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Associates / Lawyers (Mid-level) – Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions, Securities, Technology and Privacy

We are seeking highly motivated mid-level corporate lawyers to join our Corporate Group in our growing Montreal Office. As a member of this group, you will work on a broad range of complex transactions representing diverse and sophisticated clients from both the public and private sectors. In this role, you will be required to work proactively and assist in the drafting and negotiating of purchase agreements and related transactional documents, as well as advise clients on commercial law matters.

The ideal candidates will have the following credentials:

Experience requirements:

• Between three (3) to five (5) years of relevant experience in private practice or solid in-house experience primarily focused on commercial transactions, including mergers and acquisitions
• Experience drafting and negotiating commercial technology and intellectual property focused agreements is a valuable asset
• Knowledge in securities, corporate finance, information technology, privacy and/or regulatory compliance is an asset

Education and qualifications:

• Bachelor of Laws
• Strong academic record
• Member of the Quebec Bar in good standing

Required skills:

• Excellent legal mind
• Fully bilingual (English and French)
• Consummate team player
• Commitment to excellence
• Strong analytical, communication and drafting skills

The successful candidates will have the opportunity to develop their career and skills as part of a growing practice and office that fosters an entrepreneurial spirit, with freedom and flexibility, as well as ongoing support through training and mentoring to ensure a rapid professional development. Our firm offers a collegial work environment, wonderful work life balance, competitive compensation package and platform.

Interested applicants should send a cover letter, resume and law school transcripts to:

Chanelle Desrosiers-Stewart, Director, Associates & Student Programs, Montreal Office
E-mail: desrosiersstewartc@bennettjones.com
Bennett Jones LLP
900 Boulevard de Maisonneuve W, Suite 1800
Montreal, QC H3A 0A8
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