Junior Associate Lawyer – Litigation - Civil, Business and Family Law

Job summary

Represent clients in civil, commercial, and family law disputes, while also handling solicitor work. Assess legal issues, draft pleadings and commercial agreements, conduct research, and attend court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.

Job details

Company Description Dominion Theta Law is a trusted provider of comprehensive legal services to individuals and businesses alike, serving clients across the Greater Vancouver area and beyond. We focus on empowering businesses with strategic, practical legal guidance that supports growth and long-term success. For our individual clients, we offer compassionate and dedicated representation in family law, estate planning, wills and trusts, immigration and employment law. Whether navigating complex corporate matters or deeply personal legal challenges, the firm is committed to integrity, innovation, and client-centered service to deliver results-driven solutions. Role Description The Associate Lawyer will primarily operate within the firm's litigation division while also managing solicitor work. On the litigation side, the lawyer will provide representation across a dynamic mix of civil and commercial disputes, as well as family law matters. Responsibilities include assessing legal issues, drafting pleadings and commercial agreements, conducting legal research, and attending court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations. This role is ideal for a highly motivated self-starter looking to build a robust practice. Mentorship is a priority; on many complex files, the associate will collaborate directly alongside senior counsel or a partner. This is a full-time, on-site role located at our office in Langley, BC. Qualifications Licensed to practice law in British Columbia with 0 - 2 years of experience in civil/commercial litigation, solicitor work, and/or family law. Self-starter eager to build a practice, supported by active mentorship and collaborative work with senior partners. Strong advocacy, negotiation, and dispute resolution skills. Excellent research and drafting abilities for pleadings, corporate agreements, and legal opinions. Comfort with chambers appearances and procedural applications in the Supreme Court and Provincial Court. Effective file and time management, attention to detail, and independent work capabilities. Professional judgment, ethical practice, and commitment to respectful client service. Familiarity with relevant BC statutes and rules (e.g., Supreme Court Civil and Family Rules, Family Law Act). Proficiency with legal practice management software and standard office technology. Understanding of the ethical use of artificial intelligence in legal practice, including its limitations and strict compliance with Law Society rules. Fluency in English is required; additional languages (Persian, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, or Tagalog) are strong assets. How to Apply Please submit your CV and cover letter via the LinkedIn Easy Apply link (preferred) or email it to info@dtlaw.ca (not both). We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Equal Opportunity DT Law is committed to a respectful, inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and lived experiences.

What you’ll do

Represent clients in civil, commercial, and family law disputes, while also handling solicitor work. Assess legal issues, draft pleadings and commercial agreements, conduct research, and attend court appearances, mediations, and arbitrations.

Requirements

Must be licensed to practice law in British Columbia and have 0–2 years of experience in litigation, solicitor work, and/or family law. Requires strong advocacy, negotiation, research, drafting, and file-management abilities, familiarity with relevant BC laws and court rules, and ethical judgment; English fluency is required.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• Customer service · Preferred
• Negotiation · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Civil Litigation
• Commercial Litigation
• Family Law
• Legal Research
• Pleadings Drafting
• Commercial Agreement Drafting
• Advocacy
• Negotiation
• Dispute Resolution
• Court Appearances
• File Management
• Time Management
• Client Service
• Legal Ethics
• Legal Practice Management Software
• Artificial Intelligence Ethics

Job areas

• Legal