Family Lawyer

Family Lawyer Job Posting

We respectfully acknowledge that we live and work on the traditional, unceded territory of the Okanagan Syilx People.

We’re looking for an experienced Family Lawyer to join our Kidston team. This is a full-time position to join our growing team.

Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers is a full-service law firm specializing in personal injury, estate litigation, insurance disputes, employment law, real estate and business law, and First Nations law. Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers is a leader in legal services in the Okanagan Valley. The lawyers of Kidston Helm Ross and our support staff bring honesty, trust, and respect to every interaction with our clients and to one another.

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Family Lawyer to join our legal team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of family law and be passionate about advocating for clients in matters such as divorce, child custody, and adoption. This role requires excellent negotiation skills, legal drafting abilities, and the capacity to conduct thorough research. The Family Lawyer will work closely with clients to provide sound legal advice and representation while maintaining the highest ethical standards.

THE OPPORTUNITY:

• Represent clients in family law cases, including divorce proceedings, child custody disputes, and adoption processes.
• Negotiate settlements and agreements on behalf of clients to achieve favorable outcomes.
• Draft legal documents such as petitions, motions, and settlement agreements with precision and clarity.
• Conduct comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and provide informed counsel to clients.
• Communicate effectively with clients to explain legal processes, options, and potential outcomes.
• Maintain accurate case files and documentation in compliance with legal standards and firm policies.
• Stay updated on changes in family law regulations and best practices to ensure effective representation.

THE EXPERIENCE YOU BRING:

• A member of good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia;
• Possess a minimum of two years of family law practice experience and be able to make a positive contribution to a firm culture emphasizing collegiality, mutual respect and team building between lawyers and staff.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of successful client advocacy.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills essential for effective legal drafting and client interaction.

THE PROCESS:

• The interview process includes:
• Remote 30-minute phone interview with Laurel Swan (she/her), HR Advisor.
• In person or remote 60-minute video interview with Laurel Swan (she/her), HR Advisor and Robert Ross (he/him), Managing Partner.
• Insights Assessment Screening.
• Conduct reference and security checks.
• Meeting with partner or family member for fit check.
• Offer.

Salary Range: $100,000-200,000

Start Date: Flexible

Perks at The Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers:

• Flexible time off including three weeks of vacation, sick days, and additional flex time throughout the year – all paid!
• Health benefits including medical coverage, dental coverage, and a health spending account including mental health.
• Continuing education opportunities.
• Sponsored firm social events.

Kidston Helm Ross Lawyers is committed to a fair and equitable hiring process for all candidates. To ensure that each candidate’s journey is consistent and the selection process is unbiased, the hiring managers and team members will not respond to any personal messages regarding this role or other opportunities.

We do not use fancy tech to search through resumes at Kidston Helm Ross; every resume is reviewed by a human to ensure that we attain a consistent and equitable interview process. We look forward to seeing your application!

ACCOMMODATIONS:

Kidston Helm Ross is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer committed to fostering an equitable, inclusive, and accessible workplace for all. We believe that candidates with disabilities have the right to accessible accommodations throughout the hiring process. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations and will work with you to meet your needs. If you are a person with a disability and require assistance during the application process, please don’t hesitate to reach out! We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including those with disabilities. If you require any accommodations, please email hr@kidston.ca and we will work with you to meet your needs. Accommodation may be provided in all parts of the hiring process. We celebrate our inclusive work environment and welcome members of all backgrounds and perspectives to apply.

INCLUSIVITY AT KIDSTON HELM ROSS:

Kidston Helm Ross is committed to building a transparent environment where everyone feels heard, welcomed, and included. We believe Diversity, Inclusion, & Belonging are fundamental in our vision to create a better and more inclusive future. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, Black people, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities.