Corporate/Commercial Lawyer (Bilingual) - Litigation an asset

<p><strong>Job Title: Corporate/Commercial Lawyer (Bilingual) – Litigation an asset</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Lexcial Legal – 4634 Sainte-Catherine O, H3Z 1S3, Westmount </p><p><strong>Position Type:</strong> Full-time / Permanent </p><p><strong>Start Date</strong>: As of September 7th, 2026</p><p><strong>Perfectly bilingual Associate Lawyer – Corporate/Commercial (Litigation experience an asset) with a book of business of at least $50,000 per year </strong></p><p><strong>Job Summary</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Location:</strong> Westmount Office (In-person)</li><li><strong>Experience Level:</strong> Approx. 2-5 yrs </li><li><strong>Remuneration:</strong> Highly competitive market rate with bonus or commission compensation available </li></ul><p><strong>About Us</strong> Lexical Legal is a rapidly expanding, small law firm situated in Westmount committed to professional excellence and legal solutions. With a team of highly specialized professionals and paralegals, our firm delivers top advocacy and counsel across a range of legal sectors, but primarily corporate/commercial law. </p><p>We distinguish ourselves in today's highly competitive market through an unwavering pursuit of excellence and honesty, combining innovative legal and practical strategies with qualified technical, professional, and human resources to serve our expanding clientele.</p><p><strong>Position Summary</strong> </p><p>To support our strategic growth, our office is currently seeking a talented and motivated Associate Lawyer with approximately 2-5 years of practice experience. The successful candidate will join our dynamic team, to manage sophisticated files and advise clients primarily in the following core areas:</p><ul><li>Corporate and commercial law, including M & A work and drafting of different contracts</li><li>Civil and Commercial Litigation (an asset if candidate possesses these qualities as well)</li></ul><p><strong>Candidate Profile & Requirements</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Education & Credentials:</strong> Holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. / B.C.L.) and is a member in good standing of the <em>Barreau du Québec</em>.</li><li><strong>Professional Experience:</strong> Approximately 2-5 years of relevant practice experience in corporate and commercial law (if with litigation being an asset).</li><li><strong>Autonomy & Collaboration:</strong> Capable of managing files independently from inception to resolution, while demonstrating the professional judgment to collaborate and leverage team expertise when appropriate.</li><li><strong>Bilingualism:</strong> Full professional proficiency and absolute mastery of both French and English (written and spoken) is essential to seamlessly serve our mainly corporate clientele.</li><li><strong>Professional Rigor:</strong> Outstanding legal drafting and writing skills, meticulous attention to detail, and exceptional organizational capabilities.</li></ul><p><strong>What We Offer</strong></p><ul><li>An attractive base salary that is highly competitive within the current market.</li><li>A stimulating and collaborative work environment located in Westmount, close to Vendome metro.</li><li>Continuous opportunities for professional development and career advancement and to work with seasoned attorneys.<br></li></ul>

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