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CONTEXT The mission of the Office of the University Counsel (the "OUC") is to: - apply sound judgment, thoughtful analysis, and constructive advice to help identify and manage legal risk; - provide legal advice and services that are timely, pragmatic, and proactive; and - work with academic and administrative units to streamline legal processes, wherever appropriate. The OUC is responsible for all the legal affairs of UBC, with the exception of labour and employment matters. The OUC: - advises on UBC governance; - advises on the legal ramifications of proposed actions and, when necessary, suggests alternative solutions or corrective courses of action; - provides strong and responsible advocacy before courts, administrative agencies, or other public bodies; - provides strategic legal advice and a full range of legal services directly to UBC, its senior administration, the Board of Governors, the Senates, and the Council of Senates; - provides legal advice and services directly to academic and administrative units when requested by the deans or administrative heads of unit; - recommends practices and procedures to protect UBC from undue liability; - determines the legal structure of UBC's subsidiaries; - oversees the development and review of Board of Governors' policies and delegated signing authorities; - is responsible for UBC's compliance with British Columbia's Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act; - regulates and manages UBC's conduct systems and internal administrative tribunals; - administers UBC's conflict of interest systems; - provides seminars and other education-oriented initiatives on legal issues affecting UBC; - participates in special initiatives and sensitive projects on an as-needed basis; - brings the appropriate resources to bear in the delivery of legal services and the resolution of legal disputes and, where necessary, retains, instructs and oversees external legal counsel on behalf of UBC; and - manages the costs of legal services in an effective and cost efficient manner in order to maximize the value of UBC's expenditures. JOB SUMMARY The Legal Counsel is a core member of the OUC and provides legal advice and services to UBC. Organizational Status The Legal Counsel interacts and coordinates activities directly with other members of the UBC administration. The Legal Counsel reviews contracts and recommends them for execution to UBC's authorized signing officers. The Legal Counsel is approved by the Ministry of Finance to approve the issuance of indemnities by UBC. Work Performed The Legal Counsel: - provides legal advice and services on a range of legal issues directly to faculties and administrative units, except with respect to matters within the jurisdiction of the Department of Human Resources; - negotiates and prepares a full range of legal agreements to which UBC is a party with a view to ensuring consistency in external dealings and compatibility with UBC's policies and objectives; - approves indemnities as authorized by the Ministry of Finance; - upon consultation with the University Counsel, retains, instructs and supervises external legal counsel on behalf of UBC, except with respect to matters within the jurisdiction of the Department of Human Resources; - identifies and recommends procedures and practices to protect UBC from undue liability; - develops and reviews University policies for consideration by the Board of Governors; - participates in seminars and other education-oriented initiatives on legal issues affecting UBC; and - performs other related duties as required by the University Counsel. WORKING CONDITIONS Works primarily in the office space maintained by the OUC in the Old Administration Building. The position requires local travel as well as some national travel for meetings and conferences. Supervision Received The Legal Counsel reports to the University Counsel but is expected to exercise professional judgment in the day-to-day carriage of files and in setting priorities. The Legal Counsel may also receive work assignments from the Associate University Counsel, who assists the University Counsel in overseeing the Legal Counsel and other professional staff. Supervision Given The Legal Counsel is provided with administrative support which is generally shared with other Legal Counsel. While administrative support staff report to the Assistant to the University Counsel, the Legal Counsel are expected to provide work assignments directly to the administrative support staff who have been assigned to them, to cooperate with other Legal Counsel to ensure that the overall volume of work and deadlines assigned to their shared administrative support staff are reasonable and appropriate, and to participate in the evaluation of the performance of their assigned support staff. In addition, while the Paralegal reports to the Associate University Counsel, the Legal Counsel are expected to provide work assignments directly to the Paralegal, to cooperate with other Legal Counsel to ensure that the overall volume of work and deadlines assigned to the Paralegal are reasonable and appropriate, and to participate in the evaluation of the performance of the Paralegal. Upon consultation with the

We are looking for a very experienced civil trial lawyer to become our first Litigation Training Lawyer.  For more information, please visit our website.

Dentons Canada LLP seeks to add a midlevel to senior tax associate to the Vancouver office’s Tax group. Both locally and nationally, in tax litigation and tax planning, Dentons has one of the strongest Tax groups.  International Tax Review , Lexpert and Best Lawyers all recognize Dentons’ lawyers in substantial numbers.  Recognizing the overall strength of our national team, our Canada Tax group was awarded Canada – Tax Law Firm of the Year in the ACQ 2016 Global Awards . We are passionate about contributing to our clients’ success by delivering excellent work product and client service. We are looking for a tax professional with a strong background in tax practice who excels in a team environment, but who can take initiative and work independently. Experience in both tax planning and tax litigation is an asset but not essential. Our Vancouver tax partners have a track record of excellent mentoring and coaching of associates in the group, truly investing in associate development and success. Dentons offers an attractive compensation package and partnership prospects for the right candidate. For more information or to apply for this position, please contact Emily Finn Galer, Director of Legal Talent (Western Canada) at, emily.galer@dentons.com with an email titled “Tax Associate.”

The Corporate Legal Counsel Provide advice, guidance, and support on corporate legal matters including, maintaining corporate records and regulatory filings, participating in contract negotiations, acquisitions, divestures, the formation of new entities in both the US and Canada, insurance placement and claims, litigation management, financing, environmental appeals, safety and human resources. Counsel will conduct all activities in a way that exemplifies Pinnacle’s Values, Vision and Mission.   Legal        Provide legal support on corporate legal matters including acquisitions, divestures, insurance, litigation management, financing, environmental, safety and human resources in both the US and Canada.    Assist with the preparation, negotiation and completion of contracts including but not limited to major purchases, sales, fibre acquisitions, joint ventures, M & A activities and business development.       Ensure the company carries out day-to-day business activities and ongoing business strategies in a legal and ethical manner, and comply with all relevant organization policies, industry standards, applicable laws and regulations of government authorities having jurisdiction.    Support refinancing, equity raising projects.      Provide advice and strategy around claims, disputes or other legal proceedings as required.    Take part in settlement negotiations.    Assist in the identification and management of risk for the organization and recommend initiatives to mitigate such when possible.    Create, review & advise on Non-Disclosure agreements required out of the course of the business.    Communicate with the Executive Team, Business, and Functional Unit Management and provide advice and guidance on relevant matters.    Direct and interact with outside counsel on various corporate legal matters    Undertake and lead special projects as requested and required.     Corporate Secretary Responsibilities        Provide legal support to fulfill the mandates of Corporate Secretary and Privacy Officer.    Communicate, provide feedback and ensure minimum requirements are met for regulatory requirements.       Maintain and file corporate records.    Work with Investor Relations team to ensure the annual schedule, call and documents are completed within regulatory requirements, ensuring compliance around the filing of annual reports, circular, proxies, etc.     Team & Leadership        Passionately live the Pinnacle values and work towards our Mission & Vision in all activities.       Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders; Internally - Executive Team, Operations Management, Finance. Externally – Government Agencies, Ministry of Forestry, Fibre Suppliers and strategic partners.      Communicate, maintain and enforce organizational policies, procedures and standards necessary for the integrity of the organization, its assets, personnel and business operations.         Minimum Requirements, Experience, Education, Qualifcations, Skills, Abilites       Member of the Law Society of BC. A combination of industry and firm based experience of 10 years. Strong understanding of Canadian and US legal requirements. Experience negotiating and managing contracts. Government relations experience & delivering presentations to Board of Directors and other senior parties including government entities. Experienced representing the organization to internal and external constituents, including but not limited to media, partners and vendors, employee associations and community groups.   Proven commitment to Owning Safety, both personally and through positive influence on all stakeholders.  Effective business systems thinker and a good understanding of business process knowledge.   Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Full-Time Temporary (This position to last not later than May 26, 2019)       Metro Vancouver’s Legal Services Department seeks a lawyer with 5 to 7 years of experience in corporate commercial, procurement, real property and construction law who is familiar with the local government context. This position is a full time temporary position for a one year period.   NATURE OF WORK: Reporting to Corporate Counsel and working as part of a team with other lawyers and support staff, you will be responsible for providing legal advice and assistance to Metro Vancouver departments, including the Chief Administrator’s Office, Finance (Properties, Purchasing and Housing), Water, Liquid Waste, Solid Waste, Planning, Policy and Environment and Corporate Services (Board Services, IT, Emergency Management and Regulatory).       DUTIES: Drafts, reviews and provides legal advice on a variety of transactional documents, agreements and issues including tenders, RFPs and other corporate, commercial, real property and construction agreements and correspondence.   Represents Metro Vancouver and provides advice to Metro Vancouver departments in negotiations, and other dealings with third parties, including corporations, other levels of government and First Nations. Works to ensure Metro Vancouver satisfies its legislative obligations, reduces its exposure to risk, and enters into commercial terms that optimize the corporation’s objectives in its dealings with other entities.   Provides objective opinions, options and alternatives that are clear and responsive to clients’ issues and needs.   Assists decision-making by providing comprehensive risk assessments and liability advice. Develops and reviews appropriate risk assessments and policies to address compliance with laws and regulations. Provides drafting advice for strategic plans, amendments and implementation matters and attends internal workshops in the early stages of a project to offer legal perspective.   Acts as a corporate resource on applicable legislation including the Local Government Act , Greater Vancouver Sewerage and Drainage Act , Greater Vancouver Water District Act , Community Charter , Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and federal and provincial legislation applicable to solid waste, sewerage and drainage, water, and other regulatory services.   Performs other related duties as required.       REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor of law degree or equivalent degree. Practising member of the Law Society of British Columbia with 5 to 7 years of recent and relevant experience.   Ability to handle a diverse range of issues and responsibilities in an accomplished, timely, and professional manner, and the ability to establish clear expectations and provide effective guidance in adversarial situations.   Well-developed organizational, interpersonal and communication skills, and the ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal and external contacts under circumstances that may be highly politicized and sensitive.   Ability to work under broad direction without formal guidelines or precedent and use significant independent judgment to provide advice to clients on issues of major consequence for the organization. Ability to analyze and interpret complex issues where considerable variation in interpretation is possible.   Sound knowledge of and ability to interpret and provide reliable and consistent advice on relevant and applicable legislation including the Local Government Act, Greater Vancouver Sewerage and Drainage Act, Greater Vancouver Water District Act, Community Charter, Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, Environmental Management Act and federal and provincial legislation applicable to solid waste, sewerage and drainage, water, and other regulatory services.   The preferred candidate will have experience with corporate commercial, procurement, real property and construction law. In-house legal counsel experience, particularly in the local government/regional district context is considered an asset.   Please follow this link http://www.metrovancouver.org/about/careers/ to our Careers page where you can submit your application March 26, 2018 .   While we greatly appreciate all the replies we receive, regretfully only those selected for an interview will be contacted.    

      Deloitte's Forensic services professionals identify and resolve various types of corporate disputes and irregularities. We also carry out analyses, provide opinions and draft clear, logical reports. We apply a variety of quantitative and qualitative techniques aimed at identifying and analyzing presumed damages stemming from the following cases: business interruptions, broken contracts, negligence, breaches of obligations, intellectual property violations and other similar situations. We quantify actual or potential losses while helping our clients reduce their fraud-related risks, tracing misappropriated funds and resolving business and financial disputes on a fast-track basis. Our Vancouver office is currently seeking a Senior Associate on the Discovery Team within the Deloitte Forensic practice. With the proliferation of electronic data, companies are finding it increasingly difficult to identify the documents required to comply with regulatory requests, conduct investigations or resolve business disputes. As a leading provider of electronic discovery services in Canada, the Discovery team offers a full end-to-end solution for clients, from collection, through document review, to the final production of documents. We work on a variety of matters, including: Civil litigation Class actions Competition Bureau inquiries, including responses to Requests For Information (RFIs) and Supplemental Information Requests (SIRs) Corporate investigations Diligence Freedom of Information Requests for government and quasi-governmental organizations Our Discovery team members use a robust methodology to enhance the work of our document review teams while minimizing costs. Our discovery processes are supported by state-of the-art technology infrastructure that ensures the proper preservation, collection, identification, review, analysis and production of documents. Our goal is to help companies with their complete discovery needs, so that they can get back to business. The team has strong leadership and works closely together sharing knowledge and helping each other learn and excel! Responsibilities: The Senior Associate will be focused on Computer Forensics and eDiscovery matters and is responsible for preserving, compiling, normalizing and analyzing large volumes of electronic data using our eDiscovery technologies. Additional responsibilities may include: Collecting and Preserving digital evidence from a wide range of digital media, Recovering and analyzing electronic stored information, Analyzing, designing, developing and implementing complex data analytics systems, Maintaining case management systems and workflows, Preparing and packaging data for production to clients, Assist in lab infrastructure maintenance and upgrade, Develop and maintain relationships with existing and target clients, Development of junior and off-shore staff,   The Discovery team members work closely with forensic accountants, lawyers, litigation support teams, document review teams, clients and investigators with a view to producing analysis, expertise, and advice in support of investigations and litigation matters.  This is not a back office role, but rather a position in which you will enter direct and frequent communication with all levels of stakeholders on engagements.           Given the nature of the work involved, a flexible work schedule and availability to travel inside and outside Canada are essential for all individuals joining the Discovery team. Candidates should also be able to obtain "secret" level security clearance from the Canadian government, as well as a U.S. work visa.    Candidates should possess excellent verbal and written communication skills in English (French would be an asset). They should also have a degree from a recognized university or College in any of the following disciplines (or equivalent):   Computer science Information Technology Information systems Business Intelligence Cyber Fraud Cyber Investigations   Qualifications: 3-5 years of experience Computer forensic experience in support of dispute and investigation, with an understanding of evidence handling and legal ramifications In-depth understanding of computer forensic principles including intrusion response, network monitoring, log analysis, cloud based systems, database structures, querying languages and common network tools  Project management and case experience in eDiscovery matters Litigation support, technological investigations and eDiscovery Solid system administration and infrastructure experience Working knowledge of the Electronic Discovery Reference Model (EDRM) Experience with most of the following technologies: Forensic tools such as: EnCase, FTK, Cellebrite, Tableau eDiscovery tools such as: Relativity, IPRO, Nuix, Clearwell, dtSearch Database administration and Languages such as: MS-SQL, Oracle, T-SQL, PL-SQL Operating systems such as: Windows, Mac OS, Android, iOS, Unix Microsoft Office such as Excel, Word, Powerpoint   Furthermore, the ideal candidate possesses the following abilities: Strong ability to work remotely with a national and international team Client service experience in a professional environment Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work as a team Efficient communicator both verbally and in writing Ability to elaborate and communicate innovative solutions Strong analytical and proactive problem solving skills Willingness and ability to travel extensively inside Canada as required (30% to 50%)       Why Deloitte? Launch your career with The One Firm where you can make a greater impact than you ever thought possible. With endless opportunities at every turn, and a culture built to support and drive our people to be the very best they can be, Deloitte is The One Firm for you to learn, grow, create, and lead. At Deloitte, we understand that everyone, and their career goals, are different. As a firm, we help create the conditions and opportunities that will enable our people to thrive – both professionally and personally. We do this by making three commitments to our people: You will lead at every level: We grow the world’s best leaders so you can achieve the impact you seek, faster. You can work your way: We give you the means to work how you want, and we have innovative spaces and the mindset to help you be wildly successful. You will feel included and inspired: We create a deep sense of belonging where you can bring your whole self to work. Apply now and let us show you how to push your career to the next level at Deloitte. The One Firm. For You. Deloitte is an inclusive employer dedicated to building a diverse workforce.  We encourage applications from all qualified candidates and will accommodate applicants’ needs under the respective provincial human rights codes throughout all stages of the recruitment and selection process. Please advise the Recruiter to ensure your accessibility needs are accommodated throughout this process.  Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted

Work environment Would you like to join Canada’s largest and most exciting legal team? Working at the Department of Justice, you can be a leader in your community and the guardian of Canada’s justice system. Your legal team will exude integrity, fairness and professionalism. You can make your mark as Counsel in the British Columbia Regional Office working and collaborating with experienced lawyers on groundbreaking, important and interesting cases. Apply your experience and legal knowledge in these key areas of practice: Aboriginal Law Services; Business & Regulatory Law; Criminal Law and International Assistance; Public Safety, Defense & Immigration; and Tax Law Services Your professionalism and drive to succeed will be rewarded with challenging opportunities in a team-oriented workplace. Training opportunities and a National Mentoring Program will help you further develop personal and technical skills and excellence in legal knowledge. Experience a healthy work-life balance! We support and encourage the wellness and mental health of our employees. We are committed to workplace policies such as employment equity, flexible work hours, job sharing and teleworking. At the Department of Justice, we also offer a supportive work environment, competitive compensation, a pension and full range of benefits. Intent of the process Depending on the needs of the organization, candidates will be selected from the inventory for assessment purposes. A pool of qualified candidates will be established and may be used to staff similar, term and/or indeterminate positions, acting, or assignments/secondments situations with various tenures, and security levels at the Department of Justice. Positions to be filled: Number to be determined Information you must provide Your résumé. A covering letter in 2,000 words (maximum) "Please detail in your resume and cover letter how you meet each of the screening criteria (i.e. Education, Occupational Certification, and Experience Qualifications) using concrete examples, and indicate time lines of when experience was gained (please indicate the month and year). Do not provide a list of current responsibilities." You must meet all essential qualifications in order to be appointed to the position. Other qualifications may be a deciding factor in choosing the person to be appointed. Some essential and other qualifications will be assessed through your application. It is your responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how you meet each qualification. Failing to do so could result in your application being rejected. In order to be considered, your application must clearly explain how you meet the following (essential qualifications) Law degree from a recognized university. Degree equivalency Membership in good standing in a Law Society of one of the provinces or territories of Canada; and eligibility for membership in the Law Society of British Columbia within a specified period of time. *Recent and significant experience in litigation. *Recent and significant experience in litigation means the candidate has spent approximately five of the past seven years working as counsel primarily on files involving the litigation of disputes before courts. This experience must include having sole conduct or conduct of discrete issues within litigation files, making strategic decisions on such files and communicating those decisions to clients or colleagues. The following will be applied / assessed at a later date (essential for the job) English essential Information on language requirements Knowledge of recent and significant case law. Oral Communication Written Communication Strategic Thinking Interpersonal Relations Dependability Initiative Values and Ethics The following may be applied / assessed at a later date (may be needed for the job) Other Qualifications: Experience conducting trials in British Columbia Supreme Court. Experience conducting trials in the Tax Court of Canada. Experience conducting trials in Federal Court. Experience in personal injury litigation. Experience in Indigenous litigation. Organizational Needs: The Department of Justice is committed to maintaining a representative workforce reflective of Canadian society. In support of achieving a diversified workforce and our employment equity goals, qualified candidates who self-declare in a staffing process as members of Aboriginal peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and/or women may be selected for appointment to fulfill organizational needs. Conditions of employment Reliability or Secret security clearance (depending on position or as required). Willingness and ability to work overtime when required. Willingness and ability to travel when required. Membership in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia. Other information Reference checks may be sought. An interview may be administered. A written examination may be administered. Successful candidate(s) must meet and maintain the Conditions of Employment throughout their employment. Persons are entitled to participate in the appointment process in the official language of their choice. Applicants are asked to indicate their preferred official language in their application. Selection decision may be based on the level, breadth or degree of qualifications. In order to manage the number of applications in the selection process, management may use top-down consideration of scores at various steps in the process, to determine the number of candidates who will be further considered in the process. Candidates from outside the federal public service may be required to pay for their own travel and relocation expenses. All applications must be submitted online. The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. As a result, it promotes employment equity and encourages candidates to indicate voluntarily on their application if they are a woman, an Aboriginal person, a person with a disability or a member of a visible minority group . The Public Service of Canada is also committed to developing inclusive, barrier-free selection processes and work environments. If contacted in relation to a job opportunity or testing, you should advise the Public Service Commission or the departmental official in a timely fashion of the accommodation measures which must be taken to enable you to be assessed in a fair and equitable manner. Information received relating to accommodation measures will be addressed confidentially. Preference Preference will be given to veterans and to Canadian citizens, in that order. Information on the preference to veterans We thank all those who apply. Only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Description   Senior Legal Counsel Legal Services, Corporate Finance Located centrally in downtown Vancouver, t he British Columbia Securities Commission administers the Securities Act. Our mission is to foster fair and efficient capital markets and a competitive securities industry. We are an independent agency accountable to the legislature and the public through the Minister of Finance. Join the dynamic team responsible for developing law, policy and guidance for corporate finance market participants, and analyzing and providing recommendations on applications for exemptions from securities legislation. Working closely with other professionals, you will represent the Commission on national and local committees and will provide advice or information to staff, Commissioners and the public about policy and legal issues. You are a seasoned securities lawyer with experience in corporate finance including experience with prospectuses, distributions in reliance on prospectus exemptions, continuous disclosure obligations, and shareholder meeting mechanics. Experience with the financial technology sector in BC would also be an asset. A strong strategic and analytical thinker, you can work independently and in a group where you could have a lead or subordinate role. You have excellent oral and written communication skills (including familiarity with writing in plain language). Sound judgment and practical computer skills round out your qualifications. We offer a challenging and rewarding work environment, and a competitive compensation package that includes a defined benefit pension plan, and four weeks of annual vacation. Visit http://www.bcsc.bc.ca/employment.asp to explore this exciting opportunity and apply online by April 30, 2018. Competition 18:112.  Candidates must be authorized to work in Canada. Investment restrictions apply. We are an equal opportunity merit-based employer.    

Smart & Biggar has been at the forefront of IP and technology law for over 100 years.  We practice in every area of IP on behalf of an exceptional international clientele, and we are consistently ranked as Canada’s leading IP firm.  We are committed to hiring people with different backgrounds and experience, who represent the best talent in their field. We are seeking a qualified Patent Agent / Lawyer to join our Vancouver patent practice group. In this role, you will work closely with world-class leaders in IP and help our team create business value for our clients by managing, protecting and leveraging their IP assets. The right candidate will find many opportunities to learn and grow within our firm.  QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE: • Bachelor of Science, preferably in Chemistry • Masters or PhD in Chemistry is a strong asset • LLB is considered an asset, but is not essential • Registered Canadian Patent Agent is an asset • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in patent drafting and prosecution with both domestic and international clients The ideal candidate: • Appreciates the importance of client service • Is responsive to client needs and expectations • Confidently structures written and oral communications in a clear, concise and articulate manner, with appropriate language and focusing on key points • Acts as a strategic advisor by asking questions and diligently approaching clients’ matters to understand their business needs, including to solve unexpressed needs • Maintains integrity, professionalism and high ethical and personal standards Brings positive energy to work teams We thank all applicants in advance for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Smart & Biggar is a proud member of the Law Firm Diversity and Inclusion Network (LFDIN), working to promote diversity and encourage a culture of inclusion in our firms and the broader legal profession. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

On behalf of our client, a respected national law firm, we seek a Litigation Legal Administrative Assistant. In this role, you will support lawyers in the firm's commercial litigation, advocacy, and employment group. You will handle calendar management, prepare and format legal documents, manage filings and limitation dates, and other duties as required to ensure the smooth operation of your lawyers' practice(s). As the successful applicant for this position, you are computer savvy and motivated, and you take pride in the accuracy of your work and your ability to keep up with competing priorities. Our client offers a very competitive compensation package including health and dental benefits, retirement package, and eligibility for bonus.  If you're looking for a change and want to know more about this opportunity, please apply today!

Dye & Durham is a legal technology company. The Company offers a comprehensive cloud-based technology platform that seeks to be a complete all-in-one solution for access to public records data and the automation of routine legal document creation.   Founded in 1874 and today employing over 200 people across Canada and the UK, Dye & Durham uses technology to distinguish itself from competitors, and provides a compelling value proposition to its large blue-chip customer base of over 5,000 active law firms, government agencies and financial institutions.   The Legal Assistant/Paralegal is responsible for preparing corporate documents by inserting merge fields and conditional merge statements into word documents. Once the documents are prepared the Legal Assistant/Paralegal will be responsible in testing the document to ensure the documents are generating as intended.     Specific Responsibilities: ·     Preparing legal documents and precedents in corporate law. ·     Applying proofreading and editing skills to documents and correspondence. ·     Working with development and product team on user acceptance testing ·     Coordinates with Product Manager to keep documents up to date ·     Developing testing strategies for document templates ·     Participating in the development and documentation of procedures ·     Take on other responsibilities as required. ·     Promoting and personally demonstrating the Company’s core values when dealing with employees, clients and other business stakeholders ·     Participates in the ongoing development and implementation of the company’s strategic goals and initiatives.   Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: ·     Intermediate proficiency with MS Office products; particularly Excel and Word ·     Completion of a legal administrative assistant / paralegal program (or a combination of education and experience) ·     Detail oriented ·     Fast and accurate keyboarding skills ·     Strong analytical skills, with a demonstrated ability to think critically ·     Superior communication skills, both verbal and written ·     Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and direction ·     Ability to effectively adapt to changing priorities ·     Superior time management skills ·     Ability to interact effectively with others in a team-based environmen

We are growing our Corporate Office team in Vancouver with the addition of In-house Legal Counsel. Preference will be given to lawyers with good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia and minimum of 3 years of post-call legal experience within the construction industry. Candidates should possess strong communication skills and take an analytical and detail-oriented approach to all matters. The successful candidate will participate in all aspects of corporate strategic planning and risk management, and work with our team across all regions. Additional responsibilities include the interpretation of legal matters and acting as the prime liaison with external corporate legal counsel on behalf of the company. Knowledge of Canadian construction standard forms of contract (CCA & CCDC), bonding guidelines, contract law, insurance requirements and lien legislation related to the construction industry is mandatory.

Global Relay is the leading provider of cloud-based archiving, supervision, eDiscovery, and analytics for the global financial sector. We deliver services to 23,000 customers in 90 countries, including 22 of the top 25 global banks. Our market-leading archiving service supports email, instant messaging, Bloomberg®, Thomson Reuters, social media, mobile messaging, and more – with mobile, Outlook, and web access.   Our Global Operations & Development Center is located in Vancouver, BC, Canada. In addition, we have offices in six other cities across the world, including major financial centers like New York, Chicago, and London.   Over the years, we have won several major awards, including: Company of the Year from the BC Tech Association (2016) Canada’s 50 Best Small and Medium Employers (2014, 2015) Canada’s Top Employers for Young People (2014) Canada’s Top 10 Most Admired Corporate Cultures (2013, 2016) Canada’s Best Managed Companies (2013 - present)   We provide fantastic opportunities to individuals passionate about business and technology. For those with international business aspirations, we offer invaluable opportunities for doing business with some of the world’s largest, most influential firms. Our company is also perfect for those who want to create cool technology using massively scalable, big-data architecture, with a strong focus on mobile.   To learn more about our business, culture, and community involvement, visit www.globalrelay.com. The Role: Are you a dynamic individual, hungry for opportunities that a regular law practice or a sidelined legal department cannot provide? Are you a strategic thinker with an entrepreneurial spirit, looking to get more out of your legal skills? You could be part of a fast-growing, award-winning tech firm – which was recently named BC Company of the Year, in addition to being recognized as a “Leader” by two of the most influential global analysts in its industry.   New technologies are providing companies with more ways to communicate with customers, while creating a myriad of challenges along the way. And that’s exactly what makes joining our Legal team – and Global Relay’s larger business development team – exciting, challenging, and rewarding. Why should developers have all the fun? As an in-house lawyer at Global Relay, you’ll be immersing yourself in the hottest tech trends and issues of the day. Big data. Cloud computing. Surveillance and cyber security. Privacy protection. Data sovereignty. And that’s just for starters.   You’ll be involved in every major aspect of the business – not simply legal matters. You’ll help Global Relay forge new partnerships and grow its global distribution network. You’ll deal with issues related to compliance archiving, data protection, eDiscovery, and business continuity of highly regulated industries. In the process, you’ll be working alongside seasoned tech vets and experienced biz pros in our seven offices across the globe. You’ll do business with our ever-growing customer base, which currently includes 22 of the world’s largest, most powerful banks, and enjoy travel opportunities to major financial centres like New York, London, and Chicago. Plus, you’ll collaborate with and receive mentorship from our President and General Counsel, recipient of the Canadian General Counsel Business Achievement Award and the PROFIT/Chatelaine W100 Top Female Entrepreneurs Award.   If you like the idea of working with an established leader in cloud-based archiving, messaging, and eDiscovery, we like the idea of meeting you.   Role Responsibilities:   Review, negotiate, and draft corporate policies, customer agreements, partner agreements, non-disclosure agreements, and related business communications Advise internal teams on a broad spectrum of legal and business issues, including international data protection requirements, contractual commitments, industry-specific compliance obligations, intellectual property rights, and employment and human resources issues Conduct research and prepare thought leadership articles, case studies, white papers, and industry-specific solution papers that discuss Global Relay's business from a compliance or legal perspective Provide commercial legal support to business teams to facilitate customer life cycle management, compliance and eDiscovery matters, business development strategies, marketing, and product/service design Manage Global Relay’s governance, compliance, privacy, risk management, and data sovereignty obligations   Required Skills & Competencies:   Excellent drafting and negotiation skills Effective analytical skills to balance pragmatic problem solving with risk management Effective communication skills to explain and advocate Global Relay’s position to a wide range of internal and external stakeholders Ability to stay abreast of changing legal landscape and applicable laws   Qualifications:   Juris Doctor or LLB from an accredited law school Qualified to practice law eDiscovery, in-house, and business experience a plus Combines intellectual curiosity with passion and integrity Strong work ethic with matching sense of humour   To Apply: Think you’re a great fit for this job? Apply today with your cover letter and resume in one PDF document . No phone calls please. Applicants must be eligible to work in Canada.  

Company The City of Vancouver is striving to become the greenest city in the world by 2020 and we are proud to be one of BC's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, and one of Canada's Greenest Employers. With employees that have helped Vancouver consistently rank as one of the world's most livable cities, the City values a diverse workforce which represents the vibrant community we so proudly serve. Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace.   Main Purpose & Function The Legal Assistant I – Development and Real Estate will perform senior legal assistant duties for two or more solicitors in the Legal Services Department at the City of Vancouver and will prepare and process a variety of specialized and moderately complex legal documents often independently and will assist lawyers on all aspects of departmental solicitor matters.   Key Contacts and Reporting Relationships The Legal Assistant I – Development & Real Estate will report to the Administrative Manager, Legal. Day-to-day direction on Development and Real Estate matters will be provided by the lawyer responsible for the matter. The Legal  Assistant I will work regularly with lawyers, legal assistants and with staff in other City departments and externally with legal professionals (including lawyers) and others related to the matter being handled.   Specific Duties & Responsibilities Drafts contract language according to precedent, or from rough draft; prepares and processes a variety of legal documents such as: in the conveyancing, leasing of land, licenses, contracts, covenants, statutory rights of way, releases and statutory declarations, Professional Services and License Agreements, Memorandums of Understanding, forms and documents related to Intellectual Property and/or Corporate matters; Researches and obtains information and material required from a variety of sources; Reviews land title searches for additional documentation requirements such as discharges and assignments and prepares same; prepares documents for registration in accordance with established Land Title Office standards; conducts searches as required; Reviews contracts, leases and other legal documents for completeness and accuracy prior to execution; processes registrations and prepares releases/statutory declarations as required; Liaises with and provides a variety of information and assistance to internal and external contacts; interprets and explains applicable policies, procedures, requirements, forms, documents and regulations; Follows up with appropriate departments and external parties to ensure that all City and legal requirements have been met and that matters progess as required; Processes routine files and finalizes documentation for execution by senior staff relating to such matters as employment and provision of services to the City; Prepares routine and non-routine correspondence; Maintains and updates a variety of files and records; Ensures that letters of credit are renewed prior to expiration; Maintains and monitors BF and limitation date systems; Other duties/responsibilities as assigned.   Qualifications Education and Experience: Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by courses in a Paralegal program, plus a minimum of five years’ recent experience as a Corporate/Commercial and/or Development and Real Estate Legal Assistant in British Columbia, or an equivalent combination of training and experience. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Considerable knowledge of legal methods, procedures, forms, documents and terminology relating to conveyance of property and other rights and interests in land, including Land Title Office registrations; Working knowledge of legal methods, procedures, forms, documents and terminology relating to bankruptcy; Ability to prepare, review and process a variety of legal and other documents related municipal land transactions and/or development and leasing; Ability to process forms and documentation related to bankruptcies; Considerable knowledge of Land Title Office procedures, forms and practice directions; Considerable knowledge of BC Companies Office procedures, forms and practice directions; Considerable knowledge of legal office or legal department operations, procedures and practices; Considerable knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar and punctuation; Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, and a demonstrated ability to deal tactfully and effectively with others in the department, internal business partners and the public; Advanced word processing skills utilizing the full MS Office suite of tools; Considerable skills with a legal document management system and a legal matter management system; Skill with and ability to learn and adapt to new computer systems and technology; Ability to interpret plans as related to the work performed; Ability to identify information requirements and to research and obtain information from a variety of sources and to conduct relevant searches; Ability to compose correspondence and perform a variety of tasks in establishing, maintaining and updating a variety of files and records and to perform moderately complex mathematical calculations; Demonstrated experience contributing to and creating an environment of continuous improvement; Ability to exercise independent judgment within established procedures and guidelines; Ability to understand, take direction and follow oral and written instructions; Ability to work well with minimal supervision under considerable time constraints; Ability to manage deadlines and competing requests for service, and set priorities appropriately; Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in work product.   Business Unit/Department:  Law Department (1040)  Affiliation:  CUPE 15 Non Pks  Employment Type:  Reg. P/T Benefits   Position Start Date:  March 2018 Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-019: $29.16 to $34.29 per hour   Application Close: March 2, 2018 We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion .    

Things really are different here. A career with HSBC in Canada is truly an experience that few financial service organisations can match. Here you will find yourself inspired and supported by colleagues whose daily responsibilities cross time zones, continents and cultures. You will be motivated to aim for your highest aspirations, and enjoy the rewards of belonging to a diverse and growth-driven culture. Canada is a priority market for HSBC. We remain focused on growing customers locally with our unique products, and we offer a full suite of solutions developed from our global connectivity and network. HSBC has the institutional strength, capacity and commitment to support our Canadian client’s requirements here and around the world. Employees who thrive at HSBC are service focused, entrepreneurial and driven. They show collaborative spirit and a quest for continuous improvement, while having the industry expertise and business acumen to deliver. About Global Functions HSBC’s Global Functions play a vital role in supporting the bank’s Global Businesses and offer a broad range of career opportunities in areas from Legal, Risk and Finance to Human Resources, Sustainability, Marketing and Communications. Our operational and functional teams around the world help HSBC’s Global Businesses to operate efficiently and effectively on a day-to-day basis. They also focus on controls and governance to reduce risk and protect the Group’s reputations. Global Legal plays an important role in protecting HSBC’s reputation, helping to safeguard the organisation by providing robust and comprehensive advice on legal issues and risks. Our lawyers advise senior management and the Global Businesses and Functions. They offer a range of legal skills, jurisdictional experience and practice specialisms across all the countries and territories in which HSBC operates. A Day in the Life of a Senior Legal Counsel include the following: This position provides legal advice, guidance and support to assigned departments to ensure that the assigned departments exposure to legal risk is managed. This Senior Legal Counsel role will join the Bank's Retail Bank and Wealth Management (RBWM) Legal Team to provide legal support for the Bank's Wealth Management area. The role will also support other areas of the business as assigned by the Deputy General Counsel, RBWM. This role requires a versatile and practical lawyer with solid commercial experience. Knowledge of mutual funds and the relevant regulatory regimes for distribution and registration is necessary, and previous exposure to electronic commerce would be an asset. Collaboration, communication and relationship-building skills are essential prerequisites for all applicants. The ideal candidate brings eight or more years of experience from private practice or an in-house setting. Principle Accountabilities: Provide prompt, commercial, practical and sometimes complex and/or specialized legal advice (under supervision) to assigned departments. Be pro-active in the provision of legal support and in advising the business promptly of material legal developments and their implications Ensure senior legal management is fully briefed on major issues arising in relevant business area and major legislative changes in area of expertise. Recommend selection of panel law firms and other appropriate external parties as needed. Deliver fair outcomes for our customers and ensure own conduct maintains the orderly and transparent operation of financial markets. Maintain and develop positive and professional working relationships with all team members within Legal Team and assigned departments. Participate effectively as part of the Legal Team. Share legal knowledge and best practices with legal colleagues. Manage internal support staff as appropriate. Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the HSBC brand. Provide legal services in a cost-effective manner. Co-ordinate and manage the approach to legal risk in assigned business departments. Ensure that the interests of the HSBC Group are adequately protected. Assist the business to remain compliant with legal risk management requirements set out in the Group Standards Manual and Legal FIM. Maintain awareness of the operational risk scenario associated with the role and to ensure that all actions during employment with HSBC take account of the likelihood of operational risk occurring. Provide overall leadership over all regulatory and compliance matters and the management of operational risk for department or business area. Ensure that all employees are aware of and effectively identify and manage applicable money laundering (ML), terrorist financing (TF), sanctions and reputational risks. Complete other responsibilities, as assigned. Qualifications Knowledge & Experience / Qualifications: Proven and progressive corporate legal experience or equivalent. Must be currently qualified to practice law in Canada and the relevant province. Strong advocacy, negotiation, interpersonal, organizational, legal research and verbal and written communication skills. Ability to quickly apply abstract concepts of law and make quick, innovative decisions to resolve problems. Ability to defend the Company and Group affiliates from claims and advocate their interests while maintaining their reputation for honesty and integrity. Proficiency with personal computers as well as pertinent mainframe systems and software packages. HSBC Proud In 2016, HSBC Bank Canada was named one of the “Best 50 Corporate Citizens” in Canada by Corporate Knights magazine for the fifth consecutive year. Here are some of the reasons why: Career Development: Within your current role, as well as Canadian and international opportunities Company Reputation: Offering prestige, strength, and longevity Business Growth: Underpinned by our drive, and the highest banking standards International Connectivity: Opportunities to network and build global relationships A diverse workforce: Reflecting our belief that diversity of thought, background and perspective make HSBC a stronger organization Corporate Sustainability: We build our business for the long term by balancing social, environmental and economic considerations in the decisions we make Learn more about HSBC HSBC Bank Canada, a subsidiary of HSBC Holdings plc, is the leading international bank in the country. We help companies and individuals across Canada to do business and manage their finances internationally through three global business lines: Commercial Banking, Global Banking and Markets, and Retail Banking and Wealth Management. HSBC Group - one of the world’s largest banking and financial services with assets of US$2,492bn at 30 June 2017. Linked by advanced technology, HSBC serves customers worldwide through an international network of around 3,900 offices in 67 countries and territories in Europe, Asia, North and Latin America, and the Middle East and North Africa.

Our clients change the world. You can help mark those successes. As a result of significant and sustained growth, our successful Trade-mark practice is now one of the busiest in Western Canada. The team boasts an open and collegial approach to client service, and practitioners ranked among the best in Canada (World Trademark Review, Best Lawyers, Lexpert). While best known for our technology-related work, our world-class clients from all sectors include the world’s most valuable brands. We are looking to add additional talent to support our continued growth in this vital practice area: A Trade-mark Associate with a thorough, practical understanding of trade-mark law and principles. You have a minimum of three years of experience specializing in trade-mark clearance and prosecution; expertise with enforcement, including opposition and other contentious trade-mark matters is preferred though not essential. You are highly responsive and service-oriented, skilled at developing and managing client relationships, and an excellent communicator with a knack for conveying complex information in a clear and practical manner. This partnership-track position provides a great opportunity to develop your skills working for exceptional clients alongside internationally-recognized practitioners. A Service Lawyer/Trade-mark Specialist with extensive experience in trade-mark clearance and prosecution including preparing and filing trade-mark applications, reporting to clients, and responding to Examiner objections. Expertise with opposition and other contentious trade-mark matters is beneficial though not essential. Whether as a lawyer or trade-mark agent, in this role you can have a rewarding career working on challenging and interesting trade-mark matters without the demands typical of a traditional partnership-track position: your billable hour target is reduced, your non-billable commitments are minimal, and the role can be adjusted to respond to your personal needs. We pride ourselves on our open-minded approach to achieving business solutions and delivering top-notch service. If you believe your passion for trade-mark law, together with your skills, experience, drive and client-service commitment would be a good addition to our team, we are interested in hearing from you! Clark Wilson is a thriving and collegial regional law firm located in Vancouver, BC. Our team of 80 lawyers and 120 staff represents a diverse range of backgrounds and experience with a common dedication to responsive, thoughtful and comprehensive client service. We are consistently recognized by Canadian Lawyer as one of Western Canada’s top regional firms, and provide an excellent platform for business-minded professionals.

Due to growth, our  group is seeking an associate at a 5-10 year call to work with our procurement group. The ideal candidate will have skills and experience in the following areas:  general corporate / commercial experience experience drafting construction contracts and procurement documents for both private and public sector agencies experience working with a wide range of client procurement needs and exposure to P3 projects, private contractors and owners, strata, technology, universities and/ or health authorities will be an asset. ability to handle running the file from start to finish ability to adapt and be versatile in working with a variety of clients and contract sizes Additionally, candidates will also possess the following attributes: a client centered approach, with excellent communication skills, both written and oral; the ability to handle the volume of a busy practice; excellent organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail; the ability to exercise sound judgment, discretion, confidentiality, solve problems, and handle a high level of responsibility; ability to keep senior lawyers apprised at all times; strong analytical and drafting skills; entrepreneurial spirit with ambition to build a long term practice and have an eye out for partnership; and the ability to work both independently, and as part of a large collegial team.

Our Investigations, Monitoring and Enforcement group (“IME”) is seeking a full-time Staff Lawyer on a 14 month term, from approximately April 2018 – June 2019. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative and collegial team of professionals committed to upholding the Law Society’s mandate to protect the public interest. Staff Lawyers in IME must efficiently manage a file load involving a broad spectrum of conduct issues, such as accounting rule breaches, misrepresentations to clients, breaches of undertakings and conflicts of interest. Staff Lawyers have frequent contact with lawyers and the public and their work involves a significant amount of legal writing. The Staff Lawyers in IME are responsible for: Conducting thorough, efficient, and timely investigations by gathering and assessing evidence, independently and as part of a team; Conducting interviews of complainants, lawyers, and others as needed; Exercising judgment in assessing complaints to determine whether to close them at the staff level or refer them to the Discipline or the Practice Standards Committee; Preparing clear, concise and well analyzed opinions for the Discipline Committee’s consideration and presenting those opinions; and Other duties as the Manager, IME may require. Qualifications: To be considered for this position, candidates must possession the following qualifications: Practicing membership with the Law Society of BC, or eligibility for membership; Minimum 5 years of recent practice experience; Superior investigatory, interviewing, and communication skills; Excellent legal writing skills; Ability to handle complex, diverse files in a timely manner; and Ability to work collaboratively as a part of a team. The terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Law Society of BC and the Professional Employees Association apply to this position. This position is within the Professional Conduct job classification and the salary range for this position would be $108,989.65 to $113,263.76. To apply, please complete the form below or email your cover letter and resume to personnel@lsbc.org with the subject “Staff Lawyer, Professional Conduct (14 month term).” The closing date for this competition is February 19, 2018. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is located at the Law Society of British Columbia office in the Yaletown area of Vancouver, BC. 845 Cambie Street Vancouver, British Columbia

Legal Counsel (2 positions) Legal Counsel Level 2 / Legal Counsel Level 3 Salary (Effective April 1, 2018 and based on year of call): Legal Counsel Level 2: $121,030.09 - $156,960.01 annually (years of call: 6-11) Legal Counsel Level 3: $161,625.82 - $185,603.45 annually (years of call: 12 or greater) * This position is excluded from union membership. * An eligibility list may be established. Ministry of Attorney General, Legal Services Branch (Vancouver) invites applications for two full-time, permanent Legal Counsel positions to advise the Liquor Distribution Branch (“LDB”). The successful candidate will be required to provide technical and strategic legal advice to the LDB regarding corporate and commercial issues ranging from public procurement, commercial leasing, and extensive contract drafting and interpretation. The position will be in the Labour, Employment and Human Rights Group of Legal Services Branch. The position will be based in the downtown Vancouver offices of Legal Services Branch with the majority of work days each week required at LDB offices currently at Broadway and Renfrew. The LDB is one of the largest distributors and retailers of beverage alcohol in Canada, generating $1.03 billion (2015/16) in net income on annual sales of $3.16 billion. The LDB operates a province-wide, retail/wholesale beverage alcohol business, within a mixed public-private model. The LDB has a workforce of approximately 4,000 full- and part-time employees; operates approximately 198 BC Liquor Stores across the province; operates 2 wholesale customer centres; 2 distribution centres; and has a head office facility in Vancouver. The LDB is a unique government entity that operates with similar independence to a Crown Corporation, but under the direction of a General Manager / Chief Executive Officer. As publicly announced in December 2017, the LDB has been appointed to become the non-medical cannabis wholesale distributor for British Columbia, once the product is legalized. Accordingly we are seeking experienced legal counsel to assist with the predominately commercial legal work associated with the LDB’s upcoming new role. For complete details about this opportunity, including accountabilities, please refer to the attached job profile. For specific position related enquiries, please contact Rena.Grewal@gov.bc.ca DO NOT SEND YOUR APPLICATION TO THIS EMAIL ADDRESS. If you experience technical difficulties submitting your online profile, or for more information about how to create or update your profile, please refer to the “HOW TO APPLY” section below. NOTE: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 pm Pacific Time on the closing date of the competition. Qualifications: In order to be considered for this position, your application must clearly demonstrate how you meet the requirements as outlined directly below: * Must be eligible for membership in the Law Society of British Columbia in at least your sixth year of call with at least five years of relevant and recent legal experience. * Extensive and recent commercial solicitors’ experience in negotiating, drafting, interpreting agreements and completing transactions is required. * Experience in some or all of the following areas is preferred: - general procurement including construction tenders and requests for proposals; - legal issues associated with distribution or, retail; - legal issues associated with acquisition and management of information technology hardware, software and services; - commercial leasing; - research and writing opinions; - interpretation and application of relevant legislation, trade agreements and policy; and - briefing senior executives/clients on strategic legal matters. Applicants selected to move forward in the hiring process may be assessed on the Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Competencies as outlined in the attached Job Profiles and below. The successful candidate will have excellent written and oral communication skills as well as strong interpersonal skills including: - the ability to work independently and as part of a team are essential; - excellent organizational skills, and the ability to creatively and diplomatically manage files with competing priorities, pressing deadlines and multiple stakeholders; - ability to quickly identify, analyze and propose solutions to legal issues and provide practical advice on legal and transactional issues in relation to advising the LDB. IMPORTANT: Where there is a difference between the qualifications reflected in the posting and the Job Profiles, those stated on the job posting will be used for shortlisting and assessment. A Criminal Records Check will be required. APPLICATION REQUIREMENTS: Cover letter required: YES - A cover letter is required as part of your application. Please indicate your Year of Call in your cover letter.The content and/or format of your cover letter may be evaluated as part of the assessment process. Resume required: YES - Prior to submitting your application for this opportunity, update your resume profile by using the copy and paste function to add your resume. Your resume must provide detailed information about your education and experience including the job related responsibilities and the month(s) and year(s) for your education and for each job in your employment history.

Help us make a difference Voted as one of the best companies to work for in BC, YWCA Metro Vancouver is a diverse non-profit that supports women’s equality through a range of integrated services. Skilled at meeting employee and client needs, YWCA Metro Vancouver treats employees with respect and is committed to offering initiatives, compensation and benefits that retain employees and help them achieve work/life balance. The YWCA Metro Vancouver’s Legal Education Program provides legal information, advocacy, advice and representation to women dealing with legal issues to women who have left abuse from an intimate partner. The position is 35 hours a week, and the salary is $30/hr with benefits. Responsibilities: Explain the process of applying for legal aid and assist with appeals to women who have left abuse from an intimate partner, and who reside at YWCA Metro Vancouver transition houses Provide legal information, advocacy, advice and representation to the above women if they are denied legal aid, or have run out of legal aid hours Assist the above women to prepare for court Deliver one weekly legal clinic on family law to other YWCA Metro Vancouver clients who have left abuse from an intimate partner Deliver training workshops to staff members, volunteers and external agencies Provide consultation and support to YWCA Housing Services and Violence Prevention staff related to legal advocacy issues Supervise practicum students Skills & Qualifications: A law degree and called to the Bar in British Columbia Be a member in good standing of the Law Society of BC A minimum of 1 year’s experience in family law Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written Have a feminist analysis of violence against women Some knowledge of immigration law would be an asset We’ve been striving to change lives throughout Metro Vancouver for more than 100 years. Last year, our programs and services helped 56,000 people. Interested in joining us? Candidates are invited to send their cover letter and resumes by February 15, 2018 to: Lisa Rupert Vice President, Housing Services and Violence Prevention YWCA Metro Vancouver Email: lrupert@ywcavan.org YWCA Metro Vancouver is an equal opportunity employer. We thank all who apply, but only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. For more information about this and other YWCA Metro Vancouver career opportunities, please visit ywcavan.org.

We are seeking a commercial real estate lawyer to join a top-tier firm in Vancouver. The successful candidate will have between 2-7 years' experience in commercial real estate matters. You will be working on acquisitions and dispositions, large scale complex development projects, government infrastructure projects and real estate financing. This is an excellent opportunity to learn from trusted mentors who specialize in commercial real estate so you can expand your skill set and develop your practice. Job Reference 129

Job Title: Contracts Administrator - Vancouver Community Work Site: 520 West 6th Status: Regular Full Time Reference#: 099097-tbo   Job Summary   Reporting to the Director, Vancouver Community, the Contracts Administrator monitors and maintains Professional & General Service contracts with independent contractors, external consulting agencies and non-profit agencies and provides related administrative support. Ensures appropriate and timely renewal and/or changes in accordance with Contract Management policies and direction of the appropriate Director/Manager, maintaining awareness of legal requirements, contract terms and reporting requirements to maximize business advantages and ensure compliance. Triages information of a sensitive and confidential nature, and coordinates the flow of information, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of administrative services. Provides budget, contract and report analysis and makes recommendations regarding budgeting, and contract management processes and practices as requested. Shares and ensures protection of sensitive of information, clarification of details and answering of questions. Works independently and communicates with internal and external stakeholders/customers in a manner that promotes positive and respectful relationships. Works closely with Financial Planning and Financial Operations, Vancouver Community managers/directors and team members, contractors/consultants and external agencies/vendors to ensure effective and efficient contract administration.   Qualifications   Qualifications and Expertise:   Graduation from post secondary education/training in Business Administration plus three to four years of recent, related experience or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience. Must have advanced spreadsheet, word processing, presentation, and database software skills.   Expertise   Exercises considerable judgment, tact and discretion in preparing, disclosing and handling information of a confidential and/or sensitive nature. Liaises in a professional and courteous manner with managers/directors, staff, contractors/consultants and external agencies to gather and disseminate information. Communicates in a compelling, clear and understandable manner (both verbally and in writing) in order to represent the department. Applies excellent time management skills to prioritize and complete assignments in a manner that optimizes departmental effectiveness and contributes to organizational success. Practices care and thoroughness when maintaining, monitoring, calculating and summarizing data, records and budget information. Collaborates with peers to ensure administrative systems and processes are consistently followed and monitored for effectiveness and that gaps are addressed and resolved when identified. Employs expertise in the use of desktop computer applications to create a variety of documents and presentations. Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.   To Apply   Qualified applicants only please submit a resume and covering letter quoting competition # 099097-tbo.   Please Note   Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check. Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.   ***Employees of VCH must apply via the Internal Application Process . Refer to the staffpostings.vch.ca site for How to Apply instructions. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***   Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.   Job Title: OR Booking/Slating Clerk Work Site: Operating Rooms, Lions Gate Hospital Status: Casual Start Date: As soon as possible Salary: $23.10 per hour Hours: 0800-1600 Reference#: 100760-mal   Job Summary   Within the context of a client and family centred care model, and in accordance with the established vision and values of the organization, works in a team based environment and plays a significant role in ensuring that the overall surgical booking and slating requirements are met. Applies critical thinking and uses current knowledge of procedure protocols and computerized systems to schedule and assign the daily procedural bookings. Duties include identifying available booking options, preparing and editing preliminary Operating Room slate, completing and distributing final slate to designated areas, as well as compiling, maintaining and distributing designated operative statistical information and surgical waitlists, ordering office supplies, typing and filing correspondence. Also acts to support the delivery of patient care and to ensure patients and/or their family have a positive experience with the designated services.   Qualifications   Education & Experience   Grade 12. Three years' recent related experience.   Knowledge & Abilities   Ability to keyboard at 45 w.p.m. Knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing. Ability to deal with others effectively. Physical ability to carry out the duties of the position. Ability to supervise. Ability to organize work. Ability to operate related equipment.   The hours of work including days off and work area may be subject to change consistent with operational requirements and the provision of the Collective Agreement and applicable statutes. Successful applicants may be required to complete a Criminal Records Review Check.   Only short-listed applicants will be contacted for this posting.   ***Employees of VCH must apply via the Internal Application Process . Refer to the staffpostings.vch.ca site for How to Apply instructions. Current VCH employees who apply to this posting using this external site will be considered as an external candidate. Seniority will not apply.***   Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.

The Law Society of British Columbia’s Discipline Group of the Professional Regulation Department is seeking a full-time, permanent Discipline Counsel. This position plays an integral role in assisting the group to fulfill its responsibilities in carrying out the directions of the Discipline Committee, including the effective representation of the Law Society in citation hearings and related proceedings and reviews before Law Society tribunals and, occasionally, the Supreme Court of BC and the BC Court of Appeal. The position also provides advice and assistance to the Discipline Committee and staff on discipline and related policy matters. The duties of this position include: Representation of the Law Society in hearings of citations authorized by the Discipline Committee, including all hearing preparation, pre-hearing applications, and advice related to sanctions and consent resolutions of citations Representation of the Law Society in internal reviews of disciplinary decisions and, occasionally, appeals of discipline panel and review board decisions to the Court of Appeal Working with and advising Professional Conduct lawyers and others in the effective investigation of possible discipline violations Representation of the Law Society in interim proceedings related to extraordinary action Occasional representation of the Law Society in court applications related to the investigation and discipline processes Such other duties as the Manager, Discipline or Chief Legal Officer may require. Qualifications Practicing membership with the Law Society of BC, or eligibility for membership. 7 year minimum of recent litigation experience, including extensive knowledge of rules of evidence and administrative law. A comprehensive understanding of the Law Society Rules and the Code of Professional Conduct for British Columbia considered an asset. Experience with prosecution or defence in the criminal or other professional regulatory contexts considered an asset. Superior writing skills in addition to excellent interpersonal and communication skills. A high level of advocacy skills, judgment, discretion, and attention to detail. Ability to meet changing deadlines while working on very challenging and interesting cases. The terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the Law Society of BC and the Professional Employees Association apply to this position. This position is within the Discipline Counsel job classification and the salary range for this position is $127,950.81 to $134,909.35. To apply, please complete the form below or email your cover letter and resume to personnel@lsbc.org with the subject “Discipline Counsel.” The closing date for this competition is February 2, 2018. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. This position is located at the Law Society of British Columbia office in the Yaletown area of Vancouver, BC. 845 Cambie Street Vancouver, British Columbia V6B 4Z9

We’re BC Hydro and we have a big job to do.   Keeping the lights on for over 4 million people across the province takes a lot of talented people doing many different jobs. From working deep in a generating station, atop a power pole, or behind a desk, whatever it is that makes you tick we offer challenging careers to help you reach your potential.   We’re investing more than $2 billion per year in major capital infrastructure projects to help meet the growing demand for safe, reliable power. We’re upgrading transmission lines, building new substations, and investing in our hydroelectric generation facilities. We aim to provide meaningful and challenging work, opportunities for growth and a healthy work/life balance. We’ve been recognized for excellence and been named one of B.C.’s Top   Employers and one of Canada’s Best Diversity Employers for four years in a row.   It's our vision to be the most trusted, innovative utility company in North America by being smart about power in all we do.   Duties:   BC Hydro seeks to hire a practical, business-oriented paralegal to join the General Counsel's office. As an integral part of the BC Hydro Legal Services team, you will work with in-house lawyers providing support on public procurements and commercial matters. Your role will include: supporting senior lawyers by interpreting contracts, preparing agreements, conducting legal research, and providing support on larger agreements. You will also provide support to the Legal Services team on other projects as needed. You are solution-oriented and are able to work well within a team, as well as independently in engaging directly with other BC Hydro departments. Qualifications:   You are our ideal candidate if you have: A minimum of 5 years of experience, either in-house or with a law firm in a paralegal role and a recognized Paralegal Certificate, or other equivalent experience and qualification; Strong experience in commercial contract drafting and public procurement matters and be comfortable drafting non-standard form contracts; Excellent written and verbal communication skills; and Experience working in a team environment and interacting with business, engineering, financial and other professionals. Experience in the electricity or gas industries would be an asset. Additional Information: BC Hydro’s legal department includes over 20 lawyers with broad expertise in all subject matter areas affecting the business. As a result, there is the opportunity for development and growth for our staff based on their strengths and interests. We're always looking for exceptional people to bring new ideas, fresh thinking and the motivation to help shape the electricity system in B.C. It's an exciting time to be a part of our team as we invest in our system and prepare to meet the challenges of tomorrow.   Our values guide our work. Want to join us?   We are safe. We are here for our customers. We are one team. We act with integrity. We respect our province. We are forward thinking.   BC Hydro is an equal opportunity employer.   How to Apply   Don't forget to update your Candidate Profile with your current resume and copies of your certifications. If applicable, include your Trades Qualification. This will ensure we have all the necessary information to assess your application without any delays.   Click on the Apply button in order to complete the steps to apply for this job.   Interested candidates should submit their applications online at https://app.bchydro.com/careers/current_opp.html by January 19, 2018.

Impact Recruitment is proud to be currently recruiting for an associate lawyer to carry out a general solicitors practice for a new private practice based in downtown Vancouver. The firm are growing and practicing in a variety of areas and are now looking to add to their team with an additional solicitor. With strong growth plans over the next few years this is a great opportunity for an ambitious junior lawyer who is looking to work towards partnership without all the red tape of the larger downtown practices. COMPANY PROFILE: The practice is known for having a great work life balance with no set billable hours target, collegial work environment and are know for having a culture of respect. Client care is also a very big factor for this practice and will always do what is needed to get the best result for their clients. JOB DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate will be working as part of an established team and will have conduct of their own files. The successful candidate will have at least one years’ experience in running a general solicitors practice to include commercial transactions, general corporate, immigration and family matters. Your duties will include, but not be limited to: Running a full and varied caseload Business development and networking Family matters to include separation and prenuptial agreements Handling immigration matters REQUIREMENTS: Called to the BC Bar or eligible At least two year’s post call experience Experienced in running a solicitors practice Strong drafting skills Farsi language skills seen as an asset COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Up to $90,000 (negotiable based on experience) Bonus Benefits package HOW TO APPLY: Please reply with a Microsoft Word version of your resume to: cgallagher@impactrecruitment.ca quoting reference # 24859, or visit www.impactrecruitment.ca to apply online. If you would like to speak with us directly regarding this role, please contact Chantel Gallagher at cgallagher@impactrecruitment.ca for a confidential discussion. Privacy and confidentiality are important to us; as such all applications are kept strictly confidential. We will not share your information with anyone without your prior approval. While we will only be considering qualified applicants for this particular role, if you are interested in pursuing an alternate career path, we would certainly be happy to speak with you about opportunities that fit your profile.

Our client is a leading national business law firm that delivers integrated business law, litigation services, tax law, real property law, labour and employment law nationally and globally through out one of their many Canadian offices. Their approach creates a single, client-focused team that utilizes their size and scale, and frees their lawyers to do what they do best: delivering customized legal services that help their clients achieve their goals. Our client is now seeking to add a highly skilled and qualified Real Estate associate to join their team of professionals in their Vancouver office. Qualifications and Attributes: 2014 - 2016 bar call with relevant commercial real estate experience from a reputable Canadian law firm Excellent academic credentials/transcripts Team player Strong work ethic Dynamic Confident in their ability Client service orientated Canadian qualified Our client is offering the following: Competitive base salary Lucrative bonus incentives Excellent health benefits Additional educational opportunities Cross border practice opportunities Future partnership opportunity Mentoring Flexibility Interested and qualified applicants are asked to forward their CV in strict confidence to Stacy Cowan at: stacy@urbanlegal.ca We guarantee discretion and confidentiality.

Legal Administrative Assistant – Floater Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife, who is known for its practical, strategic, approach to legal and business problems. We have been recognized by Chambers Canada as the #1 regional law firm in the country, by Canadian Lawyer magazine as the #1 regional firm in British Columbia, Alberta and the territories since 2010, and our lawyers have received national and international recognition in numerous legal directories and publications. Our clients are leaders in the jurisdictions where we are located and around the world. Standard Responsibilities: The Floater role provides essential Legal Assistant coverage to the lawyers during vacation and other absences of their regularly assigned assistant. The Floater Legal Assistant will need to liaise with other Legal Assistants, Paralegals, Lawyers and clients regarding file progress. Duties will include document editing, file maintenance and management, time entry, billing, managing a bring forward system, providing overflow assistance, and other various general administrative duties. This position is full-time, Monday to Friday. Qualifications: 1 - 2 years of experience in a legal environment Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution Exceptional aptitude in Microsoft Office Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast paced environment Has the ability to work both independently and a part of a collegial team Excellent organization and time management skills Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner Highly dependable and adaptable with great work ethic Exceptional interpersonal skills Strong verbal and written English communication skills If you are a professional, motivated hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter to Kristi Smitas. Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.  

COMPANY PROFILE : This well-established law firm is known for their leading personal injury department. Other areas of law it is dealing with, are strata property law, business law, real estate, litigation & dispute resolution, wills, estate and trust. The personal injury department consists of 11 lawyers, 3 paralegals and around 15 legal administrative assistants. Working for this firm is an excellent opportunity for personal and professional development while being surrounded by a welcoming and congenial work environment. Clients value this firm’s professionalism and competence, as well as their proactive, knowledgeable and caring services. JOB DESCRIPTION: Working closely with one lawyer, your main duties will relate to the plaintiff injury department. These duties include: Drafting documents, arranging discoveries and managing calendars Scheduling appointments and liaising with clients Daily management of personal injury files Billing/ Invoicing and other clerical duties (dicta-typing/ photocopying/ filing) COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS : $42.000 - $55.000 per annum (negotiable based on experience) 3 weeks vacation Excellent benefit package which includes dental, extended medical, MSP, LTD On-site gym and various social events throughout the year (+ weekly social Fridays) Employees Assistance Program and tuition reimbursement for eligible post-secondary courses REQUIREMENTS: Legal Administrative Assistant Certificate 3+ years of Personal Injury LAA experience (1+ year if the candidate is fluent in Vietnamese) Ability to commute to the South Granville Region Proficient in MS Word and ESI Law

Job ID:   28454                                   Location: Vancouver - Point Grey Campus   Employment Group:   Excluded M&P   Job Category:   Unassigned   Classification Title:   Articling Student   Business Title:   Articling Student   VP/Faculty:   Peter A. Allard School of Law   Department:   Peter A. Allard School of Law   Salary Range:   $43,833.00 (minimum) - $52,619.00 (midpoint) - $63,142.00 (maximum)         Full/Part Time: Full-Time           Desired Start Date:   2018/02/01     Job End Date:   2019/01/31   Funding Type:   Grant Funded         Closing Date:   2017/12/15   Available Openings:   1                       Return to Previous Page             Guiding principle:  "Midpoint" of the hiring salary range means the individual possesses full job knowledge, qualifications and experience.                 Job Summary         The Peter A. Allard School of Law, Indigenous Community Legal Clinic (ICLC) exists for two purposes: first, to provide free legal services to the Indigenous community in the Downtown Eastside, and second, to provide legal education to law students in the Allard School of Law. By joining the ICLC, students interested in advocacy, social justice and Indigenous peoples can gain practical experience and make a meaningful contribution to a historically underserved and marginalized community. Working at the ICLC gives students practical hands-on experience managing client files and making court appearances. The ICLC is seeking to hire one articling student to start May 10, 2017. Applicants must have successfully completed ICLC program and be a graduate of Allard School of Law (or UBC Law in past).     Organizational Status         The Articling Student will take direction from the ICLC Directors and supervising lawyers. The Articling student will also support the work of and interact with ICLC legal assistants, pro-bono lawyers, up to 7 law students, community participants, volunteers and affiliates as required.     Work Performed         LEGAL CLIENT SERVICES - Explain the function of the ICLC to people who contact the Clinic by telephone or walk in. - Interview potential clients by phone or in person. Triage indigenous peoples into the legal support services offered within the program. - Compile and review client intake forms with supervising lawyers in order to assist in determining whether the ICLC can offer assistance, should open a client file, and the scope of work that will be involved. - Research and organize information, assist in the provision of letters for clients containing instructions on obtaining adjournments from the court. LEGAL RESEARCH and WRITING - Compile legal research on files at the ICLC by researching appropriate case law and legislation, as well searching and compiling through relevant legal research manuals and databases. - Assist in the preparation of legal factums, legal opinion letters, and research memoranda based on legal research for review of the ICLC Directors and supervising lawyers. - Reviews Reports to Crown Counsel and disclosure from police officers for cases as needed. DOCUMENT PREPARATION - File and service legal documents including affidavits, Applications, Civil Pleadings, Letters of Administration, Notices of Motion, Powers of Attorney, Representation Agreements, Requisitions, and Wills. - Assist in preparing and filing trial books, books of authorities, and books of evidence. ADVOCACY and COURT WORK - Assist supervising lawyers in court to provide legal services for clients on bylaw infractions - Assist supervising lawyers to provide advocacy on specific Indigenous clients in First Nations Courts. ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT - Organizes client calendars and meetings as necessary. - Organizes internal databases, legal precedents, and templates as necessary.     Supervision Received         ICLC Directors and supervising lawyers.     Supervision Given         None.     Consequence of Error/Judgement         Errors in judgments during the intake process could result in the client being without legal representation. Failure to report errors could result in ta client not receiving adequate representation. Failure to be sensitive to Indigenous issues and culture could result in alienation of clients or students and of the Indigenous community, resulting in loss of credibility of program.     Qualifications         Applicants must have successfully completed the ICLC program and be a graduate of Allard School of Law (or UBC Law in past). .  - Superior research and writing skills. - Excellent interpersonal and communication skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with minimal supervision. - Ability to communicate and relate to Indigenous people and their communities. - Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment, handling multiple, simultaneous tasks, prioritizing and meeting deadlines effectively. - Ability to work in a team environment and to take instructions. - Ability to use own initiative and make independent decisions. - Ability to draft routine correspondence. Ability to organize workload, identify urgent work items, and set priorities. - Ability to cope with a heavy workload. - Ability to exercise discretion and maintain confidentiality. - Ability to deal with distressed, demanding and/or hostile clients. - Ability to work effectively with a wide range of people including those with low incomes, physical/emotional disabilities, limited literacy, or otherwise disadvantaged. - Ability to exercise empathy and to assist disadvantaged clients, including those with mental disabilities, those with low income, or those whose first language is not English. - Ability to exercise sensitivity to aboriginal people's issues. - A demonstrated awareness of the Indigenous community's cultural diversity. - Ability to exercise a high level of professionalism.           . Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence.  An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged.  We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.      

Our client, a multinational Canadian law firm in Downtown Vancouver, is in search of a Real Estate Lawyer, specializing in Development. The incumbent will be responsible for structuring, preparing, reviewing, and negotiating advanced real estate contracts such as purchase agreements, ground leases, and other ancillary documentation.   Prior experience in developmental real estate law is preferred, but related experience in commercial areas of real estate law (together with a willingness to learn) will also be considered.   KEY RESPONSIBILTIES Structure, review, negotiate, and finalize real estate transactions involving ground leases, purchase agreements, and other legal documentation Provide proactive legal support and counsel to internal clients, as well as work with other associates within the real estate division Advise on compliance issues relating to leases, land use, and real estate as well as conduct risk assessments associated with land transactions Performs commercial closings and other responsibilities as informed QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS Law School Graduate 1 – 10 years of experience within Real Estate Law, preferably developmental real estate Strong comprehension of purchase and sale agreements, leases, financing documents and corporate formation and governance Excellent written, interpersonal and communication skills Strong analytical capabilities and judgement Ability to work independently and collaboratively cross-functional Ability to work reliably in a time-sensitive environment       Please apply directly to this posting or forward us your resume/CV to: info@arlynrecruiting.com referencing job #1163 .   While we thank all who apply, only those being shortlisted will be contacted.   Thank you for applying with Arlyn!

ARO Inc is looking for a lawyer to provide services at our Vancouver office. *The lawyer will provide legal services on "all inclusive" basis including but not limited to reviewing/signing legal letters, pleadings, consultation and attend various matters in court on behalf of ARO' clients. *The lawyer will report directly to ARO's in house lawyer.*The lawyer is responsible to maintain the legal entitlement to practice law in the Province of B.C and pay the related fees associated with the said practice. ARO will provide the cheques for disbursements and arrange for service or filing of the pleadings and assist the lawyer with any administrative tasks required in the legal process. ARO is looking for a lawyer with 1-3 years experience ( junior lawyers are welcome) in good standing with the Law Society in BC/eligible to practice law; available to start immediately, court experience preferred but not mandatory. It's a full-time position on contract.  

Our client is a well established, highly reputable downtown Vancouver law firm servicing regional clients in a range of practice areas including business, technology, litigation, real estate and wealth preservation.  With a loyal and ever-growing client base, the firm is in need of a mid-level corporate commercial lawyer.  The successful candidate need not bring existing clients and will assume a full practice.   Associates at this firm are well mentored and fully supported in developing an independent client base over time.

Established in 2003, Hungerford Tomyn Lawrenson & Nichols has since delivered high-quality business and litigation services. Today, HTLN is a highly-regarded boutique law firm operating at the heart of downtown Vancouver. HTLN is currently recruiting for a litigation associate (2-4 years of relevant experience) to handle a busy litigation practice in primarily insurance defence and commercial litigation. The successful candidate will be a team player: working in a team environment; with a strong work ethic and management skills, and capable of working independently. If you are interested in this opportunity, please send a copy your resume, cover letter, and academic transcripts to the attention of Andrew Schleichkorn. aschleichkorn@htln.com All applications will be treated in absolute confidence. While we appreciate all applications received, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted Job Type: Full-time Required experience: litigation: 2 years post-call Member in good standing of the Law Society of British Columbia

  JOB DESCRIPTION: The successful candidate will be working as part of an established team and will have full conduct of their own files with the help of an assistant and you will be required to service clients from a variety of industries. Your duties will include, but not limited to: Preparing employment contract and policy documents Knowledge of employment privacy legislation Appearing at labour arbitrations and adjudications Familiarity with human rights legislation, including advice to clients on avoiding discrimination claims and submissions to the BC Human Rights Tribunal Litigation of wrongful dismissal claims Familiarity with employment standards legislation and appearances before Employment Standards branch REQUIREMENTS: Called to the BC Bar or eligible 1+ years post call experience Trial experience (asset) Strong drafting/research skills Strong academic background COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS: Up to $140,000 (negotiable based on experience)  

Our client is a boutique business law firm with a focus on securities and corporate finance transactions as well as corporate commercial and commercial real estate.  The firm has an entrepreneurial culture and services a range of clients including e-commerce companies, data analytics companies, app developers and gaming companies.  Due to robust client demand, the firm is seeking to add an additional securities lawyer to its team.   The successful candidate will have a least two years of securities law experience but may have many more years.  The firm has a flat structure and rewards performance.  Candidates with an existing client base, as well as candidates just starting to build a client base, are welcome to apply.   You will find a welcoming and respectful environment with modern technology and a progressive attitude.

Legal Administrative Assistant – Floater Lawson Lundell LLP is a leading regional Canadian business law firm with offices in Vancouver, Kelowna, Calgary and Yellowknife, who is known for its practical, strategic, approach to legal and business problems. We have been recognized by Chambers Canada as the #1 regional law firm in the country, by Canadian Lawyer magazine as the #1 regional firm in British Columbia, Alberta and the territories since 2010, and our lawyers have received national and international recognition in numerous legal directories and publications. Our clients are leaders in the jurisdictions where we are located and around the world. Standard Responsibilities: The Floater role provides essential Legal Assistant coverage to the lawyers during vacation and other absences of their regularly assigned assistant. The Floater Legal Assistant will need to liaise with other Legal Assistants, Paralegals, Lawyers and clients regarding file progress. Duties will include document editing, file maintenance and management, time entry, billing, managing a bring forward system, providing overflow assistance, and other various general administrative duties. This position is full-time, Monday to Friday. Qualifications: 1 - 2 years of experience in a legal environment Legal Administrative Assistant certification from an accredited institution Exceptional aptitude in Microsoft Office Ability to multi-task, meet deadlines and solve problems in a fast paced environment Has the ability to work both independently and a part of a collegial team Excellent organization and time management skills Displays extraordinary customer service in a professional, mature and courteous manner Highly dependable and adaptable with great work ethic Exceptional interpersonal skills Strong verbal and written English communication skills If you are a professional, motivated hardworking team player with a positive outlook and would like to share your expertise with us, please submit your resume with a cover letter to Kristi Smitas. Although we thank all applicants for their interest in Lawson Lundell LLP, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. No phone calls please.

With exceptional listening and compassion skills, and the ability to translate Vancity's Good Money™ brand promise to our members, you will provide Vancity with the legal expertise and tools to enable leaders in making informed decisions that are aligned with the enterprise-wide risk appetite and strategic business goals.   The Director Legal Services & General Counsel reports directly into the VP Enterprise Risk Management.   Key Areas Of Accountability For This Role Are   Develop and maintain a structure to support the effective provision of legal advice and legal services that support business decision making. Drive legal risk identification and the provision of legal advice that incorporates legislative and regulatory changes. Deliver enterprise wide legal services to the organization according to the legal services delivery model. Maximize the value and quality of external legal services and advice (e.g. knowledge-sharing, up-skilling staff) by establishing and managing effective vendor relationships. Provide legal oversight on major litigation (class actions) and high risk legal matters.   Here at Vancity, we have a consistent set of expectations for all employees:   Work effectively and with full commitment on the tasks assigned by your manager. Give your manager your best advice. Stay within policy. Manage your ongoing career development at Vancity.   As a Manager You Are Accountable For   Assigning the right work at the right time in order to achieve organizational goals. Your direct reports' outputs and working behaviours. Building a team of increasingly capable direct reports, including moving talent where we need them when we need them. Exercising agile leadership. Continuous improvement and innovation. Providing a safe and respectful environment for your direct reports.   As a Manager's Manager You Are Accountable For   Assessing talent and creating development opportunities to meet future business needs. Ensuring the quality of leadership practiced by direct report managers. Ensuring cross-functional team work within your area. Qualifications   Competencies   Advanced - Business acumen in the context of the financial industry. Advanced - Communication and interpersonal skills to create clear understanding of expectations; address escalated challenges and issues in reporting areas; and to represent the functional area across the organization. Advanced - Knowledge of the concepts, practices and techniques of the related field. Advanced - Knowledge of Vancity strategies, functions and programs. Advanced - Knowledge of the relevant Vancity policies and procedures. Advanced - People leadership skills to develop strength in reporting leaders and staff in development of critical competencies; to oversee performance management; and to model valued leadership behaviors. Advanced - Problem solving and decision making skills to lead diagnosis of critical challenges; develop integrated business solutions; and to assess and risks and opportunities that may affect functional area Advanced - Research and analytical skills to assess and recommend course of action on industry, political and economic trends, and to identify risks and opportunities that may impact the business unit and or designated area.   Education   Law Degree.   Experience   Minimum 10 years relevant practice experience. In-house counsel and management experience would be considered assets. Must be a member in good standing or eligible for membership with the Law Society of British Columbia.  

Job description As part of its continued expansion, Leagold Mining is now seeking a Director, Legal Affairs to join its team. As a key member of the company’s leadership team, the Director will provide both legal and strategic advice to the organization as it continues to grow its gold mining business in Latin America, primarily through a series of corporate and asset-level acquisitions. Reporting to the SVP Corporate Development, the Director will be responsible for overseeing all legal affairs, including drafting and reviewing commercial agreements, providing strategic advice on transactional matters, managing external counsel, and assessing potential legal and commercial risks in the day-to-day operations of the company. As the successful candidate, you have a minimum of eight years of experience practicing corporate, commercial, and business law, preferably with some prior in-house experience. Prior experience advising within the mining sector would be considered an asset. This is an exceptional opportunity for a talented lawyer seeking a dynamic legal and business role in an entrepreneurial environment. Offering top of market compensation, this is a rare opportunity to work with a growing, progressive company, managed by a team of highly influential business leaders. This is an exclusive search.

McMillan is one of Canada’s leading business law firms. We deliver the legal expertise and guidance that our clients need to advance their business and take the lead. McMillan prides itself on its dynamic, positive and team-oriented culture. We offer an environment that nurtures mentoring, inspires enthusiasm and motivates employees to put forth their best efforts in achieving firm goals.       At McMillan our Paralegals are highly motivated professionals. It is our mission to recruit enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about the legal field, are committed to professional excellence and have a strong desire to provide exemplary client service. We currently have the following position available: Intermediate Capital Markets Paralegal. Our practice includes acting for a variety of domestic and international clients on securities offerings, take-over bids, proxy rights, investment funds, registrations, continuous disclosure and derivatives. Our Capital Markets Paralegals are key members of our team.       Summary of Position: This is a full-time position as an intermediate Paralegal working in our Vancouver Capital Markets practice group.       Responsibilities: The successful candidate will carry out a variety of tasks including Preparing and filing documents on the System for Electronic Document Analysis and Retrieval (“SEDAR”) at the request of the lawyers and clients of the Firm, including timely and periodic continuous disclosure documents, public offering filings, setting up and updating SEDAR issuer profiles, calculating filing fees, take-over bid filings, monitoring receipts of regulators on SEDAR and obtaining CUSIP numbers. Preparing insider profiles and reports and issuer events reports on the System for Electronic Disclosure by Insiders (“SEDI”) and to conduct searches on SEDI. Preparing and handling registration matters including submissions via the National Registration Database (“NRD”) such as individual registration applications and termination notices. Conducting searches of the public company information. Preparing continuous disclosure and other prescribed securities-related documents. Disseminating press releases. Preparing and filing documents with the Toronto Stock Exchange (“TSX”) via TSX SecureFile and with the TSX Venture Exchange. Preparing and filing reports of exempt distribution in respect of private placements. Preparing draft material contracts and more routine closing documents. Assisting with closings and the preparation of closing books. Preparing exemption applications. Maintaining the minute books and records pertaining to public and private companies. Performing all other related tasks.         Qualifications: The successful candidate will have: A minimum of 5 years experience as a paralegal. Experience with SEDAR, SEDI, NRD, Westlaw and DisclosureNet. Knowledge of legal and technical procedures, statutes, regulations and governmental practices applicable to the securities area is mandatory. We require an individual who is a team player, confident with a flexible attitude, has the ability to establish priorities and who can work well under pressure. In addition, this position requires an individual with strong organizational, communication and written skills.       McMillan is committed to providing accommodation for applicants with disabilities in its recruitment processes. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please email us or contact us at 1.888.622.4624 to submit your accommodation request.

Accredited by the ICCRC, this program allows our graduates to meet the educational requirements of becoming a Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant. The Immigration Consultant Diploma (IMCD) Program is designed to equip individuals with knowledge about immigration law and policy, immigration classes and temporary status, refugees and rules of professional conduct, and to apply these principles practically. Ashton College is currently looking for instructors who are engaging, interactive, confident and adaptable. Responsibilities: • Prepares and facilitates learning activities (i.e. lectures, presentations, discussions, assignments, and examinations) that are designed to help students meet their learning objectivities • Fosters a productive and collaborative learning environment • Interacts regularly with students and monitors course activity • Provides detailed feedback to students regarding their performance on all graded activities Required Qualifications: • Fluent in English • Exceptional communicator (both verbal and written) • Regulated Canadian Immigration Consultant or Immigration Lawyer with 5 years of hands-on industry experience • ICCRC member in good standing/member of Provincial Law Society • Teaching/training experience (or related experience) • Knowledge of the inner-workings of Canadian Immigration Desired Skill Set of Instructors: • Experienced with facilitating or participating in meetings • Confident, personable and engaging presenter • Ability to plan engaging and interactive learning activities • Able to set aside adequate time to teach the course and interact with their students • Ability to evaluate all assignments/quizzes/exams and enter marks into our Student Information System (SIS) • Willingness to participate in further training in order to become an excellent instructor • Personable instructor who is dedicated to training young professionals This is a contract position. The length of each contract position is determined by the length of the course that the instructor is teaching. Individuals will teach at our downtown Vancouver campus. Full-time courses require 20 hours of instructional time per week. Classes typically take place Monday to Friday mornings between 8:30am and 12:30pm. Part-time courses require 12 hours of instructional time per week. Typically classes are taught two weekday evenings per week from 6:00pm and 9:00pm and Saturdays from 9:00am-4:00pm. It is recommended that you read Teaching at Ashton before applying. If you would like to be considered for this position, please complete the application form below. If you experience any technical difficulties with your online application, please email all of the required information and documentation to talent@ashtoncollege.ca .  

Company The City of Vancouver is striving to become the greenest city in the world by 2020 and we are proud to be one of BC's Top Employers, Canada's Best Diversity Employers, and one of Canada's Greenest Employers. With employees that have helped Vancouver consistently rank as one of the world's most livable cities, the City values a diverse workforce which represents the vibrant community we so proudly serve. Consider joining our committed team of staff and being part of an innovative, inclusive and rewarding workplace. The Legal Administrative Assistant will be responsible for customer service/reception and office administration duties for the Legal Services Department, and will also be responsible for legal document and matter management support for departmental Paralegals and Legal Assistants. Key Contacts and Reporting Relationships The incumbent will report to the Administrative Manager – Legal and will receive instructions and guidance from a Paralegal or Legal Assistant. Specific Duties & Responsibilities Following detailed instructions or departmental guidelines/procedures, provides legal document management support, including: prepares, revises and formats legal documents or correspondence; generates blacklined documents; prepares indexes and lists of documents; creates and/or updates checklists, templates, standard form documents and precedents; applies consistent and acceptable legal paragraph numbering to documents; converts legal documents into departmentally acceptable formats; Following Instructions, Provides Legal Matter Management Support, Including opens, updates (including data entry and scanning of documentation) and closes legal files (paper and electronic); performs legal searches (ie. Land Title Office, BC Assessment, Court Services and Corporate Registry); photocopies, scans, assembles (including binding) and/or organizes a variety of material, documents and information; Provides Customer Service Support And Office Administration Support, Including operates a multi-line switchboard; greets members of the public and staff from other City departments in a professional manner and responds to routine and non‑routine inquiries; liaises with internal staff, the general public or external contacts to obtain or provide information; receives, opens, records and distributes mail, including couriers, hand deliveries and faxes; co-ordinates and monitors courier pick-ups; Provides Administrative Support For The Administrative Manager – Legal, Including scans and appropriately saves historical materials following established guidelines; organizes, files (hard copy and electronic into appropriate systems following established policies and procedures), prints, photocopies, scans (including scan to OCR), faxes a variety of material from various sources, as requested; maintains departmental information in Quickfind; orders, receives (SAP Materials Management), distributes and maintains general office supplies for all departmental locations key operator for Ricoh copiers/printers, including supplies/service requests; reviews and codes P-card statements for miscellaneous purchases; performs SAP time-entry duties, as required; co-ordinates meetings and books meeting rooms, as requested; requests building maintenance services; maintains departmental closed file room and prepares materials for transfer off-site as necessary; assists in preparation of legal files for transfer to Corporate Records Centre, including arranging for retrieval/return of legal files and documenting and coordinating the transfer of new records off site; updates various library materials; enters data into department matter management system and maintains department records as directed assists with facilitating lawyer training sessions (for mandatory professional development), including retrieving and organizing course materials and updating of training logs; assists with reconciling department imprest chequing account on a regular basis; reviews specified department invoices for completeness, enters data in departmental systems and assists with preparation of required payment forms; performs department deliveries and pickups (throughout City Hall campus) as required other duties/responsibilities as assigned. Education And Experience Qualifications Completion of Grade 12 supplemented by legal office administration or legal administrative assistant courses and at least two years’ experience as a legal administrative assistant in a law firm or legal department. Knowledge, Skills And Abilities Considerable knowledge of various types of legal documents; Advanced word processing skills utilizing the MS Office suite of tools; Considerable knowledge of legal terminology relating to solicitor work and litigation; Considerable knowledge of legal office or legal department operations, procedures and policies; Ability to take directions and to understand and follow oral and written instructions; Ability to work well under pressure, in a high volume environment, with frequent interruptions, changing priorities, tight time frames and multiple tasks; Ability to prioritize matters effectively; Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail in work product; Ability to exercise discretion when dealing with confidential matters and information; Considerable knowledge of modern office practices and procedures; Working knowledge of legal document management and legal matter management systems; Ability to learn and adapt to new systems and technology; Thorough knowledge of business English, spelling, grammar and punctuation; Working knowledge of structure of civic organization and Council procedures; Ability to compile, draft and maintain spreadsheets and reports; Ability to deal tactfully and effectively with the public. Business Unit/Department: Law Department (1040) Affiliation: CUPE 15 Non Pks Employment Type: Regular Full Time Salary Information: Pay Grade GR-016: $25.33 to $29.77 per hour Application Close: November 17, 2017 We thank all applicants for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Learn more about our commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Company Description When you’re passionate about what you do and where you work, the rest comes easy. That’s the culture at Central 1 Credit Union, and that’s precisely what we’re looking for from you. Supporting nearly 150 member credit unions across British Columbia and Ontario, we’re the backbone of the credit union system in both provinces – taking care of everything from online services and product development, to payment processing, trade association services and more. Our team of over 600 employees represent some of the most innovative, passionate individuals you’ll ever meet; people who honestly care about the organization, its members and each other. In other words, people who love what they do. Job Description Ideally, you are a 2nd year law student able to work part time January – April 2018, full time throughout the summer (May – August 2018), and then part time during the school year (Sept 2018 – May 2019) until graduation. As a Legal Intern you will provide research and other legal support to the Legal and Corporate Secretary Department. Specific Accountabilities: • Working closely with the Legal Department to provide research support. • Conducting research and analysis on various legal matters as requested by a lawyer. • Preparing memos or summaries of relevant research. Qualifications You are a law student or recent law graduate with sound research skills. You have the ability to gather, analyze and organize information from precedents and conduct research from various legislation. You also have the ability to communicate or create accurate, succinct memos or summaries from such research findings. You demonstrate well-developed analytical, organizational and time-management skills in order to be successful at this role. You should also have the ability to write clearly and efficiently, and to maintain the confidential nature of your work. Note: This role does not and will not contribute towards an articling position. Additional Information Please provide your cover letter, resume, and law school transcripts to date in your application. We offer a great working environment, including an on-site fitness center and cafeteria. We are only a short walk along the seawall to Granville Island and the beaches of Kitsilano. Central 1 is proud of is committed to helping our employees achieve personal success and offers a competitive salary and variety of career development opportunities. Central 1 is committed to diversity and inclusion. If you have a request for a disability-related accommodation, we will work with you to meet your needs. Reporting to: Legal Counsel Grade: Student

Job Summary Segev LLP is looking for lawyers to join our team. We are an established and continually growing downtown firm seeking a commercial lawyer, 2+ year call with corporate finance and commercial law experience. This role will be a new addition to our highly regarded technology team. Our technology team practices corporate finance, M&A, and commercial technology law for private and publicly traded technology companies. We also represent active investors in the technology community. Key areas our technology clients work in include: block chain, ICO, & cryptocurrency online gaming and betting and video gaming e-commerce data enterprise software digital marketing and digital media virtual retail services web and mobile application development You are: business minded, can see the strengths and weaknesses of a transaction and provide recommendations to mitigate risk and increase opportunity for clients -- while at all times being practical and value focused for clients detail oriented, meticulous and take ownership of your work capable of looking after files from start to finish, being the responsible lawyer on file and managing client needs an individual with a genuine interest in technology and experience with technology clients able to demonstrate a transactional approach to all work interested in developing your legal skills and your practice someone who will show great integrity to clients and colleagues somebody who shares our vision for the firm What’s it like at our Firm? If you want to be challenged and enjoy your work, like the people you work with and be compensated generously, be sure to get in touch. Please visit our website and check out our careers page and values statement to learn more about us and to see if this opportunity is the right fit for you. We will only be responding to qualified candidates but thank everyone for their interest and applications.  

Job Summary Segev LLP is looking for lawyers to join our team. We are an established and continually growing downtown firm seeking a securities lawyer with 2+ years experience to expand our securities group. Our securities team regularly helps clients complete private and public financings, initial public offerings, reverse takeovers, change of business transactions and general mergers and acquisitions. An ideal applicant will be well-versed in continuous disclosure requirements for Canadian public companies and have experience with submissions and filings to various regulatory authorities, including the TSX, TSX-V, CSE and provincial securities commissions. Key areas our securities clients work in include: various technology companies including block chain integrated businesses mining and resources gaming and betting clean energy cannabis retail You are: business minded, can see the strengths and weaknesses of a transaction and provide recommendations to mitigate risk and increase opportunity for clients -- while at all times being practical and value focused for clients detail oriented, meticulous and take ownership of your work capable of looking after files from start to finish, being the responsible lawyer on file and managing client needs able to demonstrate a transactional approach to all work interested in developing your legal skills and your practice someone who will show great integrity to clients and colleagues someone who shares our vision for the firm What’s it like at our Firm? If you want to be challenged and enjoy your work, like the people you work with and be compensated generously, be sure to get in touch. Please visit our website and check out our careers page and values statement to learn more about us, and to see if this opportunity is the right fit for you. We will only be responding to qualified candidates but thank everyone for their interest and applications. Job Type: Full-time