Associate General Counsel

Sitka Law Group; Victoria; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Sitka Law Group in Victoria, British Columbia, seeks an Associate Counsel to join our established team. This role offers the opportunity to maintain and grow your own practice while receiving support from a high-performing firm.

The successful candidate will manage files and client relationships independently, contribute to collaborative legal services, and benefit from a professional, client-focused environment that values integrity and community.

Qualifications

• Licensed to practice law in British Columbia and in good standing.
• Ability to develop and independently manage client files and relationships.
• Strong entrepreneurial and business-minded approach to practice.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and grow your own legal practice with firm support.
• Manage client relationships, files, and practice responsibilities.
• Collaborate with Sitka lawyers and staff to deliver legal services.

Skills

Independent file management

Client relationship skills

Entrepreneurial mindset

Collaborative teamwork

Education

Law degree or equivalent

Job description

Are you an experienced lawyer looking for the opportunity to build and operate your own practice while being supported by an established, collaborative law firm? Sitka Law Group is seeking an Associate Counsel to join our team in Victoria, British Columbia.

This opportunity is ideal for a lawyer who has developed their own practice, while benefiting from the support, resources, and reputation of a high-performing law firm. We are open to candidates with a strong general solicitor practice.

The successful candidate will have the experience and confidence to independently manage their files and client relationships, while contributing to Sitka’s collaborative approach to legal services.

About Sitka Law Group

Sitka Law Group is a high-performing law firm comprised of lawyers and legal support professionals who are committed to providing exceptional service to our clients. Our core values are centred on Service, Integrity, and Community.

We believe clients are best served through collaboration. Rather than operating in silos, our lawyers and support professionals work together to provide thoughtful, strategic, and client-focused legal solutions.

We take pride in creating a positive, professional, and supportive environment where lawyers can do their best work while maintaining the autonomy and independence needed to serve their clients effectively.

The Opportunity

As Associate Counsel, you will:

• Maintain and grow your own legal practice while being supported by Sitka’s established brand and infrastructure.
• Manage your own client relationships, files, and practice responsibilities.
• Collaborate with Sitka lawyers and legal support professionals when appropriate.
• Benefit from a professional office environment, administrative support, and a team-oriented culture.
• Contribute to a firm that values exceptional client service and long-term relationships.

The ideal candidate will:

• Be a member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
• Have an established practice.
• Be confident managing files independently with minimal supervision.
• Possess strong client service skills and excellent interpersonal abilities.
• Have an entrepreneurial and business-minded approach to their practice.
• Value collaboration and contributing positively to a professional team environment.

We are seeking a lawyer who can hit the ground running and bring experience, professionalism, and a commitment to exceptional service to our firm.

Why Sitka?

At Sitka, we pride ourselves on attracting talented professionals who share our commitment to clients, community, and excellence in legal service. Consistently recognized as one of Victoria’s leading law firms, Sitka has built a strong reputation for delivering exceptional client service, trusted legal advice, and a collaborative approach to helping clients achieve their goals.

As Associate Counsel, you will have the opportunity to practice law with flexibility and independence while benefiting from the support, resources, and reputation of an established and highly regarded firm.

You will join a team of supportive lawyers and legal professionals in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia, where we value collaboration, continuous improvement and building long-term relationships with our clients and community.

Want to learn more about Sitka? Visit https://sitkalaw.ca/ or find us on Facebook and Instagram.

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