Location: Calgary, AB Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent Work Arrangement: Hybrid The Opportunity A highly regarded national 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 grow their practice on a cooperative national platform. The firm combines the resources and capabilities of a full-service national practice with the accessibility, flexibility, and collegial culture of a close-knit office.

Existing work is available across several key practice areas, making this an excellent opportunity for a lawyer who can complement that workflow with an established client base while continuing to build their practice.

Practice

Focus

Corporate and commercial transactions

Banking and finance

Commercial real estate

Mergers and acquisitions

Franchise law

Tax-related transactions and corporate reorganizations

General business advisory services Key Responsibilities

Manage and grow an existing portfolio of corporate and commercial clients

Advise private businesses, lenders, investors, developers, and entrepreneurs

Draft and negotiate commercial agreements and transactional documents

Lead financing, acquisition, reorganization, and commercial real estate transactions

Build and strengthen long-term client relationships

Collaborate with lawyers across the firm's national platform to deliver comprehensive legal solutions

Participate in business development and community engagement initiatives Qualifications

5-10+ years of solicitor-side experience

Strong background in corporate and commercial law

Experience in banking and finance, commercial real estate, mergers and acquisitions, franchising, and/or tax-related matters

Partial portable book of business preferred





Demonstrated ability to independently manage sophisticated transactions

Strong client relationship and business development skills

Excellent drafting, negotiation, and communication abilities

Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta Compensation The firm offers flexible compensation structures designed to support experienced lawyers at different stages of practice, including Associate, Of Counsel, Non-Equity Partner, and Equity Partner arrangements.

Compensation combines production- and origination-based incentives with flexible draw or base salary options, depending on the role. The structure is designed to reward business development, client service, and long-term practice growth. Details will be discussed confidentially with qualified candidates.

Why This

Opportunity

Highly regarded national platform with an established Alberta presence

Collegial, entrepreneurial office environment

Existing workflow to complement and support your practice

Cross-office referrals and collaboration with lawyers across Canada

Hybrid work environment supporting flexibility and collaboration

Strong administrative and operational support

Multiple partnership pathways with long-term leadership opportunities Confidential Inquiries

All inquiries and applications will be handled with strict confidentiality. This is an outstanding opportunity for an entrepreneurial solicitor seeking to expand an established practice while benefiting from the resources of a national firm and a collaborative, business-focused culture. 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.

📌 Corporate / Commercial Solicitor (5-10+ Years Call) (Calgary)
🏢 gpac
📍 Calgary