Family Lawyer w / Civil Litigation (5+YOC)

Gpac; Salmon Arm; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading law firm is seeking an experienced Family Lawyer to manage various family law matters including separation agreements, spousal maintenance, and asset division. The candidate should have over 5 years of experience in British Columbia's family law and civil litigation. This role offers a chance to work in a supportive environment with flexibility for remote work.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of current experience in British Columbia family law and/or civil litigation practice.
• Ability to handle challenging work and manage files independently.
• Strong judgment, work ethic, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Independently manage family law and civil litigation files.
• Conduct hearings, discoveries, mediations, and trials.
• Draft pleadings and negotiate at mediations.

Skills

Family law expertise

Civil litigation skills

Strong judgment

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Overview

About our client: A leading law firm with diverse clientele, committed to providing prompt and practical service through a hands-on, team-oriented environment. Work-life balance is a priority and remote work is an option to be discussed.

Locations: Salmon Arm or Vernon

Position: Family Lawyer / Civil Litigation (5+ YOC, no book required)

Responsibilities

• Independently manage family law and civil litigation files.
• Handle a wide range of family law matters, including separation agreements, spousal maintenance, and asset division.
• Conduct hearings, discoveries, mediations, and trials.
• Instruct support staff and receive instructions from clients.
• Draft pleadings and speak to chamber applications.
• Negotiate at mediations and appear at trials.
• Manage all aspects of a file from beginning to end.
• Experience in general civil litigation is an asset.

Requirements

• 5+ years of current experience in British Columbia family law and/or civil litigation practice.
• Ability to handle challenging work and manage files independently.
• Strong judgment, work ethic, and interpersonal skills.
• Desire to become part of the community served.

Compensation

Salary based on the year of call and experience.

Application Process

To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV by email, confidentially to [e-mail], or call 986-999-4419.

Only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.