Junior Litigation Associate (2–4 Years’ Call)

DWF; Calgary; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental coverage

Wellness programs

Long-term disability

Flexible work arrangements

Mentorship programs

Global learning resources

Pro-bono opportunities

Job summary

DWF seeks a Junior Litigation Associate (2-4 years’ call) to join our Calgary office. You will develop advocacy skills, handle diverse insurance defence and civil matters, and work with seasoned litigators in a collaborative team environment.

You will gain mentorship, take on increasing responsibility, and contribute to high-profile matters while building a rewarding litigation practice in Canada’s competitive market.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years of post-call civil litigation experience.
• Insurance defence litigation experience preferred.
• Familiarity with the Alberta Rules of Court and litigation procedures.
• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Good organizational and time management skills.
• Collaborative mindset with a focus on exceptional client service.

Responsibilities

• Manage and contribute to a variety of insurance defence and civil litigation matters.
• Draft pleadings, briefs, applications, opinions and other litigation materials.
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations.
• Assist with, and as experience permits, conduct questionings, mediations, and chambers applications.
• Contribute to the strategic management of complex and high-profile matters.
• Deliver exceptional client service through effective communication and file management.
• Participate in professional development and business development activities that support practice growth.

Skills

Civil litigation experience

Insurance defence

Alberta Rules of Court

Legal research

Legal drafting

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Time management

Client service

Collaborative mindset

Job description

Why join us?

Build Your Litigation Career with a Leading Insurance Defence Team

DWF is seeking a Junior Litigation Associate (2 - 4 years’ call) to join our growing Calgary office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated individual with an interest in litigation to develop advocacy skills, work on complex and high-profile matters, and build a successful long-term practice within a collaborative and supportive team environment.

This position is ideal for a lawyer who is looking to accelerate their development as a litigator. You will work directly with experienced counsel, receive hands‑on mentorship and take on increasing responsibility for your own files as your experience grows.

You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Work on sophisticated insurance defence and civil litigation matters
• Gain meaningful exposure to clients and litigation strategy
• Participate in questionings, mediations, court appearances and trials
• Work closely with experienced counsel who are committed to mentorship and professional development
• Develop a practice within one of Canada’s leading litigation teams

Responsibilities

• Manage and contribute to a variety of insurance defence and civil litigation matters
• Draft pleadings, briefs, applications, opinions and other litigation materials
• Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations
• Assist with and, as experience permits, conduct questionings, mediations, and chambers applications
• Contribute to the strategic management of complex and high‑profile matters
• Deliver exceptional client service standards through effective communication and file management
• Participate in professional development and business development activities that support practice growth

What will help you succeed in this role?

We Are Looking For a Lawyer Who Brings

• 2-4 years of post‑call civil litigation experience
• Experience in insurance defence litigation is preferred; candidates with strong civil litigation experience from other practice areas are encouraged to apply
• Familiarity with the Alberta Rules of Court and litigation procedures
• Strong legal research, drafting, and analytical skills
• Sound professional judgment and attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal
• Strong organizational skills and time management abilities
• A collaborative mindset and commitment to exceptional client service

What we offer

We Know Talented Lawyers Have Choices. Our Goal Is To Provide An Environment Where Lawyers Can Develop Rewarding Careers While Building Sustainable Fulfilling Practices

• Meaningful opportunity early in your career
• Hands-on mentorship from experienced litigators
• A collaborative and supportive team culture
• Opportunities to work with leading national and international clients
• Access to a global network of legal and business professionals
• Ongoing professional development and continuing legal education support
• A commitment to career growth and long-term development
• Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance
• Opportunities to contribute to community engagement and pro-bono activities

DWF offers a competitive, people‑first benefits package designed to support health, wellbeing, and professional success, including:

• Comprehensive health and dental coverage
• Fitness and wellness reimbursement
• Access to a variety of health and wellness programs and initiatives
• Long‑term disability insurance
• Flexible work arrangement options
• Mentorship and career development programs
• Access to global learning and development resources

DWF is committed to fostering a respectful, inclusive, and equitable workplace where every individual feels valued and supported. We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and identities.

About Us

DWF (formerly Whitelaw Twining) is a successful global law firm with a strong focus on litigation and offices in Calgary, Vancouver, Toronto, and Montréal. Our Canadian team is recognized as an industry leader in insurance defence, commercial litigation, construction, bodily injury, and alternative dispute resolution.

Our lawyers benefit from the strength of an international organization while continuing to enjoy the collaborative culture and entrepreneurial spirit that have long defined our Canadian practice. DWF is proud of its strong mentorship, professional development programs, and commitment to community engagement.