See below for current openings and opportunities with DD West LLP.

ASSOCIATE – INTERMEDIATE

Calgary, Alberta

Full-time, permanent position

DD West LLP is seeking an energetic, conscientious intermediate level associate who can multi-task to meet tight deadlines, has the ability to work independently while ensuring tasks are completed accurately and in a timely fashion. This role requires someone with a can-do attitude that has at least five (5) to ten (10) years of experience with a strong interest to grow with our team.

Key accountabilities and responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing files;
• Assisting with class-action lawsuits;
• Researching legal issues and preparation of memorandums for partners on the file;
• Assisting senior lawyers with client files; and
• Appearing independently on matters before Court of King’s Bench and various administrative tribunals.

Qualifications:

• The ideal candidate must have five (5) to ten (10) years of active experience from a reputable Canadian law firm or in-house counsel;
• Ambitious, personable and entrepreneurial;
• In good standing with Law Society of Alberta;
• Superior communication and drafting skills;
• Organized with the ability to manage multiple files in various stages;
• Excellent academic and professional credentials;
• Excellent technical, analytical and problem solving skills;
• Strong legal research skills;
• Ability to identify the most effective file strategy and manage complex client files with minimal senior supervision;
• Demonstrate commitment to client service and above average attention to detail;
• Desire to participate in business development opportunities through attending and/or joining appropriate networking events and memberships;
• A team player with the ability to work well with others in a group setting and adapt to firm policies and procedures;
• Ability to work under short deadlines in a fast-paced atmosphere with minimal supervision; and
• Excellent time management skills with the ability to handle multiple priorities.

Other

• DD West offers a competitive base salary with bonus structure for meeting or exceeding budget, quality work on large files, mentorship, access to continuing legal education and opportunity for future partnership.
• We welcome applications from candidates who have already established a client base.

If you are interested in joining the DD West LLP team, please forward your cover letter, resume and post-secondary academic transcripts via email  to hr@ddwestllp.com. We thank all candidates who apply, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted. No phone calls and/or agencies please.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Don’t see a position that meets your current skillset? Please submit a resume to hr@ddwestllp.com and we’ll keep it on file for the future.