Job Description

Associate Family Lawyer

Taylor, Tait, Ruley & Company is a well-established, full-service law firm located in downtown Mission, B.C., committed to providing exceptional service. We are currently looking for a family lawyer with a minimum of 2 years' experience to join our dedicated team of lawyers and support staff.

What we offer:

- Competitive salary and benefits package (extended health and dental)
- Generous paid time off (office closes between Christmas and New Years')
- A friendly, positive, and relaxed work environment
- Opportunity for professional growth and continued education

Desired Qualifications / Attributes:

- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school
- Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
- Minimum of two (2) years' recent experience in family law
- Comfortable managing files independently from start to finish
- Knowledgeable in a wide range of family law matters, including separation agreements, spousal maintenance and asset division
- Experience drafting pleadings and speaking to chambers applications
- Strong written, verbal and advocacy skills
- Enthusiastic about growing a practice, self-motivated with a strong work ethic and exceptional interpersonal skills

The Opportunity:

- Run files from start to finish, including instructing support staff and taking client instructions
- Conduct legal research, draft pleadings, applications and orders
- Speak to chambers applications and conduct other court proceedings, including examinations for discovery, pre-trial proceedings and trials

Salary range is commensurate with experience.

If you meet the above requirements, please send your resume with a cover letter.

While we thank all those who apply, only individuals being considered for the position will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: $100,000.00-$150,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care Flexible schedule Life insurance On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Work Location: In person