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Associate Lawyer – Commercial LitigationHammerco Lawyers LLP • Vancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada
Associate Lawyer – Commercial Litigation

Associate Lawyer – Commercial Litigation

Hammerco Lawyers LLP • Vancouver, Metro Vancouver Regional District, Canada
30+ days ago
Salary
CA$145,000.00 yearly
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Are you a seasoned litigator who thrives on complex work, strong client relationships, and meaningful team leadership? At Hammerco, we’re looking for a driven lawyer with 6+ years of experience who wants to grow a lasting practice inside a national firm known for authenticity, trust, and a culture that invests in its people.

What You’ll Do

Core Legal Work

  • Lead trials, mediations, discoveries, and complex files independently.
  • Originate and manage files through your established network.
  • Develop and refine legal precedents for the team.
  • Mentor and collaborate with lawyers at all levels.
  • Conduct sophisticated research and deepen expertise in 1–2 sub‑practice areas.
  • Navigate the full litigation lifecycle strategically to maximize file value.
  • Deliver outstanding client care across jurisdictions and client types.
  • Lead PNC calls and prepare high‑quality correspondence, settlement documents, and demands.
  • Review and redact documents, interview witnesses, and appear on applications.
  • Support senior lawyers in trial prep or act as second chair as needed.
  • Manage escalated client concerns with professionalism and clarity.

Business Development & Practice Growth

  • Represent the firm as a speaker or writer at internal and external events.
  • Partner across sub‑practice groups to develop new business opportunities.
  • Contribute to billing and file‑opening targets with an entrepreneurial mindset.
  • Grow and maintain a strong professional network and recognizable personal brand.

Leadership & Team Engagement

  • Coach junior litigators and provide thoughtful, practical guidance.
  • Stay ahead of deadlines, limitation periods, and client expectations.
  • Champion firm values and contribute to culture‑building initiatives.
  • Perform additional tasks as required by Partner(s).

What You Bring

  • Called to the BC Bar with 6–12 years of practice experience.
  • 3–5 years of experience in one or more of: Real Estate, Securities, Bankruptcy, Insurance, Professional Negligence.
  • Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
  • A strong professional and community network.
  • Exceptional conflict‑resolution skills and client‑service instincts.
  • Proven ability to work independently while elevating team performance.
  • Entrepreneurial drive with interest in practice development.
  • Demonstrated research strength and comfort working fully paperless.
  • Positive, proactive, solutions‑focused mindset.
  • Ability to manage sensitive information with discretion.
  • Strong prioritization, communication, and time‑management skills.
  • Ability to remain composed and constructive in challenging situations.

Why Hammerco

  • Hybrid flexibility with a modern, fully cloud‑based tech stack.
  • A diverse and inclusive team with meaningful leadership pathways.
  • Robust support for business development, mentorship, and career growth.
  • A national‑scale vision paired with a genuinely people‑first culture.
  • Plus: a dog‑friendly office and regular social events.

Salary Range: $145,000–$165,000, with potential for higher placement depending on year of call, experience, and skillset.

If you want to build a lasting practice with a collaborative, forward‑thinking team, we’d love to meet you.

📧 Apply with your CV + confidential note.

*Hammerco is not working with recruiters for this role

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