Corporate and Securities Associate (4-6 Year Call)

Overview

Lawson Lundell LLP is seeking a talented and highly motivated corporate and securities lawyer with 4+ years of experience to join our Vancouver office. As a member of our leading corporate and securities team, you will have the opportunity to grow and thrive in a collaborative and supportive environment while handling complex legal matters.

Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading full-service business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary, and Yellowknife. The firm is known for its practical and strategic approach to legal and business problems. Our firm has received national and international recognition, including being named "Regional Law Firm of the Year - Western Canada" at the Canadian Law Awards.

At Lawson Lundell LLP, we prioritize creating a positive and supportive work environment where everyone can thrive. Our Vancouver office embodies this culture with its friendly and collaborative atmosphere. Associates receive dedicated mentorship from senior lawyers and will be supported to build connections with lawyers from the firm\'s other offices. We believe that teamwork is essential to providing the highest quality legal services, and we actively foster a cooperative and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the representation of acquirers, targets, boards, committees, shareholder groups and financial advisors in public and private mergers & acquisitions, divestitures, reorganizations, going-private transactions and other strategic transactions (both domestic and cross-border).
• Draft, review and negotiate key transactional documentation (such as share/asset purchase agreements, subscription agreements and plan of arrangement documents) consistent with the firm’s market-leading work.
• Support public and private issuers and investors in equity and debt financings, including drafting offering documents, participating in structuring and execution, and coordinating regulatory processes where applicable.
• Assist boards and majority and minority shareholders in corporate governance matters.
• Advise clients regarding securities regulatory compliance, continuous disclosure obligations, and stock exchange requirements.
• Build and maintain strong client relationships; support business development and knowledge-sharing initiatives within the Corporate & Securities group and across the firm.
• Manage multiple matters concurrently, deliver high-quality work products under time-sensitive deadlines, and contribute proactively to team workflow.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience within corporate transactions, corporate finance and securities law
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Confidence in engaging and interacting with clients
• Exceptional work ethic and commitment to client service
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills

Interested candidates are encouraged to submit their application to Allison Jackson, Chief Legal Talent and Inclusion Officer.

We thank all applicants for their interest and will contact those with whom we wish to schedule an interview.