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Barrister & Solicitor (Civil Litigation)
Government of Alberta · Closes in 6 days
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1 Check who can apply You are here
This is an open competition, so anyone who meets the education and experience requirements can apply. Applicants must be an active member of the Law Society of Alberta or be immediately eligible for full membership. Citizenship or work permit rules are not stated.
Education: Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (JD) required.
Experience: Civil Crown Counsel 1: 0-4 years of legal experience. Civil Crown Counsel 2: minimum 4 years. Civil Crown Counsel 3: minimum 11 years. Civil litigation experience is an asset.
What they ask for:
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) or Juris Doctor (JD)
- Active member of the Law Society of Alberta, or immediately eligible for full membership
- Legal experience: 0 to 4 years (level 1), 4+ years (level 2), or 11+ years (level 3)
- Strong analytical and written advocacy skills
- Exceptional communication and client relationship skills
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
Closing date: November 6 (Closes in 6 days) Check the closing time on the posting.
Apply online through the official job posting. Your application must include a cover letter and a resume with months and years for all education and work experience.
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:
- A cover letter is required. Applications without one will not be considered.
- Final candidates must complete a criminal records check.
- Candidates pay their own costs for documents, checks, and interview travel.
- The competition may be used to fill future vacancies at the same or lower level across the Government of Alberta.
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