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The Law Society of BC is seeking a temporary, full-time, Staff Lawyer in our Investigation, Monitoring & Enforcement (IME) department for an 18-month term. In keeping with the Law Society’s mandate to protect the public interest, Investigations, Monitoring & Enforcement Staff Lawyers conduct investigations into a broad range of conduct issues, including the misuse of a trust account, improper handling of trust funds or other accounting rule breaches, misleading conduct, conflicts of interest, or a failure to make inquiries in the face of suspicious circumstances.
The duties of the position include:
- Conducting fair, proportionate, and timely investigations by gathering and assessing evidence, both independently and as part of a team;
- Conducting interviews of complainants, subject lawyers, and witnesses;
- Exercising sound judgment in file handling and in assessing complaints to determine whether further action is necessary;
- Preparing clear and concise assessment letters for files closed with no further action;
- Preparing and presenting detailed opinions to the Discipline Committee; and
- Other duties as the Director or Manager, IME may require.
Qualifications
- Practicing membership with the Law Society of BC, or eligibility for membership.
- A minimum of 5 years of recent practice experience.
- Superior investigatory, interviewing, and communication skills.
- Excellent legal writing and time-management skills.
- Knowledge of the ethical and professional obligations of lawyers.
- Ability to handle complex, document-intensive files in a timely manner.
- Ability to work collaboratively with the team.
- Understands and can apply procedural fairness;
- Familiarity with trauma-informed practices and anti-money laundering initiatives highly desirable.
The salary range for this position is $145,326.22 to $176,101.67.
The Law Society of BC is dedicated to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of our work. We welcome individuals from diverse backgrounds and experiences to contribute to the future of our organization. In accordance with the Law Society of BC’s commitment to reconciliation, we seek to create a culturally safe space and to continue further improving relationships with Indigenous peoples.
To apply, please email your cover letter and résumé to personnel@lsbc.org with the subject “Staff Lawyer, IME (18-Month Term)”. The closing date for this competition is March 27, 2026. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.
The Law Society of BC supports hybrid work schedules. This position is located at the Law Society of British Columbia office in the Yaletown area of Vancouver, BC.
845 Cambie Street
Vancouver, British Columbia
V6B 4Z9
