Legal Associate (Law Graduate / Stagiaire) - Business Development

FWCanada is a Montreal-based Immigration Law Firm specializing in providing high-quality, transparent, and efficient immigration services. We assist clients with Temporary Resident Permits, Criminal Rehabilitation, Study Permits, Work Permits, and more. Our goal is to exceed the service quality offered by larger Canadian immigration law firms.

Our clientele includes career professionals such as business leaders, physicians, and university professors, as well as high-profile individuals, including celebrities and athletes. We also help individuals secure entry waivers to Canada when they are otherwise inadmissible. Operating primarily online, we provide a youthful, dynamic, and non-traditional law firm experience.

Role Overview

FWCanada is seeking a motivated law graduate or articling student (stagiaire) to join our Business Development team. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys meeting new people, building relationships, and applying legal knowledge to help prospective clients navigate complex Canadian immigration matters.

Working closely with our lawyers, you will conduct initial legal assessments, identify potential immigration pathways, and guide prospective clients through the early stages of the legal process. This position combines legal analysis with client relationship management and is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop practical experience in Canadian immigration law.

This is an on-site position based in Montreal, Quebec.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct initial consultations with prospective clients to obtain relevant facts and perform preliminary assessments of potential immigration options under the supervision of a lawyer.
• Assess prospective cases involving Temporary Resident Permits, Criminal Rehabilitation, Study Permits, Work Permits, and other Canadian immigration matters.
• Explain immigration processes, required documentation, and next steps to prospective clients in a clear and professional manner.
• Conduct legal research and assist in analyzing complex immigration and inadmissibility issues.
• Prepare consultation summaries, maintain accurate client records, and ensure information collected is complete and well organized.
• Communicate with prospective clients, existing clients, and lawyer referral sources by telephone and email.
• Build trusted relationships with prospective clients while maintaining a high standard of professionalism and client service.
• Manage multiple consultations and leads while ensuring timely follow-up and excellent client care.
• Work collaboratively with lawyers and the legal team to facilitate the transition from consultation to file opening.

The ideal candidate is an empathetic and personable professional who genuinely enjoys helping people through challenging situations. They build trust quickly, communicate with confidence and professionalism, and possess exceptional organizational skills.

They are intellectually curious, enjoy solving complex legal problems, and are comfortable balancing independent work with collaboration. They take initiative, learn quickly, and thrive in a fast-paced environment where delivering an outstanding client experience is just as important as strong legal analysis.

Qualifications:

• Law degree (LL.B., J.D., or equivalent) from a recognized institution.
• Eligible to complete, or currently completing, articling (stage) is considered a strong asset.
• Demonstrated interest in Canadian immigration law.
• Previous experience in immigration law or legal case management is an asset.
• Strong legal research, writing, and analytical skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to analyze complex factual and legal issues.
• Outstanding organizational and time-management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Fluency in English (written and spoken); French and additional languages are considered assets.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to providing exceptional client service.

What we offer:

• A dynamic, collaborative, and entrepreneurial work environment in Montreal.
• Mentorship and hands-on experience working alongside experienced immigration lawyers.
• Exposure to sophisticated and unique immigration matters involving individuals, professionals, entrepreneurs, and public figures.
• Meaningful opportunities for professional growth and long-term career development within a rapidly growing immigration law firm.

How to Apply

If you are interested in joining our team, please send your CV to ***email_hidden*** with "APPLICATION" in the subject line.