General Litigation Associate – Langley

BC Legal Management Association; City of Langley; On-site; CAD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Full benefits paid

Bonus structure

Health Spending Account

Employee Assistance Program

Growth opportunities

Client development budget

Generous vacation

Reserved parking

Cell phone allowance

Wellness allowance

On-site fitness centers

Supportive culture

Possible remote work

Job summary

Lindsay Kenney LLP in Langley, BC, is seeking an Associate for its general and commercial litigation practice. The role offers the opportunity to manage own files, work with Partners who mentor, and build a developing practice with firm support.

Qualified candidates hold an LLB/J.D. and are in good standing; 4–7 years of litigation experience; strong research, drafting and advocacy skills; client-facing; and a rigorous work ethic.

Qualifications

• LLB/J.D. from accredited law school and member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
• 4-7 years of litigation experience, ideally in commercial litigation.
• Strong research, drafting and advocacy skills.
• Experience advising clients with respect to litigation and disputes.
• Confident at engaging and interacting with clients.
• Exceptional work ethic.
• Client service oriented and team player; and
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage own files and collaborate with Partners on mentoring and training.
• Develop a personal practice with firm resources and client development support.
• Contribute to a robust commercial litigation practice at Lindsay Kenney LLP.

Skills

Research

Drafting

Advocacy

Client communication

Attention to detail

Education

J.D./LL.B.

Job description

Who we are:

Lindsay Kenney LLP is one of Western Canada’s largest full-service law firms with locations conveniently located in downtown Vancouver, Langley and West Vancouver. After 45 years in the business, our success continues to be fueled by the talent, ambition and expertise of our amazing team.

What you can expect:

Our Langley litigation group is currently seeking a forward thinking and results-driven Associate with interest and relevant experience within general litigation, specifically in the areas of commercial litigation. The successful candidate will benefit from all of the firm’s resources, from in-house marketing to a top-notch team of legal support professionals. In addition to working on files directly with Partners who take an active role in mentoring and training lawyers, the Associate will be provided the opportunity to manage their own files and will be provided with the resources to develop their own practice.

Additional required experience:

• LLB/J.D. from an accredited law school and member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia;
• 4-7 years of litigation experience, ideally in commercial litigation;
• Strong research, drafting and advocacy skills;
• Experience advising clients with respect to litigation and disputes;
• Confident at engaging and interacting with clients;
• Exceptional work ethic;
• Client service oriented and team player; and
• Excellent attention to detail.

Why it is great to work at LK Law:

Lindsay Kenney LLP offers our team members a dynamic, collaborative and family-focused environment.

• A comprehensive benefits package – LK Law pays for 100% of the benefit premiums;
• A competitive bonus structure;
• Annual Health Care Spending Account;
• Access to our Employee Assistance Program (EAP);
• Amazing opportunities for personal growth and development;
• Client development and marketing budgets;
• A generous vacation allotment;
• Reserved parking;
• Cell phone allowance;
• Fitness and wellness allowances;
• On-site fitness centers ;
• A supportive, engaging, tight-knit culture; and
• Potential remote working arrangements.

Compensation:

While compensation is commensurate with experience, the base annual salary range for candidates with the required experience is expected to be $140,000 - $170,000.

We thank all applicants for their interest, only those considered for an interview will be contacted.