Singleton Urquhart Reynolds Vogel LLP is looking for an associate to join our rapidly expanding tax and wills & estates practices in our Vancouver office. Founded in 1982, with its roots in construction litigation, the firm has grown to add a full complement of business law services including corporate commercial, tax planning and advice, estates planning, commercial real estate, and construction contracts. Operating on a national platform, Singleton Reynolds is positioned as a best-in-class law firm offering legal services with a long-standing reputation in dispute resolution. The Firm has almost 60 lawyers in two offices in Toronto and Vancouver. We offer a collaborative and collegial work environment with a commitment to continuing professional development and growth.

The Role:

Singleton Reynolds is seeking an associate with experience in advising clients on trusts and estates matters including preparing wills, powers of attorney and representation agreements, business succession planning, and estate administration including probate and intestacy.

What we are looking for:

Education/Experience

• A Canadian common law degree or Certificate of Qualification, National Committee on Accreditation of the Federation of Law Societies of Canada.
• Called to the bar in British Columbia and current member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia
• 1+ years of legal practice experience
• A grasp of foundational trusts and estates law either from direct work experience or masters program
• Strong communication, file management, writing, and client service skills

What we offer:

• A robust firm-wide mentorship program as well as one-on-one mentorship from a leading tax, trusts and estates practitioner
• Ongoing skills training and professional development
• A top tier benefits package
• A dynamic, friendly, and supportive work environment

Compensation:

$127,000 - $175,000 annually. Salary will be negotiated based on experience.

How to apply:

Please send cover letter and CV to Lisa Andersen, Director, Legal Talent & Knowledge Management: landersen@singleton.com
Application deadline: November 6, 2024

Singleton Reynolds is committed to developing, implementing, and maintaining best practices and strategies to enhance equality, diversity and inclusion. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including those who identify as a member of an underrepresented group (2SLGBTQIA+, BIPOC, persons with disabilities, etc.) We make this commitment at all stages of the employment life cycle, through recruitment, retention and advancement.