Associate Lawyer - Commercial Litigation

Date Posted: April 22, 2026
Location: Calgary
Salary: Competitive
Experience: 3 - 6 years years
Category: Lawyers, Partners, Associates & In-House Legal Counsel


Our client is a global law firm that prides itself on sourcing and retaining top legal talent. Their Calgary office is currently seeking a motivated Associate with 3- 6 years of post-call commercial litigation experience from a recognized law firm, to join its Commercial Litigation Group.

The successful candidate will join a collaborative team of experienced lawyers, with strong mentorship and the opportunity to provide exceptional service to a sophisticated client base.

QUALIFICATIONS

The ideal candidate will bring:

•    3 - 6 years of post-call experience in commercial litigation from a national or a reputable regional law firm. A combination of in-house and private practice experience will also be considered.
•    Above average academics
•    Willingness to take initiative
•    Strong analytical, communication and drafting skills
•    Client service orientated with excellent interpersonal skills
•    Team orientated
•    Qualified to practice law in Alberta

This is an excellent opportunity for an associate to take the next step in their career and join a supportive, high-performing team.

BENEFITS & PERKS

Our client offers a comprehensive total rewards program designed to support both professional success and personal well-being, including:

•    100% employer-paid health, dental, and mental health coverage, plus an annual lifestyle spending allowance
•    Benefits coverage for employees and their dependents from day one
•    20 vacation days and hybrid work flexibility
•    Parental leave top-up for 26 weeks (after 12 months of full-time employment)
•    Short- and long-term disability coverage, life, accident, and critical illness insurance
•    Employee & Family Assistance Program, guided CBT, and access to trained Mental Health First Aid      responders
•    Recognition awards, appreciation events, referral bonuses, and additional preferred pricing programs

APPLICATION PROCESS

Candidates are asked to apply via LinkedIn or email their resume in confidence to careers@urbanlegal.ca 

At Urban Legal Recruitment, we guarantee discretion and confidentiality. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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