Associate - Disputes

We are BLG: Canada’s Law Firm. Our culture is one of vigilance and curiosity, Firm-wide collaboration, unfailing mutual respect and dedication. We pride ourselves on having standout talent and delivering an exceptional client experience.

We are a future-minded Firm delivering high-value advice and known for our unwavering commitment to innovation, diversity and inclusion, community involvement and talent development. Learn more about us at www.blg.com.

The Vancouver office of Borden Ladner Gervais LLP (BLG), Canada’s leading, innovative and client-focused law firm, is seeking an:

Associate – Disputes

Through our distinctive client-focused approach, you will grow your career working with leading professionals as part of a creative, multi-disciplinary team. This is an ideal position for a lawyer committed to exceeding clients’ goals and changing the future. Top professionals who want to innovate and collaborate should apply. Right from the start you will have the strength of our people and the BLG brand behind you.

We are looking for

BLG’s Disputes Group is looking for a candidate with 2-4 years of civil and/or commercial litigation and regulatory experience to join its team.

In particular, the ideal candidate will have experience with the following:

• Advising and representing clients in environmental, regulatory, natural resource, and transportation-related matters.
• Advising and representing clients on product liability, professional negligence, insurance, health, and privacy-related matters.
• Advising and representing clients on matters before the British Columbia and Federal courts and various administrative tribunals.

How to Apply

Applicants are welcome to apply through Careers | Legal Professionals | BLG. Please include a cover letter, resume, and copies of your law school and undergraduate transcripts. If you have any questions regarding the position, please feel free to contact Miranda Miyahara (Manager, Professional Recruiting and Student Programs) directly at MMiyahara@blg.com.

We thank all applicants for their interest in this position, however, only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted.

Everyone at BLG is required to carry out the duties of their role while upholding the important principles of our respectful workplace policies, and treating everyone with respect, regardless of position. At BLG, valuing diversity and inclusion is key to a respectful workplace.

*Please note that relatives of current BLG employees and partners are not eligible for consideration.

The expected salary range for this position is $130,000 - $165,000, depending on level of experience, region/location, and other factors.

BLG is committed to building a diverse workplace reflective of the communities we serve and to fostering an inclusive culture where Firm members feel valued, respected and inspired to thrive as their authentic selves.  We value diversity of thought and the unique skills, perspectives and experience each individual brings to BLG. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and encourage applicants from members of groups that have been historically underrepresented, including but not limited to First Nations, Métis and Inuit Peoples, racialized individuals, persons with disabilities, people who identify as women and/or LGBTQ2S+. 

We also strive to provide an accessible candidate experience. Please let us know if you need any accommodations during the recruitment process.