Family Law Associate Lawyer

2 weeks ago

Winnipeg, Canada Bennet Waugh Corne Full time

Overview:
We welcome different approaches and support creative solutions.

**Duties**:

- Provide legal advice and guidance to clients regarding divorce, parenting arrangements, adoption, spousal support, division of property and other family law matters
- Determine and implement file plan with client: collaborative, negotiation, court process, alternate dispute method, or hybrid models
- Collaborate with lawyers within the firm and outside professionals to develop family plans or case strategies, as applicable
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date case files and documentation
- Stay informed about changes in family law regulations and legislation
- Conduct legal research and analysis on various family law issues
- Draft legal documents, including pleadings, motions, and agreements
- Represent clients in court proceedings
- Negotiate and facilitate settlements on behalf of clients

**Requirements**:

- Juris Doctor (J.D.) degree from an accredited law school, and licensed by the Law Society of Manitoba
- Proven experience practicing family law
- Strong knowledge of family law principles and procedures
- Excellent legal drafting skills with the ability to write clear and concise documents
- Strong negotiation skills
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team (within the firm and with opposing counsel, as applicable)
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills

Bennet Waugh Corne has always been a forward thinking firm as it relates to the importance of supporting our own family responsibilities. Associates enjoy flexible work arrangements and hours (including transitional part-time arrangements to support family demands) a practice embraced for many years, and now including hybrid remote work options for added flexibility. We also recognize “giving back” and volunteerism by our members, if they are so inclined, and based upon individual interests.

Our recently renovated offices are located in the historic and vibrant Exchange District, a moment’s walk from Portage and Main and minutes’ drive from the Law Courts. Individual lawyer offices are well-appointed and include both traditional meeting and collaborative meeting spaces. You will be paired with support staff. Requests to consider hiring your existing support staff, to continue as part of your team, will be entertained, if there is mutual interest. We offer competitive salary and bonus structure for junior lawyers, and a robust fee arrangement for our associates.

If you are a dedicated Family Lawyer looking for a challenging yet rewarding position, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your resume, cover letter, and any relevant writing samples for consideration.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

**Salary**: From $75,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Life insurance

Supplemental pay types:

- Commission pay

Licence/Certification:

- Certificate of Standing (preferred)

Work Location: In person

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