Senior Legal Advisor Calgary AB

7 days ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada MerGen Law Full time
Role Overview

MerGen Law is a trusted legal advisor with over four decades of experience, serving both private and public sectors in Calgary, AB. We specialize in General Practice areas such as Wills and Estates, Small Business, Real Estate, Corporate, Commercial, Intellectual Property, and Estate Litigation domains.

Job Description

This is a full-time role for a Senior Legal Advisor at MerGen Law in Calgary, AB, with flexibility for some remote work. The successful candidate will be responsible for providing expert legal advice and representation to clients, conducting thorough legal research, and drafting comprehensive legal documents.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Provide detailed legal advice and guidance to clients on a wide range of matters, specifically Adult Guardianship & Trusteeship, Estate Planning, Estate Administration/Probate, and Corporate and Commercial matters related to acquisitions or sales of privately held companies in Alberta.
  • Conduct extensive legal research using various resources.
  • Draft and review complex legal documents.
  • Stay updated on changes in laws and regulations that may affect clients' interests.
  • Maintain accurate and organized case files and documentation using practice management (Clio) and document management (NetDocuments) software.
  • Manage inquiries assigned and conduct sales and business development activities on behalf of the firm.
Qualifications and Skills:
  • At least 5 years of Canadian experience in Wills, Estates, Small Business, or Residential Real Estate.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong analytical and research skills.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively in a team.
  • Active Alberta Bar membership.
  • Attention to detail and time management skills.
  • Skills and experience in business development and networking.
Compensation and Benefits:

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for small law firms. Contractors meeting eligibility criteria are eligible for benefits. Compensation for the right candidate will be discussed. Candidates with their own book of business and/or referral relationships are encouraged to apply.



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