Why work at Freshslice?
- We are Canada’s #1 Pizza by the slice & fastest-growing Franchise.
- We are expanding rapidly and have 10,000+ applicants looking to buy a Freshslice Franchise. We have a very unique, sharp system & need your help to get ready for this growth.
Freshslice Pizza, headquartered in Burnaby, BC, is seeking an experienced In-House Litigation Lawyer to work on a range of litigation matters with a focus on Franchise Law. The ideal candidate will have 1+ years of litigation and Supreme Court trial experience.
Responsibilities:
- Work on a broad range of litigation matters with a focus on franchise law, including reviewing, drafting, and negotiating franchise agreements, disclosure documents, and other related documents.
- Conduct legal research and analysis on franchise-related matters.
- Provide strategic legal advice to the company on all aspects of Canadian Franchise Disclosure Documents and Franchise Agreements, as well as provincial Supreme Court civil procedural rules and practices.
- Act as a key legal resource to the company's various business departments, providing advice on legal risks and ensuring that business objectives are achieved within legal and regulatory frameworks.
- Effectively manage a caseload of complex litigation matters from inception to resolution, handling pleadings, motions, discovery, and trial preparation.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve business objectives and manage risks effectively.
- Stay up-to-date with changes in relevant laws and regulations and ensure that company practices are aligned with legal requirements.
Requirements:
- A minimum of 1 year of Litigation and Supreme Court Trial experience.
- Strong understanding of Canadian Franchise Disclosure Documents, Franchise Agreements, and provincial Supreme Court civil procedural rules and practices.
- Excellent research and writing skills, with the ability to prepare clear, concise, and well-reasoned legal opinions and memoranda.
- Strong business acumen and legal judgment, with the ability to identify and manage legal risks effectively.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively.
- Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and deal effectively with senior management, peers, and support staff.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to legal problem-solving.
- Strong sense of urgency and the ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
- Willingness to learn and understand the company's various business departments and drive results.