Solicitor (7+ Years)

North Shore Law LLP; North Vancouver; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collegial work environment

Mentorship and professional growth

Competitive compensation and benefits

Balanced approach to legal practice

Job summary

North Shore Law LLP is seeking an experienced solicitor in the Vancouver area to join our firm with 7+ years of experience and a full practice. The role emphasizes autonomy, client relationships, and long-term professional growth within a collaborative firm environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills, along with the ability to manage and grow a legal practice; compensation reflects experience and a fee-split structure.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of solicitor or related legal experience
• Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB from an accredited law school
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
• Strong drafting and communication skills
• Proven ability to manage and grow a legal practice

Responsibilities

• Provide robust legal advice and drafting for clients
• Develop and maintain client relationships
• Grow the firm's practice through networking and business development
• Work autonomously within a collaborative firm environment

Skills

Strong drafting

Communication skills

Business development

Networking

Education

Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB

Law Society BC membership

Job description

Since 1973, North Shore Law LLP has delivered high-quality legal services across the North Shore and Greater Vancouver. We are deeply rooted in our community and committed to building long-term client relationships.

We are seeking an experienced solicitor with an established practice to join our firm.

About the Role

North Shore Law LLP is currently seeking a solicitor with 7+ years of experience and a full practice. This role is ideal for a lawyer who values autonomy, client relationships, and long-term professional growth within a collaborative firm environment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong drafting, analytical, and communication skills, along with an understanding of the importance of networking and business development.

What We’re Looking For

Professional Attributes

You may be a strong fit if you are:

• A collaborative, trustworthy, and hardworking professional


• Client-focused, with a commitment to exceptional service


• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities


• Entrepreneurial, with an interest in growing your practice


• Comfortable leveraging technology to improve efficiency

Experience & Qualifications

• 7+ years of solicitor or related legal experience


• Juris Doctor (JD) or LLB from an accredited law school
  
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia


• Strong drafting and communication skills


• Proven ability to manage and grow a legal practice

Compensation is commensurate with experience, with expected earnings ranging from $125,000 to $185,000+, based on a fee-split structure.

North Shore Law LLP offers:

• A collegial and professional work environment


• Ongoing mentorship and professional development


• Competitive compensation and benefits


• A balanced approach to legal practice

Work Environment & Community Focus

While not required, this role is ideal for candidates based in North Vancouver, West Vancouver, or nearby communities, particularly those with strong local ties.

We value lawyers who are committed to serving their community and building lasting client relationships.

Why Join North Shore Law?

We support our lawyers in building successful, sustainable practices while fostering a collaborative and supportive firm culture. Our approach balances independence with teamwork and prioritizes long-term growth.