Litigation Associate

About the job

Our client is currently seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Associate Lawyer to join our busy Litigation team, with a specific focus on mortgage and condominium foreclosures, collections and general litigation.

The Opportunity

This role is ideal for a junior-to-mid-level lawyer looking to take ownership of files, gain significant court experience, and advance their career within a supportive team structure. You will manage a diverse caseload involving civil disputes and legal enforcement proceedings for institutional and private clients.

Key Responsibilities

• File Management: Manage civil litigation files from inception to resolution, including mortgage foreclosures and condominium collections foreclosure actions.

• Advocacy: Appear regularly before the Alberta Court of King's Bench (including Applications Judges) and the Alberta Court of Justice.

• Drafting: Prepare high-quality pleadings, affidavits, applications, briefs, and legal opinions.

• Client Relations: Provide strategic advice to financial institutions, condominium corporations, and private lenders, ensuring prompt communication and updates.

• Negotiation: Conduct settlement negotiations, mediations, and alternative dispute resolution processes.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of a recognized Canadian law school (LL.B. or J.D.).

• Professional Standing: Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta (or eligible for immediate membership).

• Experience: 1 to 5 years of relevant experience in civil litigation, with practical knowledge of Alberta foreclosure procedures, the Land Titles Act, and the Condominium Property Act.

• Skills:

• Strong legal research, analytical, and drafting skills.

• Excellent oral advocacy and negotiation abilities.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with legal assistants and senior counsel.

• High attention to detail and strong organizational skills to manage competing deadlines.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.

• Comprehensive health, dental, and benefits package.

• Professional development support, continuing legal education (CLE) funding, and professional membership dues coverage.

• A clear pathway for mentorship, career growth, and progression.

Company Description

W3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.

We're proud of the investments we've made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.

Our Services
W3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization's staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.

We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, temporary positions and remote jobs for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.

We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.

Our Expertise
W3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company's unique needs.

As a W3Global client, you'll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.

Company DescriptionW3Global was established in 2006 in Fremont, CA with a vision: simplify the recruiting process and develop an industry-disrupting platform to connect candidates with clients. Our cutting-edge Applicant Tracking System enables us to find the right person for the right job, creating value for job seekers and employers. While W3Global initially focused on IT staffing, we have expanded the business to serve many other industries, including accounting and finance, legal, engineering, human resources, government and more.We're proud of the investments we've made in our team, having grown from four to 1000 employees and evolving into one of the leading recruitment and staffing solution providers in the industry. Our recruiters and account managers are passionate about connecting qualified professionals with the right positions in small, medium, and large companies.Our ServicesW3Global understands the natural ups and downs of an organization's staffing needs. We are continuously adapting to industry and economic changes to find the right candidates.We specialize in placing permanent, direct, contract, temporary positions and remote jobs for companies of any size. Our recruiting services include sourcing, recruiting, screening, interview management, salary negotiations, training, and onboarding.We are committed to helping organizations redefine their recruitment process by delivering our SaaS-based proprietary application tracking system software.Our ExpertiseW3Global has been delivering staffing solutions for nearly two decades; we know which recruiting strategies work best. Our expert team is committed to developing a customized solution to fit your company's unique needs.As a W3Global client, you'll also receive personalized assistance from a seasoned team of staffing specialists. We are committed to providing both technical support and industry expertise to simplify the hiring process. We know that your time matters. W3Global will help you streamline the hiring process, getting it done and getting it right.