Commercial Litigation Associate (5-10 Years Call)
- Edmonton, AB, Canada
$150,200 to $203,000 CAD / year · Full-time
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Job details
- Pay
- $150,200 to $203,000 CAD / year
- Job type
- Full-time
- Apply by
- Experience
- 5-10 years of commercial litigation experience
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
A leading global law firm is seeking an experienced litigation associate (5-10 years call) to join its Edmonton office.
The Opportunity
This is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing litigation team handling a complex and diverse mix of disputes work. The successful candidate will work on sophisticated matters across multiple industries while benefiting from a globally integrated platform.
Practice Focus
- General commercial litigation
- International arbitration
- Fraud and asset recovery
- Construction, projects, and environmental litigation
- Manage litigation files independently with minimal supervision
- Draft pleadings, briefs, and other litigation materials
- Navigate Alberta court processes, filings, and procedures
- Develop case strategy and progress files efficiently
- Represent clients in mediations, discoveries, and court proceedings
- Communicate directly with clients and provide strategic legal advice
- 5-10 years of commercial litigation experience
- Strong familiarity with Alberta court rules and procedures
- Proven ability to manage files independently and meet deadlines
- Excellent advocacy, drafting, and analytical skills
- Strong attention to detail and written communication
- Experience working with sophisticated clients across industries is an asset
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta
- Exposure to complex, high-value disputes and cross-border matters
- Global platform with strong resources and client base
- Opportunity to develop expertise across multiple litigation areas
- Collaborative and high-functioning team environment
- Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits
All inquiries will be handled with strict confidentiality.
This is an ideal opportunity for a mid-to-senior litigator seeking to take on sophisticated work, operate with autonomy, and grow within a global platform.
Application Process: To apply, please submit a cover letter and CV by email, confidentially to shannon.flower@gogpac.com or call 986-999-4419.
Only those shortlisted for an interview will be contacted.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
More about this job
Responsibilities
Independently manage commercial litigation files, develop case strategies, and prepare pleadings, briefs, and other litigation materials. Represent clients in mediations, discoveries, and court proceedings, while communicating directly with clients and providing strategic legal advice.
Requirements
Requires 5–10 years of commercial litigation experience, familiarity with Alberta court rules and procedures, and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta. Candidates should be able to manage files independently, meet deadlines, and demonstrate strong advocacy, drafting, analytical, and written communication skills.
Skills
- Commercial Litigation
- File Management
- Legal Drafting
- Case Strategy
- Alberta Court Procedures
- Advocacy
- Analytical Skills
- Client Communication
- Mediation
- Discovery
- International Arbitration
- Fraud And Asset Recovery
- Construction Litigation
- Environmental Litigation
- Deadline Management
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation
- Comprehensive Benefits
Visa sponsorship
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Hiring contact
Shannon Flower
Hiring contact email
shannon.flower@gogpac.com
Categories
- Legal
Keywords
- Commercial Litigation
- International Arbitration
- Fraud And Asset Recovery
- Construction Litigation
- Environmental Litigation
- Alberta Court Rules
- Court Filings
- Pleadings
- Legal Briefs
- Case Strategy
- File Management
- Mediation
- Discovery
- Court Proceedings
- Client Advisory
- Advocacy
- Legal Drafting
- Cross-Border Disputes
- Law Society Of Alberta