Associate Lawyer - Commercial Litigation

Gowling WLG; Calgary; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental & mental health

Hybrid work flexibility

20+ vacation days

Parental leave top-up

Disability & life insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Recognition and supportive culture

Job summary

Gowling WLG in Calgary is seeking an Associate Lawyer with 4–6 years of commercial litigation experience to join its Commercial Litigation Practice Group. The candidate will work closely with strong teammates, senior advocates and mentors to provide exceptional service.

The ideal candidate must have experience in commercial litigation, client management skills, and strong analytical, communication, and drafting abilities, and be prepared to engage in a collaborative team environment on

Qualifications

• 4–6 years of commercial litigation experience.
• Proven client management skills and strong analytical, communication and drafting abilities.
• Able to engage in a team environment on challenging work for clients.

Responsibilities

• Join Gowling WLG's Calgary Commercial Litigation Practice Group and contribute to case strategy and advocacy.
• Provide exceptional service to clients and collaborate with senior advocates and mentors.
• Support a dynamic team in delivering high-quality litigation matters.

Skills

Client management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Drafting skills

Education

Law degree (JD/LLB)

Job description

About Gowling Wlg

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.

About Gowling Wlg

At Gowling WLG, our dedication to excellence and quality service begins with our people. As a global law firm with offices across Canada, the U.K., Europe, the Middle East and Asia, we pride ourselves on sourcing and retaining top talent who bring energy, passion and commitment to the delivery of outstanding client service.
When it comes to diversity, we not only accept it - we celebrate it, support it and thrive on it. To create an engaging and rewarding place to work, we seek to attract talented people from a diverse range of backgrounds and cultures. Our aim is to help everyone reach their full potential and achieve their personal and professional goals.
Employee satisfaction is important to us. We work hard to ensure that our people are motivated, engaged and empowered. We are guided by our firm’s Core Values - The Power of Teamwork, Always Striving to be Better, We all Bring Something Different - in all that we do.
Our diverse group of legal professionals, law students, law clerks/paralegals, legal administrative assistants and business support services team work together, and are respected and valued for their individual contributions.

OPPORTUNITY

Gowling WLG’s Calgary office is currently seeking a motivated Associate Lawyer with 4-6 years of commercial litigation experience to join its dynamic Commercial Litigation Practice Group. The candidate will work closely with strong teammates, senior advocates and great mentors to provide exceptional service.
The ideal candidate must have experience in commercial litigation, proven client management skills, strong analytical, communication, and drafting skills, and be prepared to engage in a team environment on challenging work with our clients.
If you are a mid-level or senior associate looking for a great opportunity, this could be the career move for you.

Benefits/Perks

Gowling WLG’s total rewards program is designed to foster a culture where high performance and personal well-being go hand-in-hand. We support your career and life with:

• 100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
• Benefits coverage for Firm members and their dependents from day one!
• 20+ vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
• Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)
• Financial protection through short & long-term disability, life, accident & critical illness insurance
• Employee & Family Assistance Program and an internal network of 120+ trained Mental Health First Aid responders
• Recognition awards, appreciation events, and a supportive, collaborative work culture
• Perks and preferred pricing programs, referral bonuses and more

APPLICATION DETAILS

Gowling WLG employees benefit from a hybrid work environment.

Gowling WLG is dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know.