Junior Criminal Defence Lawyer - (1-5 Years) - Remote Vancouver
Overview
This is a great opportunity for a Criminal Defence Lawyer to join a collegial boutique firm working alongside seasoned Criminal law practitioners in a team-based, supportive work environment with great mentorship and growth opportunities!
Description:
Working alongside the firm’s Principal, and strong legal team of associates, paralegals and assistants, the Criminal Defence Lawyer, will gain significant experience on their feet in a variety of criminal defence matters offering legal advice and advocating on behalf of clients to ensure sound resolutions before and through to trial at all levels of court in British Columbia.
The successful candidate will assist senior counsel on complex legal matters with a view to working independently on files in time, with great mentorship and support.
Requirements:
The Successful Applicant will Have:
- An LL.B/ JD, and be called to the British Columbia bar
- 1+ Years of Criminal Defence/General Litigation, or related practice area experience
- Excellent written and oral advocacy skills, and research skills.
- Excellent oral and written research and advocacy skills
- Have a strong and demonstrated interest in criminal law and litigation
- Knowledge of the Criminal Code and court proceedings and procedures is strongly desired
- Exceptional communication skills and the ability and inclination to engage well with clients
- Remote work
- Compensation commensurate with experience
- Work/Life Balance – no weekends!
- A very collegial, team-based atmosphere.
This is a wonderful opportunity to join a collegial and supportive boutique law firm with great mentorship and growth potential!
City
Vancouver
Category
ASSOCIATES & PARTNERS
Practice Areas
Law Firm
Work Type
Permanent / Full Time