Associate Lawyer

Our client is a well-established, full-service defence litigation firm with a significant presence in Western Canada. The firm maintains a diverse insurance and complex litigation practice and is experiencing continued growth.
The firm offers a flexible hybrid work arrangement, with three days per week in-office in Vancouver and two days remote.
Responsibilities
Manage a variety of insurance defence litigation files, primarily involving general liability matters, including occupiers' liability, liquor liability, sports and recreation, product liability and personal injury claims.
Handle litigation files with increasing autonomy while collaborating with senior lawyers.
Conduct examinations for discovery, mediations, motions and court appearances.
Draft pleadings, legal opinions, mediation briefs and other written advocacy materials.
Develop litigation strategies, assess liability and exposure, and provide practical legal advice to clients.
Build and maintain strong client relationships.
Participate in marketing and business development initiatives.
Requirements
Called to the British Columbia Bar with 3-7 years of litigation experience.
Strong experience in insurance defence litigation, particularly general liability and personal injury matters.
Experience independently managing litigation files and conducting discoveries, mediations and court appearances.
Excellent legal research, drafting, written advocacy and oral advocacy skills.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities and deadlines.
Commercially minded, with strong interpersonal skills and an interest in long-term professional growth within a firm.
Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.
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