Duncan Craig LLP is a mid-market full-service law firm based in downtown Edmonton. 2024 marks our 130th anniversary as a law firm dedicated to providing a full range of legal services to businesses, entrepreneurs, institutions, and individuals in Alberta. We are a community-focused law firm, and we strongly believe that part of our business should include contributing to the development of the communities where our clients and we live.
We are searching for an experienced commercial litigation lawyer to work effectively within our Litigation Group. The litigation group at Duncan Craig LLP provides legal services to individuals, owner managed businesses, and large institutions in the areas of commercial and construction litigation, insurance & risk management, employment law, administrative law, shareholders disputes, and other general litigation matters. You will have experience in one or more of the following areas: shareholder disputes, employment matters, commercial lease disputes, construction claims or builders’ liens.
The successful candidate will have 3–5 years of post-call experience, with proven experience independently managing files and clients and Court or arbitration experience. You will possess outstanding conflict resolution, negotiation, and communication skills and be highly motivated, reliable and client centric. You must also work well in a team environment. Duncan Craig LLP strives to create a desirable work environment by offering competitive salaries, opportunities for mentorship and career growth, and general career support.
Your Skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Effective attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy.
- High level of integrity, confidentiality, and accountability.
- Strong work ethic and positive team attitude.
- Exceptional ability to identify problems, critically analyze, and curate resolutions.
- Strong practice management abilities: including planning, prioritization, and execution skills.
- Strong teamwork and team building abilities, with ability to work independently.
- Able to build and maintain lasting relationships with key business partners and a variety of client contacts.
Qualifications
JD or LLB required; Admitted to Alberta Bar
- Practicing lawyer with 3-5 years post-call experience
- In good standing with the Law Society of Alberta
Compensation & Extras
Competitive base salary and exceptional bonus structure
- Three to four weeks vacation (depending on year of call)
- 100% funded medical and dental benefit plan
- Health Spending Account
- On-site fitness centre
- Professional development, mentorship, and educational support
- Business development and marketing budget, with access to onsite marketing professional
- Opportunity for growth within the firm
- A flexible approach to balancing work and personal responsibilities
If you are interested in becoming a member of our dynamic team, please forward your resume and cover letter to the Director of People and Development at ebanick@dcllp.com. Only qualified applicants will be considered and contacted for an interview. We look forward to hearing from you!