Associate
- New Westminster, BC, Canada
Full-time
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Original job description
Company Description Sea to Sky Law is a Canadian law practice serving clients across a range of legal needs. The firm is based in New Westminster, BC and is committed to providing accessible, practical legal solutions. Sea to Sky Law values professionalism, integrity, and client-centered service, and aims to make the legal process clear and understandable. Team members work collaboratively in a supportive environment that encourages continuous learning and development. The firm embraces modern technology and flexible work practices to better serve both clients and staff.
Role Description The Associate will work full time in a hybrid arrangement, primarily based in New Westminster, BC, with some work-from-home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing a caseload, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, contracts, and other legal documents, and appearing at hearings or negotiations as required. The role involves meeting with clients, providing legal advice, maintaining detailed file records, and communicating regularly about case status and strategy. The Associate will collaborate with other team members, support senior counsel as needed, and contribute to internal initiatives that improve processes and client services. The position requires consistent, professional client interaction and adherence to applicable ethical and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
Role Description The Associate will work full time in a hybrid arrangement, primarily based in New Westminster, BC, with some work-from-home flexibility. Day-to-day responsibilities include managing a caseload, conducting legal research, drafting pleadings, contracts, and other legal documents, and appearing at hearings or negotiations as required. The role involves meeting with clients, providing legal advice, maintaining detailed file records, and communicating regularly about case status and strategy. The Associate will collaborate with other team members, support senior counsel as needed, and contribute to internal initiatives that improve processes and client services. The position requires consistent, professional client interaction and adherence to applicable ethical and regulatory standards.
Qualifications
- Licensed to practice law in British Columbia, in good standing with the Law Society of BC.
- Demonstrated experience with legal research, drafting, and file management in a law firm or similar setting.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including clear client communication and professional correspondence.
- Ability to manage multiple files, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines with attention to detail.
- Comfort with legal practice technology, including document management systems, research tools, and virtual meeting platforms.
- Commitment to ethical practice, client confidentiality, and inclusive, non-discriminatory client service.
- Collaborative approach to working with colleagues, combined with the ability to work independently in a hybrid environment.
- Previous experience in litigation, family law, or another relevant practice area is an asset.
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Responsibilities
Manage a caseload, conduct legal research, draft legal documents, advise clients, maintain detailed files, and appear at hearings or negotiations as needed. Collaborate with colleagues, support senior counsel, communicate case updates and strategy, and contribute to improvements in processes and client services.
Requirements
Applicants must be licensed to practice law in British Columbia and in good standing with the Law Society of BC, with experience in legal research, drafting, and file management. Strong communication, organization, technology, ethical practice, and collaboration skills are required; experience in litigation, family law, or another relevant practice area is an asset.
Skills
- Legal Research
- Legal Drafting
- File Management
- Client Communication
- Caseload Management
- Task Prioritization
- Deadline Management
- Attention To Detail
- Legal Practice Technology
- Document Management Systems
- Virtual Meeting Platforms
- Client Service
- Ethical Practice
- Confidentiality
- Collaboration
- Independent Work
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Categories
- Legal
Keywords
- Law Practice
- British Columbia
- Law Society Of BC
- Legal Research
- Pleadings
- Contracts
- Legal Documents
- Litigation
- Family Law
- File Management
- Caseload Management
- Client Advice
- Hearings
- Negotiations
- Document Management Systems
- Research Tools
- Virtual Meeting Platforms
- Client Confidentiality
- Ethical Standards
- Hybrid Work