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Workplace (Labour and Employment) Lawyer – Taylor Janis LLP Vancouver Office
Taylor Janis LLP is a boutique labour and employment law firm with offices in Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver.
We are a collegial law firm and are currently looking for an enthusiastic, service-oriented Associate Lawyer to join our Vancouver Office who shares our passion for providing quality legal services within a team of dedicated lawyers and paralegals.
JOB TYPE
Associate Lawyer
Remuneration range: $100,000 - $250,000 per year, plus benefits. Professional dues and insurance paid for by Taylor Janis LLP.
Job Type: Full-time, Vancouver Office
Benefits include:
Dental care
REQUIREMENTS AND CANDIDATE ASSETS
The ideal candidate will:
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) is required.
Be a member of good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia or is able to become an active member at the time of hire;
Possess two to five years of relevant work experience;
Have demonstrated excellent advocacy, conflict resolution, negotiation, and communication skills;
Have developed strong research and writing skills as well as a demonstrated ability to navigate complex issues;
Have proven effective client and practice management skills; and
Is self-motivated and can work independently but also values working collaboratively with other lawyers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing day-to-day strategic advice on a variety of labour and employment matters including discipline, terminations, application of several different pieces of legislation, human rights matters, WCB and other insurance or disability-related matters, collective agreement review and interpretation, employment contracts.
Providing client advice, develop appropriate litigation strategies, and preparing written and oral arguments.
Drafting and providing legal advice in relation to negotiating settlement and/or severance agreements.
Drafting and negotiating employment contracts.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Access to keen mentorship in a collegial and welcoming environment in order to develop the skills and knowledge needed;
Work in an interesting, rewarding, and ever-changing area of the law;
Access to comprehensive legal software;
Use of a highly skilled paralegal; and
A flexible work arrangement that allows for a hybrid practice and work from home technical support.
GENERAL
We thank all applicants for their interest in this employment opportunity. However, only those candidates considered for the position will be contacted.
We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $100,000.00-$250,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
Taylor Janis LLP is a boutique labour and employment law firm with offices in Edmonton, Calgary, and Vancouver.
We are a collegial law firm and are currently looking for an enthusiastic, service-oriented Associate Lawyer to join our Vancouver Office who shares our passion for providing quality legal services within a team of dedicated lawyers and paralegals.
JOB TYPE
Associate Lawyer
Remuneration range: $100,000 - $250,000 per year, plus benefits. Professional dues and insurance paid for by Taylor Janis LLP.
Job Type: Full-time, Vancouver Office
Benefits include:
Dental care
REQUIREMENTS AND CANDIDATE ASSETS
The ideal candidate will:
Bachelor of Laws (LLB) or Juris Doctor (J.D.) is required.
Be a member of good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia or is able to become an active member at the time of hire;
Possess two to five years of relevant work experience;
Have demonstrated excellent advocacy, conflict resolution, negotiation, and communication skills;
Have developed strong research and writing skills as well as a demonstrated ability to navigate complex issues;
Have proven effective client and practice management skills; and
Is self-motivated and can work independently but also values working collaboratively with other lawyers.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing day-to-day strategic advice on a variety of labour and employment matters including discipline, terminations, application of several different pieces of legislation, human rights matters, WCB and other insurance or disability-related matters, collective agreement review and interpretation, employment contracts.
Providing client advice, develop appropriate litigation strategies, and preparing written and oral arguments.
Drafting and providing legal advice in relation to negotiating settlement and/or severance agreements.
Drafting and negotiating employment contracts.
WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?
Access to keen mentorship in a collegial and welcoming environment in order to develop the skills and knowledge needed;
Work in an interesting, rewarding, and ever-changing area of the law;
Access to comprehensive legal software;
Use of a highly skilled paralegal; and
A flexible work arrangement that allows for a hybrid practice and work from home technical support.
GENERAL
We thank all applicants for their interest in this employment opportunity. However, only those candidates considered for the position will be contacted.
We welcome diversity and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: $100,000.00-$250,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Casual dress
Flexible schedule
Work Location: In person
