Are you a seasoned litigator who thrives on complex work, strong client relationships, and meaningful team leadership? At Hammerco, we’re looking for a driven lawyer with 6+ years of experience who wants to grow a lasting practice inside a national firm known for authenticity, trust, and a culture that invests in its people.

What You’ll Do

Core Legal Work

- Lead trials, mediations, discoveries, and complex files independently.
- Originate and manage files through your established network.
- Develop and refine legal precedents for the team.
- Mentor and collaborate with lawyers at all levels.
- Conduct sophisticated research and deepen expertise in 1–2 sub‑practice areas.
- Navigate the full litigation lifecycle strategically to maximize file value.
- Deliver outstanding client care across jurisdictions and client types.
- Lead PNC calls and prepare high‑quality correspondence, settlement documents, and demands.
- Review and redact documents, interview witnesses, and appear on applications.
- Support senior lawyers in trial prep or act as second chair as needed.
- Manage escalated client concerns with professionalism and clarity.

Business Development & Practice Growth

- Represent the firm as a speaker or writer at internal and external events.
- Partner across sub‑practice groups to develop new business opportunities.
- Contribute to billing and file‑opening targets with an entrepreneurial mindset.
- Grow and maintain a strong qualified network and recognizable personal brand.

Leadership & Team Engagement

- Coach junior litigators and provide thoughtful, practical guidance.
- Stay ahead of deadlines, limitation periods, and client expectations.




- Champion firm values and contribute to culture‑building initiatives.
- Perform additional tasks as required by Partner(s).

What You Bring

- Called to the BC Bar with 6–12 years of practice experience.
- 3–5 years of experience in one or more of: Real Estate, Securities, Bankruptcy, Insurance, Professional Negligence.
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
- A strong professional and community network.
- Exceptional conflict‑resolution skills and client‑service instincts.
- Proven ability to work independently while elevating team performance.
- Entrepreneurial drive with interest in practice development.
- Demonstrated research strength and comfort working fully paperless.
- Positive, proactive, solutions‑focused mindset.
- Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
- Strong prioritization, communication, and time‑management skills.
- Ability to remain composed and constructive in challenging situations.

Why Hammerco

- Hybrid flexibility with a modern, fully cloud‑based tech stack.
- A diverse and inclusive team with meaningful leadership pathways.
- Robust support for business development, mentorship, and career growth.
- A national‑scale vision paired with a genuinely people‑first culture.
- Plus: a dog‑friendly office and regular social events.

Salary Range: $145,000–$165,000, with potential for higher placement depending on year of call, experience, and skillset.

If you want to build a lasting practice with a collaborative, forward‑thinking team, we’d love to meet you.

Apply with your CV + confidential note.

*Hammerco is not working with recruiters for this role

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📌 Associate Lawyer – Commercial Litigation (Vancouver)
🏢 Hammerco Lawyers
📍 Vancouver