Employment Lawyer

Alberta, Canada
Remote
Posted Sep 4, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Minimum education: Bachelor’s degree
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week
Seniority: Mid-Senior level

Job summary

Manage employment and civil litigation files from intake through resolution. Responsibilities include drafting legal documents, conducting research, and representing clients in mediations and court proceedings.

Job details

Seeking a Labour & Employment Associate with 5+ years of civil litigation experience to handle employment-related disputes within a busy plaintiff-side litigation practice in Alberta, with flexible remote work arrangements. Responsibilities Manage employment and civil litigation files from intake through resolution Draft pleadings, correspondence, motion materials, and other legal documents Conduct legal research and develop litigation strategies Communicate with clients, opposing counsel, and internal team members Attend mediations, negotiations, and court proceedings Maintain organized files and monitor critical deadlines Provide responsive, client-focused legal service Qualifications LL.B. or equivalent Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta 5+ years of civil litigation experience Employment law experience preferred Plaintiff-side and contingency fee experience considered a strong asset Excellent written, verbal, and organizational skills Strong ability to work independently and collaboratively Detail-oriented with the ability to manage urgent deadlines

What you’ll do

Requirements

Requires an LL.B. or equivalent and membership in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta. Candidates must have 5+ years of civil litigation experience, with plaintiff-side and employment law experience preferred.