Estate Litigation Associate
Top Benefits
About the role
Hammerco Lawyers
hammerco.ca
Published
July 7, 2026
Location
Vancouver, Canada
Category
Lawyer
Job Type
Full-time
Minimum
150000
Maximum
170000
Description
Are you a seasoned estate-litigation pro with 6–10+ years of experience, a solid network, and a drive to build something meaningful? At Hammerco, we’re offering a rare opportunity to build your own practice, with the backing of a collaborative, modern firm and a culture built on respect, authenticity, excellence, and growth.
What you’ll do* Build and lead a self-sustaining estate-litigation practice with strong support. Work independently and collaboratively to manage existing and new client matters: complex estates, wills variation disputes, undue influence claims, and more. Mentor and collaborate, guiding staff and junior lawyers, shaping strategy, and contributing to the firm's ethos of 'human first, lawyer second.' Combine business development, client support, and high-calibre litigation work in a flexible, forward-looking environment. You bring* 6+ years (the more the better) of estate litigation experience. Commercial litigation experience is an asset. Demonstrated capability to develop and sustain a book of business. Subject-matter expertise in estate litigation, complex and contentious estate matters, etc. Strong leadership, mentorship skills, and a collaborative mindset. A desire to work in a modern, flexible, tech-enabled environment with a growing national presence. What makes Hammerco different* Remote and in-office flexibility, with a robust tech stack that keeps everything accessible. A diverse, inclusive team. We champion women in leadership and believe in succession planning done right. Real support: business-development resources, junior-team backing, administrative infrastructure, and a firm-wide commitment to collaboration and professional growth. A national-scale vision with a people-first culture. Bonus: a dog-friendly office + social activities!
The salary range for this position is $150,000–$170,000. Actual compensation will depend on the candidate’s experience, competencies, and year of call. We may consider a higher salary for candidates whose experience or year of call warrants placement above the listed range.
If you’re ready to build a lasting practice with a great team, we want to hear from you.
You can submit your application using the following link: https://hammerco.bamboohr.com/careers/33?source=aWQ9MTE%3D
Not the right fit? Search for Estate Litigation Associate jobs in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
About BC Legal Management Association
We are a non-profit organization with more than 625 individual and 35 honorary members representing more than 185 member firms. Our member firms are predominantly located in the Metro Vancouver area, but also reach as far as Prince George, the interior and Vancouver Island. More than 80 percent of our members work in small law firms of 15 lawyers or less.
The BCLMA is focused on providing you with the professional development, support and networking opportunities you need to enjoy and advance your career in legal management.
We know that success is rarely achieved alone. We create comfortable opportunities to ask questions, make enquires, identify professional landmines, share war stories and connect with respected like-minded colleagues. At BCLMA, you are supported.
With BCLMA, you are:
- surrounded by colleagues
- part of a community
- supported by resources
- invited to learn, network, experience, enquire, share and gather together
- building your professional reputation
- getting answers to questions you didn’t know to ask
- invited to join any of our nine subsections
Together, we learn and advance.
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Estate Litigation Associate
Top Benefits
About the role
Hammerco Lawyers
hammerco.ca
Published
July 7, 2026
Location
Vancouver, Canada
Category
Lawyer
Job Type
Full-time
Minimum
150000
Maximum
170000
Description
Are you a seasoned estate-litigation pro with 6–10+ years of experience, a solid network, and a drive to build something meaningful? At Hammerco, we’re offering a rare opportunity to build your own practice, with the backing of a collaborative, modern firm and a culture built on respect, authenticity, excellence, and growth.
What you’ll do* Build and lead a self-sustaining estate-litigation practice with strong support. Work independently and collaboratively to manage existing and new client matters: complex estates, wills variation disputes, undue influence claims, and more. Mentor and collaborate, guiding staff and junior lawyers, shaping strategy, and contributing to the firm's ethos of 'human first, lawyer second.' Combine business development, client support, and high-calibre litigation work in a flexible, forward-looking environment. You bring* 6+ years (the more the better) of estate litigation experience. Commercial litigation experience is an asset. Demonstrated capability to develop and sustain a book of business. Subject-matter expertise in estate litigation, complex and contentious estate matters, etc. Strong leadership, mentorship skills, and a collaborative mindset. A desire to work in a modern, flexible, tech-enabled environment with a growing national presence. What makes Hammerco different* Remote and in-office flexibility, with a robust tech stack that keeps everything accessible. A diverse, inclusive team. We champion women in leadership and believe in succession planning done right. Real support: business-development resources, junior-team backing, administrative infrastructure, and a firm-wide commitment to collaboration and professional growth. A national-scale vision with a people-first culture. Bonus: a dog-friendly office + social activities!
The salary range for this position is $150,000–$170,000. Actual compensation will depend on the candidate’s experience, competencies, and year of call. We may consider a higher salary for candidates whose experience or year of call warrants placement above the listed range.
If you’re ready to build a lasting practice with a great team, we want to hear from you.
You can submit your application using the following link: https://hammerco.bamboohr.com/careers/33?source=aWQ9MTE%3D
Not the right fit? Search for Estate Litigation Associate jobs in Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
About BC Legal Management Association
We are a non-profit organization with more than 625 individual and 35 honorary members representing more than 185 member firms. Our member firms are predominantly located in the Metro Vancouver area, but also reach as far as Prince George, the interior and Vancouver Island. More than 80 percent of our members work in small law firms of 15 lawyers or less.
The BCLMA is focused on providing you with the professional development, support and networking opportunities you need to enjoy and advance your career in legal management.
We know that success is rarely achieved alone. We create comfortable opportunities to ask questions, make enquires, identify professional landmines, share war stories and connect with respected like-minded colleagues. At BCLMA, you are supported.
With BCLMA, you are:
- surrounded by colleagues
- part of a community
- supported by resources
- invited to learn, network, experience, enquire, share and gather together
- building your professional reputation
- getting answers to questions you didn’t know to ask
- invited to join any of our nine subsections
Together, we learn and advance.