Solicitor Associate

JFK LLP•Victoria, BC

1d•CA$157,000 - CA$200,000•Hybrid

About The Position

JFK Law LLP is a mid-sized, national law firm focused on delivering high quality legal services to Indigenous people, communities, and organizations. We are a national leader in Aboriginal law with offices in Victoria, Vancouver, Toronto, Kahnawake, and Montreal. We foster an environment of excellence in serving our clients, continuous learning, cultural competency, and mutual respect. JFK Law is committed to advancing justice and self-determination for Indigenous people. Trusted by Indigenous individuals and communities for our results, determination, and experience, we foster an inclusive workplace where collaboration drives meaningful outcomes. We bring dedication and rigor to everything we do, and we hold ourselves to high standards of care and precision. We are guided by values of honouring Indigenous voices, being bold, creative, and strategic. We listen with humility, we strive to innovate, we challenge norms, and we create a modern, inclusive environment where all team members can thrive in an environment where we are equally accountable to our clients and our colleagues in making a lasting impact. As a firm dedicated to serving Indigenous people, we strongly encourage Indigenous applicants to apply. We are deeply committed to building and sustaining a workplace that supports our Indigenous team members in their professional growth and honours their personal and cultural identities.

Requirements

5-8+ years of experience as a lawyer in a commercial, real estate, or corporate solicitor practice, with a demonstrated commitment to excellent client service and demonstrated legal skills
Strong experience drafting and negotiating commercial agreements
Experience with real estate transactions (commercial acquisitions, leasing, financing)
Excellent analytical, drafting, and problem-solving skills
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities
Effective communication and client relationship skills
Called to the Bar in British Columbia (or eligible for admission)

Nice To Haves

Experience with tax aspects of corporate or real estate transactions
Experience with corporate reorganizations or structuring, or with drafting laws, codes, and bylaws and advising Chief and Council or other Indigenous governing bodies
Exposure to financing transactions and secured lending
Background in a mid-sized or full-service firm commercial practice
Experience working for Indigenous communities or individuals

Responsibilities

Draft, review, and negotiate a broad range of commercial agreements, including purchase and sale agreements, leases, financing documents, and other transactional documents
Advise Indigenous clients on commercial and real estate transactions, including acquisitions, dispositions, leasing, and development matters on First Nations lands
Support and lead corporate transactions, reorganizations, and corporate governance matters, including advising Chief and Council, boards, and Indigenous-owned entities
Conduct legal due diligence and prepare transactional closing documents and checklists
Prepare clear, practical legal opinions, memoranda, and briefing materials for clients, and draft laws, codes, and bylaws for Indigenous governments
Assist clients with corporate structuring, including incorporation, governance documents, ongoing compliance, and the establishment of Indigenous economic development corporations and related entities
Liaise with clients, opposing counsel, financial institutions, and other advisors
Manage files independently, including timelines, deliverables, and client communications
Collaborate with internal teams to deliver high-quality, efficient legal services
Occasional travel as required for client meetings or transactions
Represent our clients in negotiations and community engagement sessions
Travel to meet with Indigenous communities