kandidatu Canada

Your steps to apply

Barrister and Solicitor
Government of Alberta · no closing date given

  1. 1 Check who can apply
  2. 2 Resume and cover letter
  3. 3 Apply on the official site
  4. 4 Interview, tests and references

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1 Check who can apply You are here

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.

Open to the public

Education: 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.

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.
2 Resume and cover letter

Tailor your resume to this posting: use its words and show each requirement with a concrete example. In Canada, leave out your photo, age and marital status. Add a short cover letter if the posting asks for one or accepts it.

3 Apply on the official site

No closing date given: the posting can close at any time, do not wait.

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.

See the posting and apply ↗
4 Interview, tests and references

If you are shortlisted, they contact you, often by email. Interviews can be in person or by video, and some jobs also have a written or practical test. Have two or three references ready: former supervisors who know your work.

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.

Kandidatu is an independent website: only the official posting counts. Read it before you apply.