Top Benefits
About the role
Location: Vancouver, BC
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
The Opportunity
A highly regarded national law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigator to join its Vancouver office.
This opportunity is ideal for an entrepreneurial lawyer with an established portable book of business who is looking to grow their practice on a collaborative national platform. The firm combines the resources and reach of a full-service national practice with the agility, accessibility, and collegial culture of an entrepreneurial office.
The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the firm's commercial litigation practice in British Columbia while benefiting from cross-office collaboration, strong operational support, and multiple partnership pathways.
Practice Focus
The successful candidate will advise clients on a broad range of business disputes, including:
Commercial litigation Contract disputes Shareholder and partnership disputes Construction litigation Commercial collections and credit enforcement Professional negligence Business torts and other complex commercial matters
Key Responsibilities
Manage and continue growing an established commercial litigation practice Develop and maintain long-term client relationships Handle litigation matters from inception through trial or negotiated resolution Appear before the Supreme Court of British Columbia, Court of Appeal, arbitrations, mediations, and judicial settlement conferences Mentor junior lawyers and collaborate across practice groups Participate in business development and community engagement initiatives Work with colleagues across the firm's national platform to provide comprehensive legal solutions
Qualifications
7+ years of commercial litigation experience Established portable book of business required Strong advocacy, negotiation, and legal writing skills Demonstrated ability to independently manage sophisticated litigation matters Proven business development and client relationship management experience Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build and grow a practice Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
Compensation
The firm offers flexible compensation structures designed to support experienced lawyers at different stages of practice, including Of Counsel, Non-Equity Partner, and Equity Partner opportunities.
Compensation is structured to reward production, origination, and long-term business development, with flexible draw and partnership models available. Details will be discussed confidentially with qualified candidates.
Why This Opportunity
Highly regarded national platform with a growing presence in British Columbia Entrepreneurial culture focused on supporting practice growth Cross-office referrals and collaboration across Canada Hybrid work environment Strong administrative and operational support Flexible partnership pathways Opportunity to help shape and expand the firm's commercial litigation practice in Vancouver
Confidential Inquiries
All inquiries and applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an entrepreneurial commercial litigator seeking a platform that rewards business development, encourages collaboration, and provides the resources to build a thriving long-term practice.
How To Apply
Interested candidates should apply directly to this post, or submit resume to shannon.flower@gogpac.com. (always confidential) Call/Text (986)999-4419 for more information!
Only candidates selected will be contacted.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
About gpac
Growing people and companies since 1990 with a blend of art and science.
Our business and expertise are the recruitment and development of top talent. Building the right people, for the right companies, right now! We have the expertise, track record, and confidence to work on nearly any project, any time, anywhere.
Our team, with a collective experience of over 250 years, is passionate about what we do and 100% dedicated to being the best. We are committed to providing an unequaled standard of excellence to the clients and candidates we serve. We are extremely competitive, client-focused, and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time. We understand that candidates must be proven players that fit the philosophy, goals, and culture of your organization. Since 1990 we've been servicing the nation's workforce. We have built strong relationships with thousands of people across the states by listening, understanding, and delivering. This has allowed us to become recognized as a leader within the staffing world!
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Top Benefits
About the role
Location: Vancouver, BC
Position Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Work Arrangement: Hybrid
The Opportunity
A highly regarded national law firm is seeking an experienced Commercial Litigator to join its Vancouver office.
This opportunity is ideal for an entrepreneurial lawyer with an established portable book of business who is looking to grow their practice on a collaborative national platform. The firm combines the resources and reach of a full-service national practice with the agility, accessibility, and collegial culture of an entrepreneurial office.
The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the firm's commercial litigation practice in British Columbia while benefiting from cross-office collaboration, strong operational support, and multiple partnership pathways.
Practice Focus
The successful candidate will advise clients on a broad range of business disputes, including:
Commercial litigation Contract disputes Shareholder and partnership disputes Construction litigation Commercial collections and credit enforcement Professional negligence Business torts and other complex commercial matters
Key Responsibilities
Manage and continue growing an established commercial litigation practice Develop and maintain long-term client relationships Handle litigation matters from inception through trial or negotiated resolution Appear before the Supreme Court of British Columbia, Court of Appeal, arbitrations, mediations, and judicial settlement conferences Mentor junior lawyers and collaborate across practice groups Participate in business development and community engagement initiatives Work with colleagues across the firm's national platform to provide comprehensive legal solutions
Qualifications
7+ years of commercial litigation experience Established portable book of business required Strong advocacy, negotiation, and legal writing skills Demonstrated ability to independently manage sophisticated litigation matters Proven business development and client relationship management experience Entrepreneurial mindset with a desire to build and grow a practice Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
Compensation
The firm offers flexible compensation structures designed to support experienced lawyers at different stages of practice, including Of Counsel, Non-Equity Partner, and Equity Partner opportunities.
Compensation is structured to reward production, origination, and long-term business development, with flexible draw and partnership models available. Details will be discussed confidentially with qualified candidates.
Why This Opportunity
Highly regarded national platform with a growing presence in British Columbia Entrepreneurial culture focused on supporting practice growth Cross-office referrals and collaboration across Canada Hybrid work environment Strong administrative and operational support Flexible partnership pathways Opportunity to help shape and expand the firm's commercial litigation practice in Vancouver
Confidential Inquiries
All inquiries and applications will be handled with strict confidentiality.
This is an outstanding opportunity for an entrepreneurial commercial litigator seeking a platform that rewards business development, encourages collaboration, and provides the resources to build a thriving long-term practice.
How To Apply
Interested candidates should apply directly to this post, or submit resume to shannon.flower@gogpac.com. (always confidential) Call/Text (986)999-4419 for more information!
Only candidates selected will be contacted.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
About gpac
Growing people and companies since 1990 with a blend of art and science.
Our business and expertise are the recruitment and development of top talent. Building the right people, for the right companies, right now! We have the expertise, track record, and confidence to work on nearly any project, any time, anywhere.
Our team, with a collective experience of over 250 years, is passionate about what we do and 100% dedicated to being the best. We are committed to providing an unequaled standard of excellence to the clients and candidates we serve. We are extremely competitive, client-focused, and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time. We understand that candidates must be proven players that fit the philosophy, goals, and culture of your organization. Since 1990 we've been servicing the nation's workforce. We have built strong relationships with thousands of people across the states by listening, understanding, and delivering. This has allowed us to become recognized as a leader within the staffing world!