Job Description
Fasken is seeking a highly motivated associate to join our Toronto Tax Group. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated interest in income tax, commodity tax and/or tax litigation.
At Fasken, Success Means - Having a strong client service approach – you’re ready, willing, and able to put our clients first and exceed their expectations
- Caring about one another – you possess strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build harmonious working relationships within your immediate team, across other departments in the firm, and the community
- Working collaboratively – you’re a self starter who values working in a collaborative team based environment
- Possessing exceptional communication skills (both verbal and written) when dealing with lawyers, clients, staff and third parties
- Approaching your work with agility and the willingness to learn and utilise new technology
- Being adaptable to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment while being organized and maintaining accuracy with a high attention to detail
- Demonstrating strong research, investigative and problem solving skills with the ability to exercise judgement to resolve issues
- Treating sensitive and confidential matters with discretion and diplomacy at all times
Primary Responsibilities - Provide expert legal counsel on a wide range of tax matters
- Represent clients in tax disputes and negotiations
- Conduct thorough legal research and analysis
- Draft and review legal documents and agreements
- Collaborate with other practice areas to deliver integrated legal solutions
Required Knowledge And Experience - Admission to the Ontario bar in 2023 or prior
- Strong knowledge of Canadian tax law
- Completion of or enrollment in the CPA Canada In-Depth Tax course and/or the CBA Tax Law for Lawyers Conference
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
- Superior written and verbal communication abilities
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a team
Diversity and Inclusion At Fasken we believe a diverse workplace is comprised of individuals with unique backgrounds, characteristics and qualities. An inclusive workplace creates an equitable environment where individuals are respected and where they are welcome. Fasken is committed to diversity and inclusion in all that we do.
Accessibility and Accommodation It is important to our Firm that all its members, including those with disabilities, find our workplace to be welcoming and supportive. Reasonable accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Background and Reference Checks Any offer of employment may be conditional upon references and full background checks including a criminal record check, a credit check, employment and educational verifications.
Your Application We appreciate hearing from all qualified candidates, however, only those applicants whose background and experience match our requirements will be contacted.
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