We are looking for a junior estate planning lawyer to join our growing Winnipeg office. Applicants must have two or more years of demonstrated interest and experience in wills and estates.
Our Winnipeg estate planning and administration team creates customized estate plans for our clients, ranging in complexity from basic wills, powers of attorney and health-care directives to multiple wills, insurance trusts, alter-ego and joint-partner trusts, charitable gift plans and family trusts. We also guide personal representatives in fulfilling their obligations and managing their liability, adding convenience and value to the process of wealth transfer by obtaining probate, assisting in the realization of the estate during sales of personal or real property and implementing post-mortem plans for corporate interests. The team works closely with our tax and litigation teams in delivering effective advice and services to our clients.
Qualifications include:
- Driven and hardworking individual with strong interpersonal skills
- Able to work independently or under the direction of senior lawyers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and attention to detail
- Appreciate the importance of providing excellent and responsive legal services to clients
- Enrolment in the STEP diploma program or equivalent education would be considered an asset
Our practice is characterized by collegiality, teamwork, client service and a strong commitment to Western Canada, its business opportunities and its future. If this sounds like you, please submit your resumé, cover letter and law school transcripts using the application form below or email to careers@mltaikins.com.
We thank all candidates for their interest. However, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Application deadline: January 31, 2021.
Please use the form below to apply to MLT Aikins. A confirmation email will be sent once your application is submitted. Please check your spam folder if you did not receive this email. If you did not receive a confirmation email, please email your submission to careers@mltaikins.com.