Junior Litigation Lawyer

Description

Whyley Legal Counsel & Labour Relations has been in operation for just over four years and continues to pursue a strategy of sustainable growth. The Firm has a need for a junior litigation lawyer both to provide litigation coverage for a parental leave and to assist in growing the Firm’s book of business through the Firm’s client experience program, interactions with the public, and participation in networking activities to promote the Firm.

This position is based on a two-year term; however, if the successful candidate is able to sufficiently contribute to developing the practice during the term to support the addition of a lawyer, there is a strong possibility of permanent employment being offered.

As this position is a combined role with a significant portion of non-billable client experience and marketing responsibilities, the position comes with an annual target of 1200 billable hours and is based on a full-time work week of approximately 40 hours per week. Over time, the successful candidate may move into a full-time lawyer role if the practice supports it and there is a mutual willingness for such a move.

Junior Litigation Lawyer Responsibilities (approximately 80% of duties)

The position of Junior Litigation Lawyer is primarily responsible for hearing work, various forms of oral advocacy, and the carriage of files for individual clients to support a busy and growing boutique labour and employment practice.

Qualifications and Duties

The Junior Litigation Lawyer must have a demonstrated interest in labour law and be called to the Bar in Saskatchewan, having articled in a law firm or legal department, with up to two years of previous experience as a lawyer. Lawyers in this role must show a willingness to run Chambers applications, simple grievance arbitrations, Labour Relations Board appearance day matters, case management conferences, other tribunal hearings, and Small Claims matters with minimal supervision and to independently manage their own files (with support from our other team members).

This position is also expected to attend and participate in business development activities, such as speaking opportunities, social media engagement, client and community events, and regular networking.

After a period of training, the lawyer will be primarily engaged in the oral advocacy aspects of labour and employment files, as supported by our other team members who have significant litigation experience and/or experience with conducting research and writing briefs of law, drafting materials, and assisting with hearing preparation.

The lawyer must have the following attributes:

·        High ethical standards and professionalism;

·        Excellent client service skills;

·        An aptitude for developing a book of business and contributing to the growth of the Firm;

·     Ability to build and maintain relationships with all Firm referral sources including vendors, other law firms, clients and former clients;

·        A willingness to work independently and adhere to timelines and filing requirements;

·        Strong analytical skills and an ability to communicate effectively;

·        Ability to set priorities and adapt to client demands; and

·     A willingness to learn new systems and demonstrate professional growth and creativity within a modern, paperless law firm.

Non-Billable Client Experience Responsibilities (approximately 20% of duties)

This role is responsible for managing the Firm’s client experience program, as well as taking a lead role in contributing to the marketing efforts of the Firm. Specific examples of the tasks assigned to this role include the following:

·        Onboarding new clients in accordance with the Firm’s recently developed client intake process;

·       Managing new client relationships, including providing oversight for fixed-fee billing arrangements and hourly billing arrangements, and off-boarding clients upon matter completion to ensure an end-to-end positive client experience;

·       Working with the Firm’s owner and contracted marketing assistant to coordinate and implement Firm marketing initiatives; and

·        Reviewing and making recommendations to owner with respect to all sponsorship and similar requests.

Compensation

Whyley Legal offers a competitive compensation model, benefits and pension plans, free scramble parking, and a healthy, positive work-life balance. The position is predominantly in person, with options for some remote work hours to be negotiated.

Other Requirements

Start date has some flexibility and is to be negotiated with the successful candidate.

A criminal background check will be required for the successful candidate.

How to Apply

Please email your resume and references to Megan Lorenz at megan.lorenz@whyleylegal.ca on or before November 30, 2026.

We appreciate all candidates’ applications; however, only those applicants who match our requirements will be contacted.