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Barrister and Solicitor

Government of Alberta · Justice - Legal Services Division

This job in plain words

This is a full-time lawyer job in the Trade, Innovation, Post Secondary Legal Team (TIPS) at Alberta Justice in Edmonton. The lawyer gives legal advice to government departments on contracts, grants, procurement, legislation and privacy, in a fast-paced team setting.

Open to the public

Can you apply?

This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the education, experience and Law Society of Alberta membership requirements can apply. No citizenship or work permit rule is stated.

Education
Bachelor's degree · Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (JD) required. Law degrees from outside Canada need NCA accreditation.
Experience
Minimum 4 years legal experience for CCC2; minimum 11 years for CCC3.
Job type
Full time, permanent and temporary positions. Hours are 36.25 per week, Monday to Friday.

What they ask for:

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (JD) degree.
  • Active or immediately eligible membership with the Law Society of Alberta.
  • Minimum 4 years legal experience (CCC2) or 11 years (CCC3).
  • Exceptional oral and written communication skills.
  • Strong research and problem-solving skills.
  • Cover letter summarizing experience, strengths and interest in the role.

What you would do

  • Draft substantive legal opinions, often with cross-team input.
  • Give legal and strategic advice to a range of government clients.
  • Draft and review contracts, grants and other legal agreements.
  • Advise on legislative projects and statutory interpretation.
  • Advise on procurement issues.
  • Conduct legal research and support Legal Services colleagues.

How to apply

Apply online through the official Alberta job posting. You must include a cover letter and a resume with dates for all education and work experience.

Good to know:

  • The competition is open until a suitable candidate is found, and may fill future vacancies at the same or lower level.
  • Final candidates must pass a security screening, and candidates pay their own check and interview travel costs.
  • Applications without a cover letter will not be considered.
  • Positions are based at the Bowker Building in Edmonton.

We wrote this summary automatically from the official posting. Only the posting on the Government of Alberta career site counts: read it before you apply.

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