Junior Associate

Description:

Camino Law Group, a dynamic and client-focused law firm in Calgary, is seeking a dedicated Junior Associate to join our team. We specialize in Immigration, Employment, and Personal Injury Law, providing top-tier legal services to our diverse clientele.

We are looking for a Junior Associate to help us expand our litigation practice, and who enjoys working in a variety of practice areas and values access to justice.

Our areas of practice include:

Immigration:

• Refugees and humanitarian immigration
• Family sponsorship
• Economic, student and business immigration

Civil litigation:

• Employment law both employee and management side
• Human rights
• Landlord tenancy
• Personal injury

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• File management and perform administrative functions related to the practice of law
• Draw up legal documents and prepare statements of legal opinion
• Research legal precedents and gather evidence
• Client follow-up and communication to obtain documents and information as required by the file.
• Legal research for submission to and review and approval by Managing Lawyer.
• Legal drafting as required by the file.
• Court and/or tribunal appearance and advocacy.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

Our practice is fast paced, and we help clients from all walks of life. We are looking for a candidate who is resourceful and can think creatively. We work with a wide range of issues, so adaptability to new situations would be an asset.

• Graduate from a Canadian law school or Certificate of Qualification from the National Committee on Accreditation (foreign trained lawyers welcomed to apply).
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta.
• First to Third year call.
• Familiarity with litigation required. Experience with civil litigation, employment, personal injury, or immigration will be considered assets.
• Strong legal writing skills and experience in advocacy.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.
• Familiarity with legal databases and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in a language other than English is a strong asset.
• Experience in community work or assisting vulnerable populations will be considered an asset.

We offer a supportive work environment, opportunities for professional development, and a competitive salary commensurate with experience.