ASSOCIATE LAWYER, LITIGATION PRACTICE (3 TO 6 YEARS)

Carscallen LLP is seeking an Associate to join our Litigation group. The successful candidate will have 3 to 6 years of experience in corporate and commercial litigation matters. Carscallen offers an environment that supports long-term career growth, allowing you to continue building your litigation practice alongside experienced counsel. The Role Managing a caseload of corporate and commercial litigation files, including shareholder, contractual and commercial disputes, from inception through resolution.Drafting pleadings, affidavits, briefs and other court materials, and conducting legal research.Preparing for and conducting questioning, chambers applications, mediations and other dispute resolution proceedings.Advising clients directly on litigation strategy, risk and resolution options. We Are Looking For A litigation lawyer with: Membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta.3 to 6 years of litigation experience in private practice in Canada, with a focus on corporate and commercial litigation matters. Candidates with additional areas of focus, including employment, construction and family law litigation, are encouraged to apply.Experience appearing before the courts of Alberta and managing files with a degree of independence.Strong advocacy, research, writing and client communication skills. Why Carscallen? We offer: Room to build a practice: an entrepreneurial environment with the opportunity to develop your own clients and grow your litigation practice.Opportunity for professional growth within an inclusive and business-focused work environment, with dedicated mentorship and team support.A path to succession with opportunities to take on established client relationships.Meaningful mid-market litigation work: we act on substantive files and offer direct client contact and regular advocacy opportunities.A competitive compensation and benefits structure, with a rewarding bonus program and a reasonable billable hours target. If you are interested in joining our Litigation team, please submit your cover letter and resume via the careers page on our website: https://carscallen.com/careers/. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.