Build Your Litigation Career with a Leading Insurance Defence Team DWF is seeking an experienced Litigation Associate (5
- 9 years’ call) to join our growing Calgary office. This is an exceptional opportunity for a motivated individual with an established interest in litigation to hone advocacy skills, work on complex and high-profile matters, and build a successful long-term practice within a collaborative and supportive team environment. This position is ideal for a lawyer looking to take the next step in their litigation career. Work on sophisticated insurance defence and civil litigation matters Gain meaningful exposure to clients and litigation strategy Develop a practice within one of Canada’s leading litigation teams As a member of our Alberta litigation team you will: Manage and contribute to a variety of insurance defence and civil litigation matters Draft pleadings, briefs, applications, opinions and other litigation materials Conduct legal research and provide strategic recommendations What will help you succeed in this role? 5
- 9 years of post‑call civil litigation experience Experience in insurance defence litigation is preferred; candidates with strong civil litigation experience from other practice areas are encouraged to apply Familiarity with the Alberta Rules of Court and litigation procedures Strong legal research, drafting,
and analytical skills Our goal is to provide an setting where lawyers can develop a rewarding career while building a sustainable fulfilling practice: Opportunities to work with leading national and international clients Access to a global network of legal and business professionals Ongoing professional development and continuing legal education support A commitment to career growth and long‑term development Flexible work arrangements that support work-life balance Opportunities to contribute to community engagement and pro‑b‑no activities Comprehensive health and dental coverage Long‑term disability insurance Flexible work arrangement options DWF (formerly Whitelaw Twining) is a successful global law firm with a strong focus on litigation and offices in Calgary, Vancouver, Toronto, and Montréal. Our Canadian team is recognized as an industry leader in insurance defence, commercial litigation, construction, bodily injury, and alternative dispute resolution. Our lawyers benefit from the strength of an international organization while continuing to enjoy the collaborative culture and entrepreneurial spirit that have long defined our Canadian practice. DWF is proud of its strong mentorship, professional development programs, and commitment to community engagement. #
📌 Senior Litigation Associate (Canada)
🏢 DWF
📍 Canada