Senior General Counsel

Adams Limitless is supporting an award-winning residential developer/builder as it expands its in-house legal team to support its continued development of high-quality homes across the GTA.

This is an opportunity for an experienced legal professional with a strong background in civil litigation, administrative law, and municipal matters to transition into a high-impact in-house position without the demands of a traditional billable-hours environment.

About the Role

As Senior Counsel, you will report directly to the SVP, General Counsel and play a pivotal role within the legal team.

The position combines strategic in-house legal advisory work with hands-on involvement in a variety of legal proceedings, including appearances before Superior Court, the Ontario Land Tribunal, private arbitration, Small Claims Court, and the Landlord and Tenant Board.

You will advise on legal matters connected to municipal development projects across low-rise, mid-rise, and commercial developments, while working closely with internal and external stakeholders.

Key Responsibilities

• Represent the company in Superior Court, Ontario Land Tribunal proceedings, private arbitration, and other legal forums.
• Lead and manage litigation strategies involving complex legal disputes.
• Provide legal advice on condominium applications, registrations, and other property-related matters.
• Advise internal stakeholders on legal risks, compliance requirements, and regulatory developments affecting the business.
• Draft, review, and negotiate municipal agreements, including site plans and development agreements, as well as private contracts.
• Collaborate with external counsel, municipal authorities, and other stakeholders to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Provide strategic legal advice related to low-rise, mid-rise, and commercial municipal development projects.
• Ensure legal documentation and processes comply with applicable laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience in civil litigation, administrative law, and municipal matters.
• Proven experience handling complex legal proceedings and high-stakes negotiations.
• Extensive experience drafting and reviewing legal documents, contracts, and municipal agreements.
• Previous experience with Superior Court proceedings is highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and the ability to provide sound legal advice under tight deadlines.
• Ability to operate independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment.

Why Join?

Work-Life Balance: Move away from the pressures of billable hours into an in-house environment designed to provide greater balance, including reclaiming your evenings and weekends.

Impactful Work: Directly contribute to the development of communities across the GTA by advising on critical legal matters influencing the construction of quality homes.

Career Growth: Join a growing organization where the role provides a strong platform for continued professional development and career advancement.

Company Culture: Be part of a supportive, dynamic, and forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and excellence.

If you’re currently a Legal Counsel, Senior Associate, or Junior Partner and are ready to transition into an in-house role focused on development law and advocacy, we’d like to hear from you.

Application Process

We thank all applicants for their interest in this opportunity. However, only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.