Construction Litigation

Impact Recruitment; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 142,000 - 164,000; Full time

Job summary

A prestigious international law firm is seeking an experienced construction litigation associate to join their team in British Columbia. The successful candidate will handle a diverse range of cases, working closely with developers, owners, and contractors on large-scale projects. This role offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the opportunity to thrive in a dynamic legal environment.

Benefits

4 weeks vacation

Comprehensive benefits package

Discretionary bonus structure

Qualifications

• 3+ years of post-call experience with an emphasis on construction litigation.
• Comfortable with a billable target of 1700 hours.

Responsibilities

• Manage a substantial amount of files independently and in support of senior lawyers.
• Work on builders liens, construction defects, project delays, and professional liability matters.

Skills

Construction litigation

Legal research

Client communication

Education

Called to the BC Bar

Job description

Impact Recruitment has the pleasure of working with one of the best legal firms in the city. A prestigious international law firm that provides exceptional legal services across multiple areas of law and industries, they are currently looking to add an experienced and talented construction litigation associate to their busy practice group.

Benefits & Perks

• $142,000+, commensurate with experience
• Discretionary bonus structure
• 4 weeks vacation
• Comprehensive benefits package

Responsibilities

Due to the busy nature of the practice, the incumbent lawyer will be hitting the ground running and taking on a substantial amount of files, both independently and in support of more senior lawyers. Working with developers, owners, and contractors on a wide range of large-scale projects, this work will include but not be limited to builders liens, construction defects (design, structural, electrical), project delays / extensions, and some professional liability matters.

Qualifications

• Called to the BC Bar and in good standing
• 3+ years of post-call experience with an emphasis on construction litigation
• Comfortable with a billable target of 1700 hours

David Aplin & Associates Inc., operating as Aplin, and its associated brands, CompuStaff and Impact Recruitment, is an award-winning employment agency connecting diverse, top-tier talent with exceptional organizations across North America. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and charge no fees to apply or engage with our recruiters. All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada, including holding any necessary work permits.