Family Lawyer

Perrie Law; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading legal practice, Perrie Law, is seeking a Family Lawyer in Winnipeg to develop its family law offerings in Nunavut. The role involves client representation, document drafting, and collaboration with a community-focused team, emphasizing Indigenous representation. They offer flexible work hours, competitive compensation, and encourage applications from diverse backgrounds.

Qualifications

• Must be called or willing to be called to the Nunavut Bar.
• Experience in family law in any jurisdiction in Canada.
• Knowledge of Inuit culture preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to clients.
• Draft and review legal documents.
• Manage case load and inquiries promptly.

Skills

Strong writing

Communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Education

LLB, JD, or equivalent law degree

Tools

CosmoLex

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Job Title: Family Lawyer with Practice in Nunavut

Overview:

Perrie Law is a legal practice focused on criminal defence, police misconduct, and wills and estates that is looking to expand their offerings to include family law and/or child protection. We are committed to serving Nunavummiut in Nunavut and Manitoba and providing the services our clients need. Perrie Law’s primary focus is on delivering results paired with an unwavering dedication to a client-centred approach. Providing Indigenous representation for Indigenous accused across Manitoba and Nunavut, we deeply recognize and understand the unique lived realities of Indigenous people in Canada.

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized individual to join our practice based in Winnipeg who is interested in developing a practice in Nunavut. This is an exciting opportunity to help shape the development of Perrie Law’s family law offerings in Nunavut. The role includes a mix of direct client representation, document drafting, and potential court appearances (in person and virtual), with the support of an experienced community-focused team.

Responsibilities:

• Provide legal advice to clients
• Conduct legal research as needed
• Draft and review legal documents
• Stay updated with continuing education, and changes in law and regulations that may affect clients’ interests
• Maintain accurate and organized filing systems (CosmoLex)
• Manage case load, inquiries and files in a prompt manner

Qualifications:

• Must be called or willing to be called to the Nunavut Bar
• Aware of or willingness to become aware of Inuit Qaujimajatuqangit and Inuit culture
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to work independently without supervision
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Interest in northern legal issues, community development, and Indigenous cultures
• LLB, JD, or equivalent law degree
• Experience working with Indigenous communities is an asset
• Experience working with an interpreter and clients with limited access to English is an asset
• Experience working in remote or isolated communities and the ability to adapt to dynamic circumstances is an asset
• Prior experience in family law in any jurisdiction in Canada

Details

• Compensation is based on a competitive 70/30 split model depending on experience and file origination
• Work hours are flexible
• Lawyers are encouraged to work wherever and whenever works best for them and their practice
• Head office is located in Winnipeg with additional office to be opened in Rankin Inlet
• Applications considered on a rolling basis until position has been filled

We strongly encourage applications from those in the Indigenous and 2S communities.

Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Statement:

At Perrie Law, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals with lived experience and diverse backgrounds, including Indigenous Peoples, Members of the 2SLGBTQ+ Community, Persons with Disabilities, Visible Minorities, and individuals experiencing economic hardship. We value the unique perspective and experiences that each person can bring to our firm.

Applicants are encouraged to self-identify in their application if they belong to any of these groups. Perrie Law is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities during the recruitment process and throughout their employment. If you require accommodations, please contact us, and we will work with you to meet your needs.

How To Apply:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to Sloane Martens [e-mail] will be reviewed on a rolling basis. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only individuals under consideration will be contacted.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

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Job function

• Job function

  Legal

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