Location: Calgary, AB
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Compensation: Competitive and flexible, based on experience, portable business, and selected compensation structure.
The Opportunity
A growing mid-market business law firm is seeking an experienced Corporate / Commercial Solicitor to join its Calgary office.
This opportunity is ideal for an entrepreneurial lawyer with a partial portable book of business who is looking to leverage an expanding national and international platform while maintaining the collaborative culture and accessibility of a mid-sized firm.
The firm has a strong presence across Canada and continues to expand its international relationships, creating opportunities for cross-border collaboration and client referrals. The Calgary office offers a collaborative environment where lawyers work closely together while benefiting from the resources of a broader national platform.
Practice Focus
The successful candidate will advise clients on a broad range of solicitor-side matters, including:
Corporate and commercial transactions
Banking and finance
Commercial real estate
Franchise law
Tax-related transactions and corporate reorganizations
General business advisory services
The firm has an existing pipeline of work in these areas; however, this role is best suited for a lawyer who has begun developing a client base and is looking for a platform to continue growing their practice.
Key Responsibilities
Manage and expand an existing corporate and commercial practice
Advise entrepreneurs, private companies, lenders, investors, and developers
Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and transactional documents
Lead financing, acquisition, reorganization, and commercial real estate transactions
Build long-term client relationships through exceptional client service
Collaborate with lawyers across Canada and internationally on cross-border matters
Participate in business development and contribute to the continued growth of the Calgary office
Qualifications
5-10 years of solicitor-side experience
Strong background in corporate and commercial law
Experience in banking, finance, commercial real estate, franchising, and/or tax-related matters
Partial portable book of business preferred
Demonstrated ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions
Strong business development and client relationship skills
Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities
Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta
Compensation
Multiple compensation pathways are available, including Associate, Of Counsel, Non-Equity Partner, and Equity Partner opportunities.
Compensation is tailored to each lawyer's experience, portable business, and long-term objectives, combining production-based incentives with flexible partnership structures designed to reward both legal excellence and business development.
Why This Opportunity
Growing national business law platform with expanding international reach
Cross-border referral and collaboration opportunities
Existing workflow to complement your practiceEntrepreneurial, relationship-driven culture
Hybrid work environment
Collaborative office with direct access to firm leadership
Strong administrative and operational support
Flexible partnership pathways with long-term leadership potential
Confidential Inquiries
All inquiries and applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.
This is an excellent prospect for an entrepreneurial solicitor seeking to grow an established practice while benefiting from an expanding national platform, international collaboration opportunities, and a firm committed to long-term growth.
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.
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📌 Corporate / Commercial Solicitor (5-10 Years Call) (Alberta)
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📍 Alberta