Vancouver Junior Litigation Associate — Courtroom Mentorship

David Aplin Recruiting; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 113,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Thorough benefits package

Excellent courtroom/trial exposure

Accommodation on request

Job summary

David Aplin Recruiting is seeking a junior litigation associate for a well established mid-sized law firm in downtown Vancouver. This is an excellent opportunity for a hard-working lawyer to gain courtroom and litigation experience across a diverse range of practice areas with mentorship and resources to grow your own practice.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and substantial trial exposure within a firm that supports ongoing development.

Qualifications

• Be called to the BC Bar and be in good standing.
• 1–3 years of post call experience with a focus on general litigation.
• Excellent drafting and interpersonal communication skills.
• Willing and eager to learn and engage with the work!

Responsibilities

• Independently handle smaller files from open to close while assisting senior lawyers on a diverse range of complex disputes, ranging from commercial disputes, insurance liability issues, real estate disputes, personal injury matters, estate litigation, and more
• Appear in court and contribute to hearings and other litigation processes (meaningful courtroom / trial exposure is expected)

Skills

Strong litigation skills

Drafting

Interpersonal communication

Education

Called to BC Bar

In good standing

Job description

David Aplin Recruiting is seeking a junior litigation associate for a well established mid-sized law firm in downtown Vancouver. This is an excellent opportunity for a hard-working lawyer to gain courtroom and litigation experience across a diverse range of practice areas with mentorship and resources to grow your own practice.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and substantial trial exposure within a firm that supports ongoing development.