Our client, a reputable law firm, is seeking a skilled and experienced Litigator to join their agile team in Abbotsford, BC. They pride themselves on providing top-notch legal services to their clients and offer a collaborative and supportive work environment for their employees to thrive.
They are seeking a talented and motivated Commercial Litigator with 5+ years of experience to handle a diverse workload. The ideal candidates will have a solid background in general litigation and construction law, excellent advocacy skills and a proven track record of success in representing clients in complex litigation matters.
Qualifications:
J.D. from an accredited law school
Active member in positive standing of the Law Society of British Columbia
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to think strategically
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Proven track record of achieving successful outcomes for clients
Key Responsibilities:
Manage a workload of commercial construction litigation matters from inception to resolution
Conduct legal research, analysis and drafting of pleadings, motions, briefs, and other legal documents.
Represent clients in mediations, arbitrations, and court proceedings
Provide strategic legal advice and counsel to clients on various construction law issues, including contract disputes, payment disputes, and construction defects.
Collaborate with partners, associates, and support staff to efficiently handle client matters and achieve successful outcomes
Stay current with developments in construction law and litigation practices to ensure the highest level of representation for clients.
Benefits:
$140,000 - $160,000 annual salary, based on skill and experience
Performance-based bonus program
Health spending account
Professional development opportunities and support for continuing legal education
Flexible work arrangements and a healthy work-life balance
This posting represents an active and genuine vacancy with one 3 Step Recruitment’s clients and is not for speculative or pipeline recruitment.
3 Step Recruitment and/or our Clients may use, from time to time, AI-assisted tools to support the screening and evaluation of applications; however, these tools are not intended to replace human judgement or decision-making in the hiring process.