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Position: Junior Associate – Family Law Litigator Years of Experience – 3+ years Watson Goepel LLP is a full-service firm in business for 40 years. We have 35+ lawyers combined in our Vancouver and West Vancouver offices, and we're growing. We have an immediate opening in our Vancouver office for an experienced, full-time, junior family lawyer to round-out our team of five family law lawyers. You should maintain a client-focused mindset, have superior analytical skills with an eye for detail and accuracy, and can solve complex problems using your knowledge of the law. The Family Law Group is led by Partner, Laurence Klass, who takes a pragmatic approach to finding solutions that are tailored to each client's unique needs. With an emphasis on teamwork, we hold weekly practice group meetings to ensure our lawyers remain connected and supported by their team as they develop their individual practices. Our areas of expertise include: Separation and Divorce Agreements Family Law Litigation Parenting Coordination Mediation & Arbitration Requirements: ~3+ years experience in family law with a focus on litigation ~ Proactive and business development minded ~ Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal ~ Above average interpersonal and client management skills ~ Ability to work independently as well as in a team environment ~ Ability to provide mentorship to junior colleagues What we Offer: A contemporary work setting in our downtown Vancouver office A professional and collegial work environment and positive office culture Marketing & Business Development team to help grow your practice Forward-thinking approach to the future growth and development of our firm Ongoing continuing education opportunities Extended health and dental coverage Long term disability insurance Employee & Family Assistance Program Employee referral incentive Fitness facility on-site Casual Fridays Monthly socials Long service bonus RRSP matching Salary: $125,000+ based on years of experience The mid-sized nature of our firm provides the administrative infrastructure required to support our lawyers' busy practices, while still providing the best aspects of a small firm culture. Watson Goepel hold numerous firm social activities including monthly internal socials, regular holiday celebrations, and other impromptu events that acknowledge our professionals' milestones and accomplishments. Interested parties should contact Chief Operating Officer Tammey George at [email protected] Watson Goepel is an equal opportunity employer, hiring solely on the basis of candidate qualifications. We offer salary commensurate with experience; and offer performance bonuses and a benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr