Kelowna Family and Civil Lawyers Wanted

STOKES LAW LLP – Kelowna, BCFamily Law & Civil Litigation Associates | 3+ Years Experience

We're expanding to British Columbia!

Stokes Law LLP, headquartered in Calgary, Alberta, is excited to announce that we will be opening a new office in Kelowna, British Columbia, in Spring 2027.

As part of our expansion, we are recruiting experienced Family Lawyers and Civil Litigation Lawyers to join our growing team and help establish our presence in the Okanagan.

At Stokes Law LLP, we believe in doing things differently. We've built our firm around collaboration, accountability, flexibility, and a team-based approach to legal services. We challenge traditional law firm structures by providing our lawyers with the autonomy to manage their practices while benefiting from the resources, infrastructure, and support of an established firm.

We're looking for motivated lawyers who want to be part of something growing, rather than simply another associate in a traditional law firm.

The Opportunity

We are seeking lawyers with a minimum of three (3) years of post-call experience in either family law or civil litigation.

Successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to the development of our Kelowna office while working collaboratively with our existing legal team.

Practice Areas:

• Family Law: Divorce, parenting, child and spousal support, property division, litigation, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution.
• Civil Litigation: General civil disputes, contractual disputes, commercial litigation, and related litigation matters.

What We Offer

• Competitive Compensation: Flexible remuneration structures, including salaried positions and fee-split commission arrangements.
• Hybrid Working Environment: Flexibility to work from home and from our Kelowna office.
• Technology Provided: Every team member receives a company-provided laptop and mobile phone.
• Established Firm Infrastructure: Access to our existing administrative systems, technology, processes, and professional resources.
• Collaborative Culture: A team-based approach to files that encourages communication, shared knowledge, and professional support.
• Professional Autonomy: The opportunity to manage your practice and develop client relationships without unnecessary bureaucracy.
• Growth Opportunities: Be part of establishing a new office with opportunities to contribute to its development and future success.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic legal advice and representation to clients.
• Manage an independent caseload while collaborating with colleagues on complex matters.
• Draft pleadings, agreements, applications, and other legal documents.
• Represent clients in court proceedings, negotiations, mediations, and other dispute resolution processes.
• Maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and responsive service.
• Contribute to the growth and development of our Kelowna practice.
• Work collaboratively with our lawyers and support staff across multiple offices.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3) years of post-call legal experience in family law or civil litigation.
• Member in good standing with the Law Society of British Columbia, or eligible for admission.
• Strong litigation, negotiation, advocacy, and legal drafting skills.
• Ability to independently manage files and take ownership of client matters.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A collaborative mindset and willingness to contribute to a team-based working environment.
• Interest in helping build and grow a legal practice in Kelowna.

Lawyers relocating to Kelowna and internationally trained lawyers eligible for admission in British Columbia are encouraged to apply.

Join Us

This is an opportunity to join an established and growing Canadian law firm at an exciting stage of its expansion.

Whether you're seeking the stability of a salaried position or the earning potential and independence of a fee-split arrangement, we are open to discussing a structure that aligns with your professional goals.

At Stokes Law LLP, we value lawyers who take ownership of their work, support their colleagues, and believe that providing exceptional legal services doesn't require following every traditional law firm convention.

Help us build something different in Kelowna.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their cover letter and CV to [email protected].

Please indicate whether you are applying for a family law or civil litigation position, along with your preferred compensation structure.

Job Type: Full-time | Hybrid

Location: Kelowna, British Columbia

Anticipated Office Opening: Spring 2027

Compensation: Competitive salary or fee-split commission arrangement

Experience: 3+ years post-call

Stokes Law LLP — Do Things Differently.