Senior Associate – Family Law

Alliance Recruitment Brokers Inc.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada (Hybrid)

We’re Hiring – Senior Associate – Family Law

Location: Downtown Vancouver, BC

Position Type: Full-Time | Hybrid

We are hiring a Senior Associate – Family Law on behalf of our client, a distinguished and highly regarded full-service law firm located in Downtown Vancouver.

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced Family Lawyer to join a thriving and well-established Family Law Group. The successful candidate will manage sophisticated Family Law matters while continuing to develop and expand their own practice within a collaborative, entrepreneurial, and client-focused environment. The firm offers outstanding administrative and legal support, high-quality work, and a genuine long-term opportunity for professional growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage a broad range of sophisticated Family Law matters from initial consultation through trial and resolution.
• Represent clients in all aspects of Family Law, including divorce, parenting arrangements, guardianship, child and spousal support, property division, relocation matters, protection orders, and enforcement proceedings.
• Conduct mediations, settlement conferences, arbitrations, judicial case conferences, examinations, and court appearances.
• Appear before the Supreme Court of British Columbia and the Provincial Court of British Columbia.
• Prepare and review pleadings, financial disclosure, affidavits, applications, legal opinions, settlement proposals, separation agreements, parenting plans, and other Family Law documentation.
• Develop litigation strategies, negotiate settlements, and advocate effectively on behalf of clients.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, referral sources, and other professionals within the legal community.
• Mentor and collaborate with junior lawyers, legal administrative assistants, and paralegals within the Family Law Group.
• Participate in business development initiatives and contribute to the continued growth and success of the firm’s Family Law practice.
• Maintain the highest standards of professionalism, ethics, and client service.

Qualifications

• Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia.
• Minimum 5 years of post-call experience practicing Family Law in British Columbia.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex Family Law files independently from inception through resolution.
• Strong advocacy, negotiation, mediation, and courtroom experience.
• Excellent drafting, analytical, and legal research skills.
• Exceptional client relationship management and communication abilities.
• An established client base and portable book of business would be considered a significant asset but is not required.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a genuine interest in contributing to the long-term growth of the Family Law Group.
• Collaborative, professional, and committed to delivering exceptional client service.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience and practice.
• Comprehensive extended health, dental, and wellness benefits.
• Paid vacation and personal days.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Professional development, continuing legal education, and mentorship opportunities.
• Strong administrative, legal assistant, and paralegal support.
• Collegial, collaborative, and inclusive culture.
• Genuine long-term career advancement with a respected and established Downtown Vancouver law firm.

If you are an experienced Family Lawyer seeking the next step in your career with a highly regarded firm that values excellence, collaboration, and professional growth, we welcome the opportunity to speak with you confidentially.