Indigenous Litigation Lawyer in Vancouver, Canada

Our client is one of Canada’s premier business law firms and is consistently recognized as a leading Canadian law firm by several international and national guides to the legal profession. The firm provides strategic legal and business advice is all principal areas of business law, including corporate finance, banking, insolvency and restructuring, energy, environmental, infrastructure/P3, technology and intellectual property, litigation, workplace law, municipal and land use planning, real estate, and tax.

This is an incredible opportunity for a talented lawyer to join an entrepreneurial, growing, and successful firm and practice.

Job Description – Indigenous Litigation Partner

Due to ongoing growth, our client is seeking a Litigation Partner to join its Indigenous Law practice group. The successful candidate will advise and represent Indigenous clients on Aboriginal and Treaty rights matters, including the development, advancement and implementation of negotiation and litigation strategies for the recognition of Indigenous rights, as well as the resolution of historical land related grievances and others claims. Success in this role requires strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment and a pragmatic approach to serving clients.

Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities

• Advise and represent Indigenous clients on Aboriginal and Treaty rights matters, including the development, advancement and implementation of negotiation and litigation strategies for the recognition of Indigenous rights, as well as the resolution of historical land related grievances and others claims.
• Develop and maintain client relationships with Indigenous governments, organizations, and businesses, serving as a trusted advisor on legal issues and driving new business development to grow the firm’s Indigenous law practice.
• Mentor and supervise junior lawyers and legal teams, overseeing their work on litigation files, ensuring high-quality legal services, and fostering professional development within the Indigenous law practice group.

Education and Professional Skills/Knowledge

• LL.B. or J.D. degree (or equivalent).
• Good standing with a Canadian Law Society.
• 6+ years of Indigenous litigation experience at a top tier firm.
• Strong interpersonal skills, sound judgment and a pragmatic approach.

This is an exclusive search.

The Counsel Network – a Caldwell company is committed to building a diverse legal community through our inclusive business and recruitment practices. We value diversity of experience, expertise, and background, and strive to eliminate barriers historically encountered by marginalized groups. We recognize that an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce benefits and enriches both the legal profession and the greater community.

For more information or to apply for this position, contact:

Miriam Leung, Principal
mleung@caldwell.com
647.317.1610
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