Overview

Our client, a highly reputable and established Vancouver law firm with a leading practice in construction litigation, arbitration and insurance law is looking to add one or two talented lawyers with 3–10 years of experience to its team due to its continued growth.

This is an excellent opportunity for lawyers seeking sophisticated, high-calibre work, direct client exposure and meaningful opportunities for professional advancement, all within a supportive and collegial environment.

Responsibilities:

The successful candidate will work alongside highly regarded practitioners on range of complex, high-profile construction, insurance and commercial litigation matters (shareholder disputes, real estate transactions, etc.).

In particular you will be:

Collaborating with a team on complex litigation and arbitration matters led by experienced counsel who are top lawyers in construction and insurance law.
Taking day-to-day conduct of smaller or less complex matters from pleadings through to resolution.
Providing contract drafting and negotiation advice as well as project advice while construction projects are underway.
Filing and enforcing claims of builders liens, including taking conduct of matters and providing support on more complex lien matters under the supervision and guidance of leading builders lien lawyers.
Advising clients on insurance coverage and advocating for insurance policyholders.
Gain exposure to related areas, including commercial litigation, infrastructure disputes, professional regulatory matters and alternative dispute resolution.

The ideal candidate will have:

3–10 years of post-call experience in construction law, civil litigation, arbitration, insurance law or a related practice area.
Strong analytical, drafting, advocacy and communication skills.
Sound judgment and the ability to manage files with increasing independence.
A collaborative mindset, intellectual curiosity and a genuine desire to continue developing as a lawyer.
Prior construction law experience is an asset, but lawyers with strong litigation backgrounds and an interest in developing a construction or insurance practice are also encouraged to apply.

Offering:

Work-Life Balance: 1,575 annual billable-hour target,
Competitive Compensation: Salary range of $118,000–$220,000, depending on experience
Meaningful Mentorship: Partners are genuinely invested in the success of their associates, offering individualized mentorship, professional development and opportunities to assume greater responsibility.
Career Growth & Financial Upside: Mid- to senior-level lawyers have opportunities to develop their own practices and participate in attractive revenue-sharing arrangements tied to business development and performance.
Location Flexibility: While based in Vancouver, the firm welcomes candidates from outside the region and is open to remote arrangements for the right individual.

If you're looking for sophisticated work without the traditional big-firm billable expectations, this opportunity is well worth exploring.

For a confidential discussion, please send your resume in confidence. Only those with the requisite experience will be considered.

City

Vancouver

Category

ASSOCIATES & PARTNERS

Practice Areas

Law Firm

Work Type

Permanent / Full Time

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