Litigation Lawyer - Expression of Interest

Drysdale Bacon McStravick LLP

$100K — $120K *
Legal & Accounting
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Member of the Law Society of BC or eligible for membership
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365, Amicus Attorney, DivorceMate, PCLaw, and Primafact
  • Strong advocacy and negotiation skills
  • Solid practice management skills and business acumen
  • Current book of work is an asset

Responsibilities

  • Draft legal documents, briefs, pleadings, and agreements
  • Conduct legal research to support case strategies
  • Advise clients on legal matters
  • Represent clients in various proceedings and negotiations
  • Coordinate discovery processes and manage case documentation
  • Communicate effectively with clients to provide updates and guidance
  • Collaborate with associates and partners for efficient case management
  • Supervise support staff in their duties
  • Demonstrate strong advocacy and negotiation skills
  • Manage your caseload effectively
  • Network and market to grow your legal practice

Benefits

  • Clear path to partnership within the firm
  • 100% employer-paid premiums for extended health, dental, and AD&D insurance
  • Life and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Formal bonus structure based on collected fees
  • Annual fitness benefit
  • Vacation time starting at 3 weeks
  • Additional benefits
Full Job Description
  • Opportunity to join a law firm that believes in work-life balance
  • Receive a competitive salaries, negotiable based on knowledge and experience, plus benefits!


About the Opportunity

If you wish to be considered for any future opportunities at DBM Law, we invite you to complete this application and upload your resume. We will retain the information for six months and reach out to you should a matching position arise.

Lawyers at DBM provide legal expertise and support to clients, handling a diverse caseload while working closely with partners and junior associates to deliver effective legal solutions.

Your key responsibilities will include:

  • Drafting legal documents, briefs, pleadings, and agreements
  • Conducting legal research to support case strategies
  • Advising clients
  • Representing clients in administrative proceedings, court proceedings, negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution processes
  • Coordinating discovery processes and managing case-related documentation
  • Communicating effectively with clients to provide updates and legal guidance
  • Collaborating with associates and partners to ensure efficient case management
  • Supervising support staff in the performance of their duties
  • Demonstrating strong advocacy and negotiation skills in client representation
  • Managing your caseload with solid practice management techniques
  • Networking and marketing to build and grow your legal practice
More About You

To qualify, you will need to be a member of the Law Society of BC (or eligible for membership without the need for articles).

Additionally, the following skills and background will be highly valued:

  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office 365, Amicus Attorney, DivorceMate, PCLaw and Primafact
  • Strong advocacy and negotiating skills
  • Solid practice management skills and business acumen
  • A current book of work would be an asset


As our ideal candidate, you will possess strong interpersonal and communication skills, ensuring clear, empathetic, and effective interactions with clients. Your ability to work collaboratively in a team environment, combined with your proactive approach to managing cases and developing your practice, will set you up for success. We value individuals who are client-focused, detail-oriented, and eager to contribute to a supportive, dynamic firm culture.

Opportunities at DBM are aimed at driven legal professionals seeking to grow their practice, make a meaningful impact with clients, and pursue a clear path to partnership within an established, client-focused firm.

About the Benefits

In exchange for your hard work, you'll be rewarded with an attractive salary, negotiable based on experience and breadth of practice, plus the following benefits:

  • Clear path to partnership - a defined opportunity to become a partner within the firm
  • 100% employer-paid premiums for extended health, dental, AD&D insurance
  • Life and long-term disability insurance
  • Employee Assistance Plan
  • Formal bonus structure, based upon collected fees
  • Annual fitness benefit
  • Vacation time starting at 3 weeks
  • And more!


Ready to take the next step in your legal career? Apply now and grow your practice with us!

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