• Strong drafting, organizational, and client communication skills
• Sound professional judgment and a proactive approach to practice

Preferred Attributes

We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate:

• Ownership and accountability
• A business development mindset
• An entrepreneurial approach to practice
• Professionalism and sound judgment
• Curiosity and a willingness to learn new practice areas
• Compassion and respect in dealing with clients, families, colleagues, and third parties

About Duensing Law

Duensing Law is building a modern boutique practice defined by:

• Integrity
• Compassion and respect
• Curiosity
• Trusted advisor relationships
• Community involvement

We are looking for someone who wants more than a conventional associate role. This is an opportunity to join a growing firm, develop your practice, and make a meaningful contribution to our long-term growth.

Compensation and Benefits

• Compensation based on a percentage of collected billings
• Flexible working hours, on a full-time or part-time basis
• Health and dental benefits
• Hybrid work arrangement

How to Apply

Please submit your résumé and cover letter to info@duensinglaw.com with the subject line:

Associate Lawyer Application – [Your Name]

In your cover letter, please briefly address:

• the practice area or areas in which you already have experience
• why you are interested in this opportunity
• how you have demonstrated ownership, initiative, or business development in your work to date

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Toronto, ON M5G 2M2