Estate Litigation Associate

Hammerco Lawyers LLP; Vancouver; Hybrid; CAD 150,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working environment

Support for business development

Dog-friendly office

Social activities

Job summary

Hammerco Lawyers LLP in Vancouver is seeking a seasoned estate-litigation professional to build and lead a self-sustaining practice. With 6+ years of experience, you'll manage client matters including complex estate disputes, while mentoring junior lawyers and staff.

This role offers the flexibility of remote work and a people-first culture, alongside support for business development and administration. The position includes a competitive salary range of $150,000–$170,000, depending on experience.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of estate litigation experience; commercial litigation experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated capability to develop and sustain a book of business.
• A desire to work in a flexible, tech-enabled environment.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead a self-sustaining estate-litigation practice.
• Manage client matters: complex estates, wills variation disputes, undue influence claims.
• Mentor and guide staff and junior lawyers.

Skills

Estate litigation experience

Leadership and mentorship skills

Business development

Job description

Are you a seasoned estate-litigation pro with 6–10+ years of experience, a solid network, and a drive to build something meaningful? At Hammerco, we’re offering a rare opportunity to build your own practice, with the backing of a collaborative, modern firm and a culture built on respect, authenticity, excellence, and growth.

What you’ll do

• Build and lead a self-sustaining estate-litigation practice with strong support.
• Work independently and collaboratively to manage existing and new client matters: complex estates, wills variation disputes, undue influence claims, and more.
• Mentor and collaborate, guiding staff and junior lawyers, shaping strategy, and contributing to the firm's ethos of 'human first, lawyer second.'
• Combine business development, client support, and high-calibre litigation work in a flexible, forward-looking environment.

You bring

• 6+ years (the more the better) of estate litigation experience. Commercial litigation experience is an asset.
• Demonstrated capability to develop and sustain a book of business.
• Strong leadership, mentorship skills, and a collaborative mindset.
• A desire to work in a modern, flexible, tech-enabled environment with a growing national presence.

What makes Hammerco different

• Remote and in-office flexibility, with a robust tech stack that keeps everything accessible.
• A diverse, inclusive team. We champion women in leadership and believe in succession planning done right.
• Real support: business-development resources, junior-team backing, administrative infrastructure, and a firm-wide commitment to collaboration and professional growth.
• A national-scale vision with a people-first culture.
• Bonus: a dog-friendly office + social activities!

The salary range for this position is $150,000–$170,000. Actual compensation will depend on the candidate’s experience, competencies, and year of call. We may consider a higher salary for candidates whose experience or year of call warrants placement above the listed range.

• If you’re ready to build a lasting practice with a great team, we want to hear from you.