We’re hiring a Family Lawyer (2+ Years’ Experience) to join our growing boutique law firm in South Calgary. This role is ideal for a lawyer who enjoys family law but wants to practise it with more autonomy, less bureaucracy, and a genuinely supportive team around them .

At DLegal, we believe experienced lawyers do their best work when they are trusted to manage their files, build strong client relationships, and use their own judgment — without unnecessary layers of management.

What You’ll Do Manage your own family law files from intake through resolution

Advise clients on separation, divorce, parenting, child and spousal support, and property division

Draft and negotiate separation agreements, parenting agreements, cohabitation agreements, and other family law documents

Attend mediations, judicial dispute resolutions, applications, and other court appearances as required

Communicate directly with clients and guide them through what is often one of the most difficult periods of their lives

Work independently while having access to a collaborative team when you want another perspective

What We’re Looking For 2+ years of Alberta family law experience

Strong knowledge of Alberta family law legislation and procedure





Experience managing files independently

Strong drafting, negotiation, and client-management skills

Confidence appearing before the Alberta Court of Justice and Court of King’s Bench

Practical judgment and a solution-focused approach

Someone who is organized, responsive, and comfortable taking ownership of their practice

Why DLegal? We’re a boutique firm, which means you won’t disappear into a large hierarchy.

You’ll have: Real autonomy over your files A supportive team and experienced administrative staff

Modern practice-management systems and established workflows

Flexibility in how you manage your practice

Opportunities to grow your own client base and qualified profile The ability to expand into other practice areas if that interests you A professional environment without micromanagement or office politics

We care about excellent legal work, but we also care about being practical, approachable, and human with our clients.

If you’re a seasoned family lawyer who wants more ownership of your practice without having to build a firm from scratch , we’d love to hear from you.

📌 Family Lawyer (2+ Years) — Calgary
🏢 DLegal Law Office
📍 Calgary