Legal Counsel/Senior Legal Counsel

1 week ago


Calgary, Alberta, Canada Shim Law Full time $150,000 - $200,000 per year

Shim Law, one of Calgary's most diverse and fast-growing  law firms,  is seeking an experienced 
Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel

with a 
portable practice

to join our team.  Our firm offers a dynamic environment, a strong administrative  and marketing infrastructure,  and a steady volume of new client inquiries across multiple practice areas.  We are looking for a lawyer  who is ready to bring their established client base into a supportive, high-performance setting  where their practice can continue to grow. 

About Shim Law

Founded in 2014, Shim Law has become one of Calgary's most multicultural law firms, offering legal services in more than 15 languages. Our team includes experienced lawyers, paralegals, and articling students who collaborate to deliver strong client service across family law, civil litigation, criminal defence, immigration, employment law, wills and estates, real estate and business law. With continuous growth and a strong presence in the  Calgary community, we are well positioned to support senior practitioners who wish to expand their  practice with the backing of a larger platform. 

Who We Are Looking For

We are seeking a highly experienced lawyer with: 


• A proven 
portable practice

and consistent history of generating client work 


• A minimum of 2 years of post-call  experience in Alberta: Minimum 2+ years of experience for Legal Counsel Position, and 7+ years of  experience for Senior Legal Counsel Position 


• Strong advocacy, negotiation, and client management skills 


• A practice in one or more high-demand  areas:  family law, civil litigation, employment law, criminal defence, or related fields 


• A desire to integrate their practice into a larger firm while maintaining autonomy 


• High professional standards, strong judgment, and the ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team 

This is 
not

an Associate position. We are specifically recruiting a senior practitioner who is comfortable operating at Legal Counsel or Senior Legal Counsel level under his or her respective professional corporation. 

What We Offer

Shim Law provides an environment designed for practitioners who wish to focus on legal work while relying on a well-established support structure: 


• Competitive compensation structure with percentage-based arrangements for portable practice 


• Private office and professional working environment in central Calgary 


• Full administrative support, including intake, scheduling, billing, and LEAP practice management 


• Robust marketing support, including digital marketing, SEO, and community outreach initiatives 


• High volume of inbound leads across multiple practice areas 


• Opportunities for cross-referrals within the firm 


• Dental/health benefits, coverage for law society membership, ALIA and additional 3 million excess coverage. 


• Hybrid work options where suitable 


• A multicultural, collegial workplace valued by both clients and staff 

Key Responsibilities


• Manage and develop your portable practice within the firm 


• Represent both existing clients and/or new clients referred by Shim Law 


• Conduct court appearances, mediations, negotiations, and all aspects of file management 


• Provide guidance to junior associates and paralegals as needed 


• Maintain high standards of professionalism, client service, and file management 

Requirements


• Member in good standing with the Law Society of Alberta 


• Minimum 2 years of experience for Legal Counsel; 7 years of experience for Senior Legal Counsel 


• Demonstrated ability to generate and manage client files independently 


• Strong written and oral advocacy skills 


• Ability to work in a multicultural environment; additional languages are an asset 


• Commitment to professional integrity and client-centered service 

How to Apply

Please submit your CV and a brief outline of your portable practice (areas of focus, file volume, and any  relevant revenue indicators). All applications will be handled with the highest level of discretion and  confidentiality. 

Applications may be sent to: 

 

  • Only selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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