Employment Opportunity - Lawyer
Lawyer - Litigation, Family Law, Real Estate
We are expanding our team and are looking for a litigation lawyer to practice primarily in the area of Civil Law, Personal Injury, & Family law and to assist with work in General Litigation, Real Estate. This is a great opportunity for a lawyer who wants to step into a role within an established law firm with an established client base.
Our Firm
Putnam Law LLP is a full service law firm proudly serving Morinville, Sturgeon County, St. Albert, Gibbons, Legal, and surrounding areas. We have been practicing in the community since 1996 and have a well established client base, are involved in our neighboring communities, and strive to excel in our goal of being “Your Neighbor, Your Lawyer”. If you are looking for a job outside of the city, in a smaller community, this may be the place for you to move your career.
Who we are looing for
We are looking for a lawyer with 3 or more years of practical, post-call experience.
To be considered for this position, you will have:
Litigation experience;
Responsibility for client files with minimal oversight;
Strong problem identification and problem resolution skills;
Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
High level of organization, planning, prioritization and execution; professionalism;
Efficient file and practice management skills;
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Software; and
Experience with a Esilaw, DivorceMate and documentation management systems is an asset.
Requisites
Juris Doctor or Bachelor of Laws
A member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta
3 or more years of post-call litigation experience
The Position
Be part of a firm with a great team culture working to assist our clients with resolution of their matters;
Opportunity to work in more than one area of law;
An established client base;
Flexible work environment that values work / life balance;
Opportunity for growth in your own practice, including expanding referral base;
Salary package commensurate with skills and experience; and
Bonus opportunities.
Benefits:
RRSP / TFSA contributions
Health Spending Account
Flexible schedule
Paid Law Society membership
Paid ALIA insurance
Paid Continuing professional development opportunities
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent