RAJWANS is seeking an experienced Corporate/Commercial Lawyer to join the firm as Contract Counsel within its Corporate and Commercial practice.
This position is ideal for a lawyer who enjoys the practice of law and wants to assume meaningful responsibility for corporate and commercial matters without the pressures of business development or a traditional large-firm environment.
The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal Lawyer while independently assuming carriage of assigned matters from commencement through completion. The role offers significant autonomy, flexibility and the opportunity to help shape the future direction and growth of the practice.
About the Practice
RAJWANS is a boutique business law practice serving entrepreneurs, privately held corporations, investors and business owners.
The practice focuses on corporate and commercial matters including:
- Corporate reorganizations
- Share and asset purchase transactions
- Shareholder agreements
- Commercial agreements
- Corporate governance
- Corporate maintenance
- Business acquisitions and sales
- General corporate advisory services
The practice emphasizes thoughtful legal analysis, practical solutions and long-term client relationships.
The Opportunity
The successful candidate will assume primary responsibility for assigned corporate and commercial files.
The Principal Lawyer will remain available for strategic guidance, complex legal issues and client relationship support; however, the successful candidate will be expected to independently manage and advance assigned matters on a day-to-day basis.
The successful candidate will not be expected to generate clients or build a personal practice. The firm's focus is on providing excellent legal services while allowing lawyers to concentrate on practising law.
Unlike a traditional associate position, this role is designed for an experienced lawyer seeking a flexible, long-term practice focused on delivering excellent legal work .
The successful candidate will enjoy substantial autonomy and will be trusted to exercise sound professional judgment while working within a collaborative boutique practice.
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will:
- Assume carriage of assigned corporate and commercial matters from commencement through completion.
- Exercise primary responsibility for moving assigned matters forward and determining the next steps required to advance each file efficiently.
- Develop and implement practical legal strategies appropriate for each matter.
- Manage client communications throughout the conduct of the file.
- Maintain responsibility for file organization, workflow management and timely completion of assigned matters.
- Prepare, review and negotiate legal documents and agreements.
- Identify legal issues requiring strategic consultation with the Principal Lawyer.
- Record billable time accurately.
- Participate in billing and file management where appropriate.
- Work collaboratively with a Corporate Law Clerk to ensure matters are completed efficiently and accurately.
- Delegate appropriate work to the Corporate Law Clerk and review completed work.
- Assist in developing efficient workflows and legal precedents for the practice.
Qualifications
The successful candidate must be capable of independently assuming carriage of files with minimal supervision.
The successful candidate should possess:
- Demonstrated experience in corporate and commercial law, including the ability to independently manage files from commencement through completion.
- Excellent drafting skills and practical commercial judgment.
- Excellent analytical ability and sound legal judgment.
- Strong organizational and file management skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to prioritize competing responsibilities.
- A collaborative approach to working with legal support staff.
- A practical, business-oriented approach to client service.
- High professional standards, integrity and reliability.
The Ideal Candidate
The ideal candidate is someone who:
- enjoys taking ownership of legal files;
- is capable of working independently while recognizing when strategic input is appropriate;
- enjoys exercising practical legal judgment and solving complex legal problems;
- values flexibility and autonomy;
- enjoys working collaboratively with and directing a Corporate Law Clerk;
- is interested in helping build a modern and efficient corporate/commercial practice;
- is seeking a long-term professional relationship rather than simply another legal position.
Future Growth
The successful candidate will work closely with the Principal Lawyer in developing the firm's legal support structure.
As the practice develops, the successful candidate will play an important role in helping build the firm's legal team and operational systems, including participating in the selection and supervision of a Corporate Law Clerk.
The objective is to create a collaborative practice where legal judgment, efficient delegation and high-quality client service work together seamlessly.
Work Environment
This position offers:
- Flexible work schedule based on assigned matters rather than fixed office hours.
- Primarily remote work with occasional in-office meetings as required.
- Significant autonomy.
- No expectation to generate clients.
- Interesting and sophisticated corporate and commercial work.
- Opportunity to help shape the next stage of the firm's development.
- A supportive environment where the Principal Lawyer remains available for consultation on significant legal or strategic matters.
Compensation
This is an independent contractor position.
Compensation will be based on an agreed hourly rate and/or agreed fixed fees, depending on the nature of the assigned work. The compensation structure and payment terms will be discussed with the successful candidate.
The workload is expected to grow over time as the practice continues to expand.
Success in this Role
The successful candidate will become the primary lawyer responsible for advancing assigned corporate and commercial matters while working collaboratively with a Corporate Law Clerk and consulting with the Principal Lawyer on significant legal, strategic and client relationship issues.
Success in this role will be measured by the delivery of exceptional legal service through sound judgment, efficient file management and practical solutions for clients.
Benefits:
- Flexible schedule
- Work from home
Work Location: Remote
