Who We Are
First Peoples Law is committed to defending and advancing Indigenous Peoples’ inherent and constitutionally protected rights. Our objective is to play a meaningful role in Indigenous Peoples’ ongoing pursuit for a more respectful and equitable world for themselves and their children.
We provide the highest-quality legal services to our clients while actively participating in public education initiatives. Our work includes providing representation and strategic advice to First Nations, Indigenous groups and Indigenous corporate entities across Canada.
What We Offer
First Peoples Law provides a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with recognized leading lawyers and on behalf of inspiring clients across the country on cutting-edge Indigenous rights issues. We offer a flexible work environment, competitive remuneration, benefits, and a supportive team with offices in Ottawa and Vancouver.
What We’re Looking For
Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated, highly organized, creative, problem-solver with excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
The lawyer will have the following combination of skills and experience:
3 or more years of legal practice experience with a focus on corporate commercial work, including significant experience structuring tax and liability efficient entities and joint ventures to facilitate commercial relationships
enjoy creating and maintaining client relationships
creative and collaborative approach to problem solving
excellent knowledge of legal fundamentals, strong work ethic and positive team attitude
strong analytical, communication, drafting and writing skills
digitally enabled/engaged and comfortable with using and learning technology
ability to work well under pressure, both independently and as part of a team
excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
knowledge and experience with trust law matters an asset
called to the bar in Ontario
a sense of humor
Description of Position
The successful candidate will work collaboratively with our team to deliver high-quality legal representation to our clients. The lawyer will work on a full-time basis out of the First Peoples Law office in Ottawa.
The primary responsibilities will include:
advising clients on corporate commercial and economic development matters, including initial incorporations, complex deal structuring, tax and liability advice, trusts, acquisition and sale of leases and other interests in land (including Reserve land interests), asset/share transactions, revenue sharing agreements, corporate governance and contract drafting
working collaboratively with the Firm’s corporate commercial team
fostering solid & ongoing relationships with clients
seeking out and participating in business development opportunities
willingness to travel
The estimated salary range for this position is between $90,000 - $160,000. Compensation will be determined on an individual basis, taking into account the applicant’s qualifications, skills and experience, applicable market rates, and other relevant considerations.
How to Apply
Applicants may submit a cover letter and CV to careers@firstpeopleslaw.com. Please include the name of the position you wish to apply for in the subject line. We will be accepting applications on a rolling basis until the position is filled.