Senior Legal Counsel, Contracts and Litigation Management | C.A.T. North America

Senior Legal Counsel, Contracts and Litigation Management Founded in 1978, C.A.T. North America is a leading trucking company serving North America through nine divisions and more than 25 terminals. It provides intra‑Canada, U.S.–Canada cross‑border, U.S. domestic, and northern and southern Mexico transportation services.

With 1,600 power units, 4,300 trailers, and over 10,000 logistics partners, the company delivers customized transportation solutions tailored to each client’s needs. Its commitment to service, safety, innovation, and sustainability has earned industry recognition as Best Fleet to Drive For (2023) and as one of the Best Managed Companies for seven consecutive years.

Senior Legal Counsel, Contracts and Litigation Management – Vaudreuil‑Dorion, QC – LinkedIn

Job Type

Permanent, Full‑time

Monday‑Friday

Location

11 Boulevard de la Cité‑des‑Jeunes, Vaudreuil‑Dorion, QC

Position Overview Reporting to the Vice President, Legal Affairs, the Senior Legal Counsel acts as a strategic partner supporting brokerage, sales, finance, and divisional teams across Canada, the United States, and Mexico. The role contributes to transformation initiatives and mergers and acquisitions transactions and works closely with Legal, Finance, Risk Management, Operations, and Safety to ensure regulatory compliance and protect corporate interests.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong experience managing complex multi‑jurisdictional matters, excellent analytical skills, strong leadership, sound business judgment, and the ability to translate complex legal concepts into clear, actionable guidance for strategic decision‑making.

Key Responsibilities Contract Management

Provide legal support to internal divisions

Draft and negotiate commercial agreements (LOIs, leases, brokerage and transportation contracts, secured financing instruments, and other commercial agreements)

Develop contract terms balancing risk management and business needs

Improve standard‑form contracts

Manage disputes and implement risk mitigation strategies

Train internal stakeholders

Support strategic business objectives

Occasional travel required

Litigation Management

Develop litigation management guidelines

Manage external legal fee budgets

Strategically oversee complex matters

Collaborate with Finance and Operations to safeguard corporate interests

Provide proactive, business‑oriented legal advice

Monitor relevant legal developments

Regulatory Compliance

Monitor and interpret legislative and regulatory changes

Train internal teams on compliance requirements

Required Qualifications

Member in good standing of a Canadian provincial/territorial bar or a U.S. state bar (preferably Quebec and/or New York)

Civil law and/or common law degree (asset)

Minimum 8 years’ experience in commercial law, transactional law, or complex commercial litigation

Strong leadership and business judgment

Excellent English drafting skills

Fully bilingual (French/English; 95%+ English‑speaking clientele)

Ability to work independently in a fast‑paced international environment

Flexibility for extended hours and travel

Transportation/logistics industry experience (asset)

*The bilingualism requirement is necessary because more than 95% of the business clientele served is English‑speaking.

Benefits

Dental care

Life Insurance

Vision Insurance

Paid time off

On‑site parking

Wellness program

RRSP Plan

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