Careers

Current Opportunities

• Family Law Lawyer (Fergus)

  We are currently looking for one or more lawyers to join and grow our Fergus office.  In particular, we are looking for lawyer(s) with experience in the area(s) of Family Law.

  The successful candidate will:

  • Possess 3+ years’ relevant experience from a reputable Canadian law firm;
  • Be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario;
  • Have a strong business acumen and interpersonal skills;

  • Be experienced in a broad range of family law matters including negotiation, settlement, drafting, court appearances etc.; and
  • Work with clients directly and with minimal direction.

  Our competitive compensation packages, collegial atmosphere, many firm social events, innovative vision and the ongoing growth of our team, make SorbaraLaw a great place to work.

   

  Apply with confidence.

• Real Estate Law Clerk - Full-Time, Permanent (Waterloo, ON)

  We are currently expanding our development group and looking for a Real Estate Law Clerk with minimum of 2-5 years of experience to join our team.

  Key responsibilities:

  • Ability to create, organize and maintains physical files;
  • Ability to create, organize and maintains electronic files in online database;
  • Ability to administer deposits;
  • Ability to generate and review reports as required;
  • Directly communicates with clients and other lawyers offices;
  • Ability to draft and amend correspondence upon direction;
  • Ability to draft and prepare closing documentation; and
  • Prepare reporting letters and accounts to clients.
  • Successful candidates must demonstrate the following:
  • Excellent organization and time-management skills;
  • Ability to work well under pressure;
  • Ability to work independently, accurately and efficiently on multiple files;
  • Ability to meet deadlines while balancing different priorities;
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Conveyancer and Teraview;
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills; and
  • Strong attention to detail.

   

  To apply in confidence, please forward your resume and cover letter to careers@sorbaralaw.com

   

• Litigation Lawyer

  We are currently seeking a lawyer with minimum of five to ten years of litigation experience to work on a broad range of litigation matters including commercial disputes, construction claims and title insurance defence. The successful candidate will work primarily out of our Waterloo office.

  Desired qualities include strong technical and analytical skills, and ability to handle files independently, good interpersonal and client development skills, a personable and practical approach, and an ability to work closely with clients. The successful candidate will be expected to retain and help build our excellent client base. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at a progressive mid-sized firm in collegial environment within an engaging community.

  The right applicant will receive a competitive compensation package including benefits.

  Applications will be held in confidence. Please send us your resume and letter of introduction.

  Only applicants who are invited to an interview will be contacted. 

  To apply in confidence, please forward your resume to careers@sorbaralaw.com

• Corporate/Commercial Lawyer (Markham)

  The successful candidates will:

  • Possess 3+ years’ experience with a reputable Ontario law firm;
  • Be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario;
  • Speak Mandarin fluently (beneficial but not essential);
  • Have a strong business acumen and interpersonal skills;
  • Have the ability to manage a team and take on leadership roles;
  • Have some meaningful experience in corporate and commercial law or immigration law; and
  • Be able to work with clients directly and with minimal direction.

  Serious consideration will be given to candidates with experience in or a willingness to practice in the area of immigration law.

  Our competitive compensation packages, accommodating and welcoming atmosphere, innovative vision and opportunities for growth make SorbaraLaw a great place to work.

  To apply in confidence, please forward your resume to careers@sorbaralaw.com

• Family Law Lawyer (Markham)

  The successful candidate will:

  • Be a member in good standing with the Law Society of Ontario;
  • Have a strong business acumen, as well as technical and analytical skills;
  • Have strong interpersonal and client development skills;
  • Have the ability to handle files independently; and
  • Have the ability to work within a team environment.

  The successful candidate will be expected to retain and help build our excellent client base. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work at a progressive mid-sized firm in collegial environment within an engaging community. Our competitive compensation packages, accommodating and welcoming atmosphere, innovative vision and opportunities for growth make SorbaraLaw a great place to work. The right applicant will receive a competitive compensation package including benefits.

  Applications will be held in confidence. Please send us your resume and letter of introduction. A writing sample may be requested for candidates who are selected for an interview. Only applicants who are invited to an interview will be contacted.

  Please email your application to rbaker@sorbaralaw.com.