Full Job Description
Join a global firm's high-performing litigation team and step into a role built for a true self starter who likes to own the file, drive strategy, and show up ready for real courtroom work. This opportunity is ideal for a commercial litigator who wants sophisticated disputes (including injunctions and restrictive covenant matters, appellate work, and other high-stakes commercial conflicts) alongside a busy partner group that's growing fast and seeing an influx of cross-border work. If you're looking for strong mentorship without micromanagement and extensive opportunities for development in the US market, apply today!
Compensation
• $145,000+, commensurate with experience
• Averygenerous above market discretionary bonus
Benefits & Perks
• Excellent benefits package
• A clear, performance-based pathway to equity partnership (no non-equity tier), supported by a formal partnership readiness program
Responsibilities
• Manage and advance commercial litigation files efficiently,handling multiple moving pieces with minimal supervision
• Support a diverse disputes practice spanning commercial litigation, injunctions, restrictive covenants, appellate work, and other sophisticated matters
• Draft and review high-quality litigation materials, including pleadings, applications, affidavits, and written advocacy
• Appear in court and contribute to hearings and other litigation processes (meaningful courtroom exposure is expected)
Qualifications
• Be called to the BC Bar and be in good standing
• 3+ years of post call experience with an emphasis on complex commercial disputes
• Excellent court room experience with a strong familiarity with BC court filings, documents, and processes
• Excellent legal writing and attention to detail, with a self-starter mindset accompanied by a proactive approach to practice management
