Becoming a Taylor McCaffrey LLP Lawyer

Who We Are

Taylor McCaffrey LLP is one of Manitoba’s leading law firms with a team of approximately 60 lawyers practising in over 18 industries and 80 practice areas. Supported by a team of over 90 support staff, our lawyers provide responsive service and strategic, practical legal advice tailored to our clients’ business objectives.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a mid-level corporate commercial associate with 3-9 years of post-call experience to join our growing business law practice. The successful candidate will bring strong transactional experience, sound judgment and excellent drafting skills. This role offers the opportunity to manage files with increasing autonomy, work directly with clients and contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team.

Key Responsibilities

• Commercial Transactions: Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements and transaction document. Depending on experience, the associate may support or lead components of share and asset purchase transactions, corporate reorganizations, financings, real estate conveyances and due diligence. Experience in every area listed is not required.
• Client Advice: Provide timely, practical and business-oriented legal advice to clients across diverse industries, including identifying legal and commercial risks and recommending workable solutions.
• File and Transaction Management: Manage files from initial instructions through closing or completion, with appropriate supervision, while coordinating deadlines, maintaining clear client communication and delivering consistently high-quality work.

Required Experience & Qualifications

• 3-9 years of corporate/commercial experience.
• Demonstrated ability to draft, review, negotiate, and structure commercial agreements and transactions.
• A solid grounding in corporate commercial law and/or real estate law, including transactional M&A work and corporate governance.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Manitoba (or eligible for admission).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to build and maintain trusted client relationships.
• Sound judgment, attention to detail and the ability to manage competing priorities.

Who Will Thrive in this Role

This position is well suited for a lawyer who:

• Wants to deepen their corporate commercial expertise in a supportive, high-performing firm.
• Enjoys a varied practice that combines transactional matters with ongoing advisory relationships.
• Is ready to assume greater responsibility, develop client relationships and contribute to the continued growth of the practice.

How to Apply

Please submit your application to associatescommittee@tmlawyers.com

Taylor McCaffrey LLP  is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all firm members.

Reasonable accommodations are available during our assessment and selection processes. Applicants who require an accommodation are encouraged to let us know.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Taylor McCaffrey LLP
2200– 201 Portage Avenue Ave
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 3L3
Phone: 204-949-1312
Website: www.tmlawyers.com
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/company/taylor-mccaffrey-llp
Instagram: @TM_Lawyers

Qualified candidates can submit their resume via email to:
associatescommittee@tmlawyers.com