Legal Counsel, Litigation

Are you a litigation lawyer looking to join an in-house legal team without saying goodbye to your courtroom practice before judges, arbitrators, or mediators?
As Legal Counsel, Prevention, Dispute Resolution and Litigation as part of Pomerleau’s Ontario-Atlantic team, you will play a pivotal role in the future success of one of Canada’s largest construction companies in one of its fastest growing markets.

In this role, you will manage a wide range of complex legal matters throughout Ontario and the Atlantic region, and will provide strategic legal advice in support of Pomerleau and its subsidiaries’ operations, including representation before the courts in complex, stimulating matters while supporting large-scale construction projects ranging from $1.5 million to over $1 billion in value.

The position may be based in Toronto or Ottawa. What you will do

• Support projects with all manner of course of construction legal issues and disputes;
• Draft pleadings, conduct examinations, review expert reports, and prepare for and represent Pomerleau at trials and hearings before judicial courts, administrative tribunals, and arbitration panels;
• Provide legal advice and strategic support to management and project teams on a wide range of legal issues impacting the company’s operations;
• Draft and review notices, legal opinions, and other correspondence required to preserve the company’s rights on active projects, including notices of claim, disputes, mediations, and arbitrations;
• Lead settlement discussions, including settlement conferences and mediations;
• Liaise, as required, with external legal counsel on matters such as complex commercial disputes, occupational health and safety, bankruptcy and insolvency, environmental, and other specialized legal issues;
• Perform other related duties involving legal matters affecting the operations of the company and its subsidiaries.

This role could be for you if you have

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. or J.D.) and active membership in the Law Society of Ontario. Candidates may be based in Toronto or Ottawa
• 2-5 years of litigation experience;
• Solid knowledge of construction law (an asset);
• Demonstrated initiative, autonomy, versatility, and a strong team-oriented mindset;
• Ability to quickly grasp complex issues and collaborate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders at all levels;
• Strong analytical skills with a solution-oriented approach;
• Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills;
• On occasion, travel may be required. • RRSP with up to 5% employer matching

• Hybrid work model for corporate roles
• Employee stock ownership program
• Career growth through real development opportunities
• Transit pass reimbursement — get to work for free
• Minimum 4 weeks of vacation from day one

For the past six years, we've proudly held the distinction of being one of Canada's Top 100 Employers. The expected compensation range posted for this role applies to available work locations in Ontario and/or British Columbia. Offered compensation may vary from the posted range based on a candidate’s relevant skills, experience, qualifications, geographic location, and the final job for which they are hired.

Please view this job on Pomerleau’s official Career Site if the posted compensation range is unavailable on a third‑party job board. Pomerleau is a national leader in construction, delivering major projects across Canada. We believe in creating a workplace where people feel respected, supported, and empowered to grow. Our culture is built on collaboration, trust, and a shared commitment to doing great work. If this speaks to you, apply for this role or connect with one of our recruiters to learn how we can support you throughout the process.