Civil Litigation Lawyer

Full Job Description

Associate Lawyer - Civil Litigation | Grande Prairie

One of Alberta's largest regional law firms is recruiting for a Civil Litigation Associate Lawyer to join their Grande Prairie office. With over 100 years of experience, the firm provides premium, tailored legal advice across a broad spectrum of practice areas. Their demand for excellence has shaped them into a focused and streamlined organization committed to providing the very best legal services.

With offices across Alberta and Saskatchewan, including locations such as Lethbridge, Grande Prairie, Medicine Hat, Swift Current, Canmore, Banff, Calgary, Fort McMurray, Beaverlodge, Brooks, Taber, Cardston, and Moose Jaw, their team handles a wide range of legal matters including litigation, family and divorce, business, real estate, agriculture, and personal injury.

The Opportunity

The growing practice in the Grande Prairie office requires a Civil Litigation Associate Lawyer to continue the tradition of delivering exceptional client service. The firm offers a collegial atmosphere where professionals are engaged, connected, and supported in their career development.

Qualifications And Competencies

• Minimum 1-5 years' experience (3+ years preferred) in Civil Litigation including general litigation, family law & divorce, construction litigation, estates litigation, and corporate commercial litigation.
• Law degree from an accredited Canadian law school or educational equivalent and membership in good standing with a provincial law society.
• Strong drafting, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Highly focused with attention to detail; a motivated self-starter.
• Superior organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.
• Experience with and ability to handle all phases of litigation from discovery through trial.
  
  

Compensation & Hours

• Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.
• Regular full-time position with working hours of 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM, subject to change.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, prescription drug, life insurance, critical illness, long-term disability, vacation, and sick time benefits.
  
  

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough legal research to support case strategies and client needs.
• Draft and review legal documents, including contracts and briefs, ensuring accuracy and compliance with laws.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients, advocating for their best interests.
• Manage case files and maintain organized records, adhering to deadlines and time management practices.
• Communicate effectively with clients, colleagues, and other stakeholders to provide updates and gather necessary information.
  
  

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From $60,000.00 per year

Benefits

• Company events
• Dental care
• Disability insurance
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
  
  

Flexible Language Requirement

• French not required
  
  

Schedule

• Monday to Friday
  
  

Application Question(s)

• This position is not an articling position. Are you aware of this?
  
  

Education

• Bachelor's Degree (required)
  
  

Experience

• Litigation: 3 years (preferred)
  
  

Work Location: In person